I was doing a study recently, when the author asked a question, "What is the one thing that you could change in your life that would make the most impact to your life?"

That was food for thought because I had to sit awhile and take inventory of me. Not the perceived me, the real me. Yes, the imperfect me. That part of me that needs the most changing, the part of me I tend to ignore or overlook the most, the part of me that is most depleted and suffering. The weakest part of me.

After I moved aside my ego, you know, that side of you that thinks you're flawless, I was able to pinpoint with accuracy the one area I needed to change the most. For me, it is taking personal care of my body. My spirit God has taken care of, my soul (mind, will, and emotions) I am caring for exceptionally. But my body, the earth suit I reside in, is still in much need of loving care.

After I got completely honest, it occurred to me that if I care for myself the right way, then I will be in a much better position to care for the other areas of my life. To continue to neglect the body that houses me is not just wrong, but foolish! And what's more ridiculous is the fact that I have neglected my body for years, while promising myself to take better care of me. Sometimes, I did and other times I did not. This left me trying to get healthier year after year. Broken promise after broken promise. Defeat after defeat.

I never realized before how vitally important that one area of focused care really is to my life. That question made me aware of what the most important task in my life is, next to receiving the saving grace of God.

I am asking you the same question, "What is the one area of your life that you can change that would make the biggest impact to your life?"

Please don't take this inquiry lightly. Take an in-depth analysis of your life to pin-point that area. It may take you several hours, several days, or several weeks to assess the #1 thing. Keep in mind this is not judgement, only assessment. There is much room in all of us for improvement. After you find that one area, write about it. Get a pen and paper, sit quietly, and write out all the details about that flawed area of concern. Then write out why you think this area needs changing and how you can begin to make these changes. Afterward, write about how you expect your change to impact your life.

When I looked at my #1 area of concern, the primary culprit that was hindering me was my dietary habits. I realized that my emotional eating habits were keeping me weak, lethargic, overweight, sometimes sick, and very much ashamed. I realized that my own wrong choices were hindering my forward progress in life and in relationships. There was a season when I didn't want to leave the house other than for work. I wanted to date, but didn't like the way I looked, so I hid myself away from dating interaction. Back then, I did not realize how broken I was in my soul. The misuse of food did not cause the issues, it only exposed it. But now that my soul is healthier, I can clearly see the underlying issues that held me back for so long. The misuse and abuse of food held me hostage. I used it to comfort my hurting soul which is something it was never designed to do. Gratefully, I know now that God (The Holy Spirit) is my Comforter, not a thing.

This is a very important assignment I am giving you, don't run from the truth, embrace it. Truth is designed to move us forward because it helps release us from the lies that hold us back.

This inventory of the soul will change your life. After you get honest about the #1 thing, you will find it easier to get honest about everything else. From an honest life assessment, God and you can journey into your future on a healthier path.