Mark 11:24 - NLT
'Listen to me! You can pray for anything, and if you believe, you will have it.'
Abby knew that God hadn't lost her weight for her, but He sure helped her be able to lose it. When she felt most like giving up, He encouraged her and gave her the will to go on. When she was most tempted to break her diet, He reminded her of how important it was to stick with it. When the pounds began to fall, He filled her with a deep joy that insured she would continue. She never forgot to pray, whether it was for help, for strength, or for thanksgiving. Abby hadn't lost the weight all by herself. God helped more than she could ever know.
Today's Thought: I'm glad that I'm a loser. . .of weight!
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Today's Tip: Grab-and-Go Breakfast.
The key to any healthy grab-and-go meal is a balance of protein, fat and carbs. For a quick and easy breakfast, stuff half a whole-wheat pita with cottage cheese and sliced peaches or pears.
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5-Minute Fat-Free Chilled Strawberry Soup
1 quart strawberries, stem tops removed
12 ounces fat-free vanilla yogurt
A pinch of dry ginger
Juice of 1 orange
4-6 mint leaves
Place ingredients in food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Chill and serve with a small dollop of yogurt and a mint sprig as garnish. It can be further enhanced with a shot of Grand Marnier or a couple ounces of sweet champagne.
Serves four.
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