Remuda Ranch

We were so privileged to care for you here at Remuda. Our hope is that you are continuing on your road to recovery. If you are struggling, please don't hesitate to contact us. We would love to talk with you and assist you in any way we can.

Also, we will be adding encouraging words to this page on a regular basis. So, please check back from time to time. May God bless you abundantly!

- Ward Keller, Founder and CEO

Encouragement from "Beyond the Looking Glass"

Beware!

April 28, 2008

So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don't fall! - 1 Cor. 10:12

My life seemed perfect. We had found our dream home, a great new church, and I loved my new job. My recovery from anorexia and bulimia was going well. I had even taken on the responsibility of leading a Bible study with an emphasis on problems with food and eating. I was feeling pretty smug about things.

Then it happened! I just couldn't stand being content. Was I so used to turmoil that I set out to create a crisis? Suddenly, the house needed so much, there were strangers at church and my job became overwhelming.

All these pressures led to a return to my eating disorder. Now how could I possibly lead a Bible study while I was in relapse?

Before I moved, quit my job, stopped going to church and declined to lead the study, God helped me see what was going on. He gave me the strength to retrace the solid, familiar steps of recovery. I found stability in praying, journaling, returning to support groups and following my food plan.

Lord, forgive me for my pridefulness. Thank you for reminding me what I must do to keep from falling again.

Encouragement from Remuda Staff

June 7, 2007

Dear Precious One,

I remember the day I met you, what a wall you had built up for one so young! God allowed me to see into your tender, wounded heart, past all of the harsh words and glaring looks to see you as HE sees you; a precious soul that is unconditionally loved by HIM and should be by everyone else! HE has kept you on my heart and I pray for you regularly. You questioned HIS love for you but I hope that you are now learning to trust that HE is always Truthful and Faithful. I know that you also felt worthless and shameful but I pray that is no longer true and that you now believe that you are extremely valuable and uniquely talented! GOD has a purpose for your life, a wonderful plan that will bring you true joy if you stay focused on HIM. Please accept HIS gift of abundant life and allow HIM to comfort you with hope and peace as you walk with HIM and learn HIS ways. Remember, HE promises to never, ever abandon you!

-LaNita Sena, Administrative Office Receptionist and MHT