I saw a post on Facebook yesterday by a young woman concerning her soul mates addiction to energy drinks. She like so many of us knows that these things aren't good for the body. The damage they do to our kidneys, pancreas, livers, and adrenal glands can be devastating and in some cases, fatal. The sugar surge, then subsequent crash creates an endless repeat cycle that is hard to break free.

We all need it, we can't live without it, and if we want to function properly, we must get enough of it....... SLEEP! Quick Quiz for you: How much sleep should you get per night?(answer at the bottom) As Physician and Author, Dr. Don Colbert has written a book titled, "The Seven Pillars of Health". Listing water as the first "pillar', a close second is sleep. Dr. Colbert explains that that not only does the length of sleep matter but also the quality of sleep.

Are you PRETENDING with God? Do you really believe EVERYTHING God says? Do you TRUST God? Do you allow God to LEAD you? Are you getting the RESULTS you are looking for? As one of the leaders of the Grace and Strength Lifestyle I have the a unique privilege and opportunity to hear from many men and women who share both their life's victories and challenges with me on a consistent basis.

I have watched Monica's journey unfold and as her coach, I could not be prouder. She has worked so hard and even while her husband is over in Afghanistan, she has persevered and been determined in reaching her goals. I still remember the first time I met her on group night and heard her story of how she longs to be able to ride her horse again but because of her weight, she could not at the time. Monica is not even at goal yet but has done so well, she can now ride her beautiful horse again.

I have had the privilege of being a lifestyle coach for the Grace and Strength Program for three weeks now.  My first group of girls are working so hard and seeing great results, both on the scale and in their hearts! In our last small group we spent time talking about freedom. What does freedom look like for you?