I have lived just about my entire life in some shade of darkness. I have tried to create the illusion that all is well, but of course, all cannot be well when you live the life of one of the super morbidly obese. Being obese has affected me physically, and emotionally, of course, how could it not. But there is one thing that I had not really looked at closely, and that is how being obese has affected me spiritually. I realize now that the power of the darkness becomes stronger when I allow my level of spirituality drop.
Rechels Journey is an experiment upon the Word. It is a spiritual journey about becoming…. It is a quest about moving out of the darkness and into the light. I have lived my whole life hiding behind a cloud of sorrow, shame, self-loathing, doubt, pity and every other negative affirmation that one could come up with. These negative feelings are not of God. They are tools of the adversary to keep us in darkness and away from the purifying and healing light of the Lord. He is the Master Creator. He created our bodies, and He knows what we need to do to sustain it. Most of all, He our Father, and as a Father, He wants His children to be happy. I know He wants that for me, and I know He will help me to achieve it.
My goal for this blog is to document my progress on this journey and to share my experiences with the hope that it will help someone else who is living in darkness to reach for, and find that light that they seek in their own lives.
Rechel
Rechel,
I can only imagine how hard it must have been to write these words….as a morbidly obese person myself (yes, medically I am considered morbidly obese) I struggle with the same feelings daily. I wish you much success and all that God has in store for you as you embark on your journey.
-Gloria
Gloria,
Thanks for being the first to comment on my blog, and thank you so much for your support.
Rechel,
Thank you for including me on your journey. You mean the world to me and I am blessed to have you as a friend. I think of you often even though we are miles apart and I want you to know that I am always here for you, as you have been there for me. May God bless you and continue to keep you in his arms.
I am so proud of you for taking this journey. I love you poo poo!
Susan
Susan,
Thank you so much. I really miss you, and think of you often. Thank you for being part of my journey and for supporting me. I love you too.
Rechel
Rechel,
I love and miss you a bunch. I am so happy for you as you start this new journey and pray that you have so much success. I know that you will find the joy and happiness that you deserve and in finding that, you will discover the love that so many have for you. Even more important than that, just how special and loved you are in the eyes of our Father in Heaven. I hope that you will feel my support for you as I continue to send many prayers your way. I love you.
The only this I can say is that I am glad to be among the chosen few that have the opportunity to support you and love you. Life is dark for many of us (in diverse manners) but with great family and friends, it becomes a little easier. You are an amazing person and soul and we are here for you! Muah!
Rechel,
Thanks for including me on your journey. This is spiritually intense, and I know it must have been hard to even reach this part of the journey. I am with you, and you have encouraged me to work on my darkness, as weight has a strong affect on us, more than we wish to say sometimes. I wish you all the best, and hopefully we can keep each other encouraged. I am a strong believer that if God brings you to it, he will bring you through it. Your faith is strong, so continue trusting, believing and praying. I love you, and am here for you. Lets walk this journey together.
I want to be a part of this journey for you…..please, please let me know how I can help you. I believe in you and know you can do this. Most importantly remember…we are what we think. You must mentally draw upon the powers of heaven when thoughts of negativity overcome you. Your journey may take the rest of your life but I promise you it will be worth it!!! You have the support of friends and loved ones and each one of us have been blessed with gifts from on high that we can share with you..you only have to ask. Love and prayers…until next time….Mo
Shelley and Mo,
Thank you for being part of this journey with me. It is time to allow the Lord to work a miracle in my life. I truly believe that good friends and loving family members are part of that miracle.
Rechel:
I’m glad you started this blog. I hope it helps you on your journey to weight loss and spiritual discovery. You know I’m here for you whenever you need me. God will help you to come “Out of the Darkness” as you listen to the answers He will give you.
Dear Rechel.. I too am honored to be your friend and will ALWAYS be here for you! You can count on me anytime ( except for the choir temporarily!) and certainly I will be here for you throughout this journey you have decided to make.
As one who has always enjoyed studying human behavior and the human mind and spirit, please know that I totally admire you for your decision and say “ENOUGH” to the adversary who is always on the lookout to influence every child of God to slip and fall. And particularly those who Heavenly Father has blessed with special gifts as you have been.
The mere fact that you have taken this step is very significant and you MUST KNOW that He is with you, and as our Heavenly Father will see to it that each and every single thing that you stand in need of, He will see to it that you be blessed with it…. on His own timing!! ;>)
As others have said, the best answers will always be found in your HEART and through the Holy Spirit that is ready to jump to action for you!
I have a VERY strong testimony of how Our Lord Jesus Christ DOES make Himself be felt when we reach out to Him. And now that you have decided to face your challenges, you need to turn those into fantastic opportunities to come closer to God, Heavenly Father and to Jesus Christ more than ever!
My dear friend, I testify to you that He is always there, ready to bless and support us. Emotions will bring confusion and doubt for they come from our mind and programming. But.. FEELINGS, will NEVER fail to lead you right for they are always found in our HEARTS! And there the Spirit reigns!
So, go forth with confidence and TRUST Heavenly Father that all WILL BE WELL and as He Wills it!
I love you and your family and the beautiful person you are and always will. The Lord is blessing you!!!
Angel
Rechel,
Just take it one day at a time and when things don’t go right take immediately to the Lord. He will help you get back on track.
Love ya, Sandy
WOW! All I can say is WOW! You are setting off on the right path and I love your spiritual mindset. I know you can do this and I am thrilled to be a bystander and (hopefully!) offer some encouragement. You will do this because there is absolutely no reason you cannot do this. I already thought you were incredible, and now, it’s even more deeply cemented in my mind.
Rechel, you are awesome! I feel so blessed to have been choosen to share in this journey with you. You are and always have been an inspiration to me from your amazing voice to your gentle spirit. Continue to look to the Lord for strength and guidance. Go Rechel!!!!
Towanna