“You’re blessed when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and his rule.Matthew 5:3 MSG (from YouVerson)
Don’t Put Plastic in the Microwave By Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Mike Roizen, MDs The dictionary's list of synonyms for "zap" includes "bang," "clobber," "wallop," and about two dozen other words that miss the ray-emitting connotation of zapping your food in a microwave — the most common use of the word, we bet. Around $117.6 billion is projected to be spent on frozen microwavable foods in 2025. That's a lot of plastic trays. And that brings up a question: What's the cumulative effect, year after year, of eating zapped food that's packaged in plastic? We know some facts: Bisphenol-A (BPA) is put into plastics to make them clear and hard; phthalates are added to make them soft and flexible. Both are hormone disruptors, and they can migrate into food. High-fat foods like meats, cheeses, and rich sauces are particularly good receptors for them. Plastics approved by the Food and Drug Administration that are labeled "microwave safe" have been tested, and the maximum allowable amount of migration of those chemicals is far less per pound of body weight than the amount shown to harm laboratory animals over a lifetime of use. That said, it doesn't definitively address what happens over a person's longer life span if they're exposed to zapping and eating and zapping and eating. Don't let plastic wrap touch food when microwaving; don't microwave plastic storage bags, plastic bags from the grocery, takeout containers, or plastic tubs that hold yogurt, sauces, or condiments. The bottom line: Glass, parchment, and white paper towels may be safer to zap. Transfer food from its plastic container before microwaving. |
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(Above article shared by Wallace)
"If it costs me my peace, it's too expensive." - Creflo Dollar
Forgiving Hurts We Don't Deserve Colossians 3:12 - 14 It is truly amazing how some people attempt to justify an angry, unforgiving heart. They may think, "God knows what that person did to me, so He understands why I feel this way." Well, He certainly understands, but that doesn't mean He approves. Jesus faced appalling betrayal and abandonment, so He knows human emotions inside and out. yet the Lord does not agree that we should feel justified about an unforgiving attitude. The Savior had a God-centered view of forgiveness that withstood the vilest torture. This is something we should thank God for every morning. Why? Because we are the ones who betray the Lord daily. We have wronged Jesus in ways no one has ever wronged us. We've denied Him His rightful place in our lives. We have doubted His Word, ignored His instructions, and left Him out of our daytoday lives. We've sinned against Him and shamed Him by sinning against others. What is Jesus' response to this abuse? "Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest" (Matt. 11:28). Now do you really believe He will justify your unforgiveness under any circumstances? No, He won't. When you look to God to excuse your unforgiving heart, you'll hear Him answer, "Look at the cross." There, you'll discover the price that was paid for your own forgiveness. olossians 3:13 spells out our solemn responsibility: "Forgive as the Lord forgave you" (NIV, emphasis added). Just as we have been forgiven, so we must now become forgivers. (from In Touch Devotions, May 2015)
Get Maximum Health From Minimal Exercise By Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Mike Roizen, MDs You want to become your healthiest self, but it can seem daunting. Well, we’ve figured out how you can get the most bang for your buck and muscle for your sweat and have a younger body and mind. Your goal is to do four types of physical activity weekly: walking, strength building, bone strengthening (jumping), and stamina building. You also want to limit inactivity to 60 minutes at a stretch. That combination gives you the very best results — rolling back your risk for disease and disability and increasing longevity. You want to get 10,000 steps a day or a moderate-intensity equivalent; 30 minutes of resistance exercise a week, including some for hand and core strength; 20 jumps a day; and 20 minutes of cardio three times a week, done at a heart rate of 80% or more of your age-adjusted maximum — that's 220 minus your calendar age. If you follow those recommendations, in addition to a stronger heart, you'll have improved metabolic function and decreased risks of obesity, osteoarthritis, bone fractures, and Type 2 diabetes, increased mental alertness and improved short-term and long-term memory, a stronger immune system, and a healthier gut microbiome. Walking 10,000 steps a day is optimal for improving insulin resistance and reversing the fat accumulation-inflammation cycle. It also increases the size of the brain's memory center, your hippocampus, by up to 2% in a year. Building muscle burns calories and improves insulin resistance as it strengthens balance, protects against arthritis-related disabilities, and fights inflammation. Aim to exercise the largest muscle groups, and abdominal, hip, and butt muscles. You can use dumbbells, resistance bands, medicine balls, your own body weight (pushups and squats), or even cans of soup. If you're out of shape, you want to start with walking and then strength-building for a few weeks before you do cardio in order to have the muscle strength you need for endurance. Then you can embrace the full program. Jumping builds bone strength, especially hip bones, and that helps strengthen your immune system too. Building stamina with sweaty fun: Aim for a minimum of 60 minutes a week of aerobic activity — ideally in three 20-minute sessions. Opt for low-impact swimming, cycling, or using an elliptical trainer to get your heart rate up without harming joints. Interval training will provide the maximum cardiovascular benefit, stress reduction, immune strengthening and respiratory health. |
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(Above article from Wallace) For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.
Paul.....inspired by God (shared by Wallace)
'I will never forget': 107-year-old Tulsa Race Massacre survivor testifies before Congress
Sometimes we need to turn the volume of the world down to hear God’s voice. When life gets hard we need to allow his voice to speak over our fears. (from Wallace)
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A Prayer for Connection | God, for many of us, this past year was filled with isolation. Despite technological advances, we watched relationships change and drift apart—and we grieved the loss. | | Re-establish our relationships and show us how to make meaningful connections—even if it feels uncomfortable at first. | Ultimately, we want our loneliness to lead us closer to You and to the people that You’ve called us to love and support. So take our isolation, our disconnection, our social anxiety, and our fear—and turn it into something beautiful that draws the world closer to You and to each other. | In Jesus’ name,
Amen. |
Prayer above from YouVersion
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