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Even when things are crashing down on us we still have the ability to pray. Oh, it is so hard, but it is harder yet to neglect this time and feel horrible about not crying out for help. God has promised an escape route. 1 Corinthians 10:13 "No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it."
Now you might say, then why does the temptation to overeat or binge overcome me if there is an escape route? That escape route is prayer, and unlike food, it is there for us 24 X 7. How we take it for granted when we shouldn't. How we could talk this moment through with Someone who not only understands and cares, but will hand deliver you a solution. Why do we forget so readily the promise of answered prayer? Let's remember to pray when temptations strike. Let's tackle it at the moment. Let's do it now!
Prayer: Father God, I am reminded, humbly, that I will have moments of failure, but I also am reminded that You are larger than my failures. Instead of throwing in the towel when I lose it, help me to turn to You, once more, for a fresh start. Help me not to be overcome by my human frailties, but help me to overcome them, in the name of Jesus. Grant me peace in this moment that I might not turn to the solace of food as my companion. I believe that You are greater than my emotional and physical appetite. Let me receive Your peace instead. Amen
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