God Lifts My Head
Countless times I have approached God with my eyes downcast and my head hung in shame, like a puppy caught after making a big mess. I’m disappointed in myself. Even though I have free will and make my own choices, I’m surprised by my lack of control over my impulses and motives. But because of the Holy Spirit in me, God tenderly places His hand under my chin and lifts my head. He shields me from condemnation and shines His glory to lighten my eyes.
“But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.” (Psalm 3:3 NIV)
![Somehow, I ended up solo tonight. I was already deep in the process of food prep for dinner, and almost bailed when I found out I'd be the only one eating it. But after finishing my first #whole30 last month, I decided I'm worth the effort - even if it's just ME - and continued making my in-depth recipe (which I would have NEVER done just a few months ago). Not only that, I decided to double the recipe so I could share the surplus with a #cleaneating friend who is recovering from surgery.
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This is my favorite Whole 30 meal:
•Creamy Bacon Garlic Spaghetti from @paleoglutenfreeeats
•Zesty Ranch Smashed Potatoes from @realfoodwithdana
•#DumpRanch from @wholesisters
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[Thank you again, @mwannall, for roping me into Whole 30 and changing my life. I love you, sister!]
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#iamwhole30 #nomnom #lifeafterwhole30 #sugarfreebacon #broccoli #ranch #paleoglutenfreeeats #dudethisistasty](http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/s320x320/sh0.08/e35/19429115_1372556299528448_7848116606663131136_n.jpg "Somehow, I ended up solo tonight. I was already deep in the process of food prep for dinner, and almost bailed when I found out I'd be the only one eating it. But after finishing my first #whole30 last month, I decided I'm worth the effort - even if it's just ME - and continued making my in-depth recipe (which I would have NEVER done just a few months ago). Not only that, I decided to double the recipe so I could share the surplus with a #cleaneating friend who is recovering from surgery.
.
This is my favorite Whole 30 meal:
•Creamy Bacon Garlic Spaghetti from @paleoglutenfreeeats
•Zesty Ranch Smashed Potatoes from @realfoodwithdana
•#DumpRanch from @wholesisters
.
[Thank you again, @mwannall, for roping me into Whole 30 and changing my life. I love you, sister!]
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#iamwhole30 #nomnom #lifeafterwhole30 #sugarfreebacon #broccoli #ranch #paleoglutenfreeeats #dudethisistasty")
