Improve your Quality of Life

“You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.” Psalm 16:11 NLT

In an article titled “ Cutting Sugar, Processed Meats Could Extend Lifespan by Up to 10 Years” it was reported that although research on the health risks of processed meats and added sugars isn’t new, a new study suggests you and I might be able to add up to an entire decade to our lives by making strategic food choices now. Other dietary shifts like adding more vegetables and focusing on white meat instead of red meat showed some effect for this, but the biggest gains were tied to processed meats and added sugars, according to lead author Lars Fadnes, Ph.D., researcher in the department of global public health and primary care at the University of Bergen in Norway. “Unsurprisingly, predicted gains in life expectancy are lower when the dietary change is initiated at older ages, but those gains still remain substantial,” he told Bicycling. “Also, keep in mind that the years you add may be healthier due to better food choices, so not only are you living longer, but you could be improving quality of life.”

And you know, when it comes to things that improve the quality of life or, as defined, the overall enjoyment of the days we’ve been given, David knew that a right relationship with God was the key. Which prompted him to say, “You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.” You see, David had full confidence that a life lived apart from God was a shallow life at best, and he would be satisfied with nothing less than a close friendship with the Father, treasuring that above all the pleasures the world could ever offer. 

So knowing that the best way to improve your quality of life is to improve your relationship with the Lord, choose to spend time in His presence daily through the pages of the Bible, meditation, and prayer my friend. Make fellowship with Him your highest priority and you’ll soon find that you’re enjoying life more than you ever have before, and more than you ever thought was possible. 

Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us that only You can show us the way of life and help us to follow it. Cause us to seek You first each and every day Lord and to crave your Presence in the same way we crave food and water, knowing that You are our life. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen. 

Happy Running!