When it comes to finding victory over food and disordered eating, we often speak of enjoying freedom in the Lord. However, you may wonder what this means and how it looks practically. It simply means that, because of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross and victory over sin and death, you are no longer obligated to sin nor to satisfying your flesh. Now you have the same authority over sin that Christ had when he rose from the grave.
The truth is, though, that before we can apply that freedom, we...
Flesh and spirit can't live in harmony ("For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh; for they are opposed to one another," Galatians 5:17).
It is good news that Christ has given us everything we need for victory, and the Spirit will prevail over us. Everyone has been discouraged at times on their journey to better health. If you're feeling disheartened today, I want to remind you of some truths. First, you can succeed if you don't...
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays to be with family and recount the blessings god has given us! And let’s face it, it’s also about the incredible meal we get to share with those we love!
Yep- that’s right, it’s ok to enjoy the food- every bite, even if it’s covered in butter, sugar, and sauces you can only imagine the calorie content!
Every year, we have a few special days we get to sit and enjoy fellowship around the table on a holiday, so why waste part of your mental capacity...
People often talk about practicing spiritual disciplines. You may wonder what that means and why it's significant.
The practice of spiritual discipline promotes spiritual growth among followers of Jesus Christ. People have practiced spiritual disciplines since Biblical times as ways of experiencing the power of God.
Many spiritual disciplines can help encourage spiritual growth, but today I will focus on four you can use regularly to maintain your spiritual health.
Bible Study
While this may...
I will never forget the first time I asked God to speak to me in His word. I was seeking direction after years of eating disorders at the age of 18. I opened my Bible to Roman’s 12:2, and it spoke directly to my heart!
The bible tells us in Romans 12:2-3 that we have the ability to discern God’s perfect will in every area of our lives. It says, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s...
He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20
Did you ever notice how many of Jesus' blessings were a direct response to faith on the part of the recipient? Jesus did not tell the leper, "By my power, I will heal you." He didn't tell the bleeding woman about the Father's will for healing. He always...
Do you know it’s Gods will to heal you in your disappointments, as well as your most broken places!?
Sometimes I think we tuck the deeply broken places away, thinking if we just ignore them long enough, they will eventually resolve themselves.
When I had a emergency C-section with Ollie, I cried and felt so broken that I didn’t have the birth I imagined or desired. I took my disappointment to him just days free coming home from the hospital, and He gave me such a clear word of redemption and...
"The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.” Proverbs 13:4
As a parent, I try to teach and model the concept of “doing the difficult things first.” It's challenging because it's the opposite of our human nature. We tend to go in the direction of the easy path. However, it isn't always the most fruitful path. It is rare that the things worth doing are also the easy ones. Taking on the difficult tasks in your day, to-do list, and your...
It's hard to be a teenager. In my opinion, it's never been more challenging than it is now.
My daughter recently told me that her friends have begun abstaining from food, dieting, and even purging to be thinner and more “socially acceptable” over the past year or so.
I have been discussing this topic with her lately, as social media, cultural pressures, and skimpy fashion trends make it increasingly difficult for teens to navigate one of the most challenging times of their lives.
As a...
“Therefore, be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:1-2
As a child, my mother used to warn me, “Be careful with your friends. You become like the people you spend most of your time with.” Now that I have my own kids, I am even more aware of this. Choosing our company carefully is critical. Whether consciously or unconsciously, we tend to emulate and act like the people we...
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