May 20, 2012
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Writing on the Wall
Persevere – to persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly.
On the wall at my gym the word Persevere is written. Four years ago when I first joined, I would see that word everyday, except Sunday .(Always took Sunday off) It was a constant reminder and encouragement to me. I was going through an extremely difficult time and I felt discouragement weigh heavy on me everyday. God used it as a reminder for me to press on in my day and trials. I lost fifteen pounds in four months. Just in time for my 30th birthday. However my stress plagued me and I developed TMJ and was in too much pain to keep exercising.
They say it takes 21 days to form a habit. I am almost there! I have been working out everyday except Sundays, since May 1st. My husband had 31 sessions of paid training that he had not used. So, I‘ve taken advantage of them. I workout with a trainer twice a week. I am getting back into shape and toning up. My face still has its fits but it has not incapacitated me. I started out 3O mins a day. Last week I was able to do an hour a day, every day. (one day doing as long as an hour and a half.) I am so happy. It feels so good to be moving again! I can’t wait to see where I am in a couple of months.
In times of difficulty persevere. You will overcome your obstacles. It doesn’t matter how long it takes. Keep fighting for it. It’s funny to me how four years ago the word spoke to me as a motto for my life and it still is. It was obviously written to help us obtain our goals in the gym. To stay the course and not give up. No white flags! Do not surrender! You can do it! In life we all need some perseverance and encouragement.
Perseverance
Perseverance
And keeping the faith.
Faith that can move mountains.
Faith that can, is,
And has moved my mountains of doubt.Perseverance
And finding peace.
Peace that surpasses all understanding.
A calm and peace that transcends
Lifes whirlwinds and thunderstorms.
No residue of anxiety
No fearPerseverance
And trusting, surrendering to God
Letting go, accepting
Believing and knowing
Obediently following
And holding on to His love.helmschick –out
Comments (2)
I’m glad to hear it’s going well! I’ve been walking 3 miles, at least 3 times a week. I don’t have any other time that I can get exercise like that so I have to do it on my “lunchbreak” at work. I’m glad I started it though, I’m seeing some changes and I like it.
Way to persevere!!
@ bethro78 That’s great! It feels good to exercise. You have more energy and its a great stress outlet too. Thx!