Matthew 6:16 - NLT
'And when you fast, don't make it obvious, as the hypocrites do, who try to look pale and disheveled so people will admire them for their fasting. I assure you, that is the only reward they will ever get.'
Everyone knew enough to stay out of Kevin's way when he was on a diet. The man became a raving lunatic. He couldn't get along with anybody. Connie felt he acted that way just to let everyone know he was on a diet. Then, when he gave up on it, nobody had the nerve to suggest he give it another try. It was his way of justifying not having to diet. Connie just wished he'd quit putting on such performances; it made everyone else miserable. Our diets need to be our business, unless we turn to others for help. We diet for the wrong reasons if all we want is sympathy or attention. God will give strength to those who are sincere, but He is unable to help those who really don't want help.
Today's Thought: My diet will not become a burden to anyone else!
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Today's Tip:
Don't spend your whole life dieting!
Do it once, do it properly and get on with the rest of your life.
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Marmalade Pork Chops
Ingredients
5 pork chops
0.5 cup orange marmalade
0.5 cup soy sauce
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Place pork chops in a 9x13 baking dish. In a small bowl stir together the marmalade and soy sauce. Pour over the chops. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
Serves 4
