God is sooo Good!!!!

Well it's been a long week, and a growing week.  First I wanna start with my 5 motivation and inspiration.

             1.  The Lord Jesus Christ
             2.  My husband who rocks wanna make him proud.
             3.  Faith my oldest daughter who pushes me to go harder
             4.  Summer my middle girlie, who always asks me is this
                  healthy  mommy. Want to show them by example.
             5.  Evann my baby boy, who when I get home on Wednesdays asks
                  mommy did you win? Gotta love it!! I say no but I tried my
                   hardest and that's what matters!!
              6.  My AWESOME TEAM

Today at our workout I was totally blown away by the humility of someone on the other ( team no need for names) that apologized, for something I wouldn't of know anything about.  Really I wanted to start crying at that very moment. I was happy to be in the acquaintance of someone who put the Lord first, and did something the Lord laid on her heart.  I am sure her flesh was not wanting to do it, but she listened to the Lord!! and by that I was refreshed and renewed, realizing the Lord put this group together for a reason.
        When I first found out I was picked for this, I went to church and asked our ladies group to pray that I would glorify God through this, motivate others and just show others the Love of Christ and get myself healthy and one more important thing not to make this an idol.  Now this doesn't  mean I am not  gonna be competitive, or do everything in my power to win.(As you all know I love the competition it drives me) It just means that I believe you can do hard things and Love the Lord instead of giving into the flesh.  Now don't get  me wrong I fail, I am not perfect and I can get negative and of the flesh, but with the Lords help I can do this the right way. (Phil 4:13)" I can do all things through him who gives me strength." That s what today showed me,the love of Christ.
      If your wondering why I work out the way I do, Colossians 3:23 is my inspiration "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men(or myself)".  Also here's another awesome scripture for everyone 2Chronicles 15:7 "But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded."  Lets remember that during our workouts:)!!!
      So if or when I start to get grumpy or negative, I am hoping someone on our team will hold me accountable for these words.!!!
    One more thing,  I am doing this thing for myself, it's one thing in my life I have control over. I don't think I should feel bad or ashamed that yes I am doing this for me! I want to make me a better me, and if  I can motivate others in the process  that's awesome. The Lord knew we would all be in this together, so let's make the most of it!!
God Bless, Mandy