Believe in Yourself...I do!

How's Your Resolution?  Did you know according to Forbes that only 8% of people actually achieve their New Year's Resolution? Let's face it, the odds are not ever in your favor. But there's one thing I'm sure that statistic didn't count on...You are a child of God; You have been saved by grace and through faith you CAN move mountains; you are MORE THAN CONQUERS! (Romans 8:37)

So, if the phrase 'more than conquers' has become somewhat complacent since you hear it all time, let me put it a different way. You have the power to CRUST, OVERTHROW, VANQUISH, OVERPOWER, OVERMASTER, PREVAIL, and TRAMPLE UNDERFOOT anything that you have set it in your heart to achieve this year. Don't let a step back or a slip cause to you release, surrender, forfeit or retreat from the plans God has for you in 2016. We'll be here for you every Monday to help you focus on your goals with tips and advice on how to accomplish what is before you. We are NOT just a weight loss/workout group. We are a community of people joined together who want to see each other succeed - in ANY and ALL goals you have set for yourself. So, if you've never joined us, we invite you with open arms and open hearts. We are a WALLS DOWN, no judgement group and accept you for where you are in life right now...we don't force you to be like us, we just want YOU to be the best YOU you can be! Class Monday Nights. 1900 N Providence Rd, Columbia MO 65202. 6:30-7:30pm with an optional 10 minute session at the end of how you can stay on track with your goals in 2016! See you Monday!

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Giving Thanks

A time to be Thankful!

What Are You Thankful For?  Giving praise is sometimes one of the hardest prayers to pray; especially when things in life aren't going as planned. Even when we do pray, our prays might be 10% praise and 90% of asking God to change something in our life. I know I'm guilty.

Those of you who know me well also know that being a foster parent holds a very special place in my heart. While my biological kids usually pray for puppies and bunnies, and 'please let this food be good;' almost all my foster kids have prayed the same prayer: "Please let me go home." It's a very humbling experience to hear a 6, 8, or even 12 year old child's prayer filled with longing for the home they once knew. And every time I think about one of those prayers, even now, I'm filled with Thankfulness for everything God has given me - from the salvation that He paid for me on the cross to home I live in (even if the living room lights flash when the microwave runs.) So this week, let's focus our prayers on PRAISE; really be thankful for your home, your children, and your friends, even if the situation surrounding those things isn't perfect! God is good...all the time. All the time...God is good.

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LET IT GO... No, I'm not talking about the song from FROZEN. Okay, maybe a little. What should we let go you ask? Not our friends, not our family, or your home...but that person inside of you that tells you "You're not good enough," "You're not strong enough," or, in the words of Deanna Sharpe, "You're ugly, you stink!"  If we trust God to take total control of our lives, we can learn to let go of the insecurities that hold us back from the fullness of God's plan. It's so easy to put on a mask and pretend to be the person you think you should be. But don't be scared of the person you are. Do we all screw up? Yep. Do we all make mistakes? Yep. But embrace the imperfections. It's the only way to grow. We're not perfect. We make mistakes - so will you...Just Keep on Dancing!

Through it ALL...

Through it ALL, it is well... Have you ever felt spiritually attacked? Maybe it's thoughts of lacking self-worth or just questioning "Why God, why?" Sometimes it's hard to see the bigger picture. Sometimes our brain can only handle a two dimensional world view, when God sees the complexity and wonder from beginning to end.  Sometimes, it's really hard to say it is well through it ALL. All means everything. Every moment you loose you temper, every time someone offends you, and every time life doesn't seem fair. Letting go of control may be the hardest thing you do.But, it you can have the strength to say, "God - you got this" you will find yourself refreshed and the burdens lifted off your shoulders. LET GO AND LET GOD.

It is Well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4taAN4QtbI If you want to worship with us today - here is an awesome song that I need in my life right now! Never Underestimate My Jesus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcHh7Id8XvM I love this song too! NEVER underestimate the Power of my Jesus!

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Let's walk WEIGHT

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IT'S NOT THE WEIGHT ON THE SCALE... It's the weight on your soul.... We want to be more than just your instructors. We want to be your friends. We pray for you consistently - we want to know specifics! We will be focusing on 2 very important aspects for the next few weeks: Prayer and Weight. We will give you physical weight loss tips, but our goal is to grow closer to each one of you through daily prayer. Will you join us? I challenge you to find a buddy...be a buddy, have a buddy. We want you two to commit to praying for one another for one week for a specific purpose. You don't have to stop at two, let's have groups of 3 & 4 as well and watch what God will do for us this next week!

Stop. Take a moment. A pray this prayer for someone. We prayed it for you.  Let's not forget the fun in life! We will have our first 'weight' tip tonight at class! Bring a friend!

Ready, Set...GOAL

IT'S TIME TO SET YOUR GOAL But how??? We all know the importance of setting goals. We all know the importance of having accountability as well as consistent motivation. But how do we stay motivated when we enter day 10, 30, or even day 90 of a life changing plan??? Before we can talk about that, we have to discuss how we make a plan. 1) Write down your goal! Keep a mission statement and give yourself a specific time to complete your goals...no vague "do better at life" - that just doesn't cut it here. 2) Set weekly and daily goals - specific actions  that you can do to that will move you closer to your overarching goal. aka, "Today, I will remember to smile every hour." 3) Find a buddy. Find someone to walk through this with you as well as keep you accountable. 4) Find something that motivates you and look at it every day. This can be YouTube video, Ted Talk, picture, favorite scripture, etc... 5) Be okay with the fact that some days you will want to quit. You will want to give up. You will think that it is pointless or just too hard. These feelings are OKAY. Work through them. Call your buddy. Even rest a day. These feelings will never go away (sorry, but it's true) It's learning how to push through them and move on...Give yourself grace! These are the things we will be talking about in September. Hope you won't miss this. Our "talks" after class will resume then...they are only 5 minutes and its here where the real relationships happen. Come to class...make a plan....find a buddy. We are here for you! Love, Kayla and Megan

This is a motivational curve. You will have ups and downs in your journey. Embrace this fact and give yourself grace on the lower days.  Write it down. Make a plan. Work towards it every day....even if its just one sit up.  Steps for creating Smarter Goals.

SMALL STEPS

Time to Re-Focus.... One step at a time. Have you ever reached for perfection, instead of perseverance? Sometimes I become so frustrated when I can't do something perfect, or if I can't remember something just right...Sound familiar? It's not about being perfect. It's about doing better than yesterday. God doesn't require perfection - and thank goodness he doesn't! If we were meant to be perfect, then Jesus wouldn't have had to die. He was perfection for us. So, if you find yourself striving for perfection, strive for Jesus - it's the only way you'll succeed. In a few short weeks we will be asking everyone to write down their goals that you want to achieve between September and December 31st. We want to create accountability as well encouragement, because even I need that in my life. Hope to see you tomorrow morning! 9am. Love, Kayla and Megan CenterPoint Church 1900 N Providence Columbia MO 65202

Do better today!