On the rare occasions when my husband and I entertain friends in our home, we typically provide a delectable dessert. But not this time.
In an effort to lose weight and lower blood pressure, our friend Carla was counting points and her husband Ben was counting carbs. We didn't want to sabotage their efforts, so after a fun board game, we offered blueberries for her and mixed nuts for him. For beverages, he selected decaf coffee and she chose Tazo Lemon Loaf hot tea (zero points but oh-so-delicious!). No one felt stuffed or guilty, and we all left the table satisfied.
I always want my friends to know they can count on me to support their health and wellness. Likewise, I am grateful for the many ways I count on them, especially for wise counsel and prayer support.
With all these references to counting, you may have guessed that this week's Word to Live By is COUNT! Whether you are counting your blessings, your carbs, your points, or counting on a friend or family member for support, let's make a point of counting it all joy, knowing that once we get past the challenges, we will have gained patience--with ourselves and with others.
Most of all, we rejoice that we can always COUNT on Christ to supply strength and encouragement for conquering whatever life throws at us.
Blessings,
Dalene Parker, guest blogger
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Words to Live By: One Word a Week (pages 253-258)
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