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Am I Anemic?

After a trip several weeks ago, I miss placed the pill box that had my daily vitamin and calcium tablets in it.  Out of sight out of mind…I soon forgot about the box and pills.  Every once in awhile I would get that nagging feeling that I should look for the box or at least find my pill bottles.  But, of course I quickly brushed aside my concern as I moved on to the next “pressing” problem.

Although I see no immediate health change, for my lack of a daily dose, I am sure the doctor will say my ignoring to take the pills will have a long-range effect on my physical health.

In reality the same can be said for our spiritual health.  If we don’t take time to daily get spiritual nourishment from time with the God, in His word and prayer, we may not see a difference in the short term but over the long term our “spiritual deficiency”  will take a toll on our lives and  relationships.

The truth is we are either growing stronger in our faith and walk with God or are becoming anemic.

Daily Hope

Are there some days when hope seems so very far away?

We only have to watch the news to see that our world, our nation and often our communities are in trouble.  It can be so very discouraging.  Where can we turn to find hope to make it through the day?

The past week I have been reading from the Psalms*.  In them we read of David’s struggles and yet of his hope in God.  I encourage you to take some time to prayerfully read the Psalms and consider David’s response when life seems overwhelming.

When life is discouraging, can you say—

“Your face, O Lord, I shall seek.” Psalm 27:8

For I hope in You, O Lord; You will answer, O Lord my God.  Psalm 38:15

*Recently I challenged ladies to commit to spending time with the Lord for 30 days.  If you would like to learn more the Daily Hope–30 day challenge click on the Women’s section on the right.