Nehemiah 8:10 - NLT
And Nehemiah continued, "Go and celebrate with a feast of choice foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don't be dejected and sad, for the joy of the LORD is your strength!"
Patrick always hated programs on starving people around the world. The minute they would come on, he would turn off the television. What business was it of his if people half-way around the world were starving? He had all he needed, and he worked hard for it. So what if he was overweight? He earned that right because he was born in America! The Bible teaches us that God gives us an abundance for just one reason: so that we will share it with those in need. If we take the bounty God offers and are selfish or gluttonous with it, then we are saying to God that we won't live as His children. We should take only what we need, and share the rest, for that is the way of God.
Today's Thought: I have more than I need, and I don't really need much of what I want.
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Today's Tip: Health and Diet
Try something different for Halloween this year! The American Dietetic Association suggests you set a healthy example by handing out low-fat treats like single serving cereal boxes, pretzels, dried fruit, sugar-free gum, low-fat granola bars, or fortune cookies. Make the treats tasty and healthy!
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Hot Spiced Witches Brew
1 c dried sugar-free orange-flavored breakfast drink mix
1/2 c sugar-free iced tea mix
1/4 c sugar-free lemonade-flavored drink mix
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbs whole cloves
1 continuous spiral peel of 1 orange
1 continuous spiral peel of 1 lemon
2 gallons water
2-inch cinnamon sticks for swizzles
In a large pot, slowly bring all ingredients except cinnamon sticks to a boil. Stir and reduce heat to a low simmer. Serve hot in cups with cinnamon stick swizzles.
