Bend, Stretch, and Strengthen

Our Rebecca and 12-year-old grandboy
Thanksgiving 5K Turkey Trot
(in 20-degree weather)

"Do not fret...Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness." (Psalm 37:1,3)

Saturday, when I leaned over and my back "caught," I quickly remembered the bend, stretch, and strengthen rule: 

• bend the knees, NOT the back, 
• stretch muscles, ligaments, and tendons daily, 
• strengthen my core.

Monday, when I caught myself fretting over an upcoming event, the spiritual bend, stretch, and strengthen rule came to mind: 

• bend (submit) to God's will and purpose, 
• daily stretch my faith in the Lord Jesus Christ,
• strengthen my trust in God. 

Caught in a fretful frenzy, beloved? Bend your knee to Jesus. Stretch your faith in Him, and strengthen trust in God.