GO TO GOD FIRST with Kim Dolan Leto

GO TO GOD FIRST with Kim Dolan Leto

By Kim Dolan Leto | Bestselling Author, Christian Speaker & Podcast HostHealth & FitnessMental HealthReligion & SpiritualityChristianity
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  • 13. Get Motivated: Faith Fuel for Your Workout

    This topic is oh so good today.

    People always ask me how are you so motivated to workout, so I'm going to share my answer.

    The truth is I wasn't always motivated.

    Maybe today you feel like I did and working out seems like a chore, but it doesn't have to.

    Our world idealizes being fit with extremely lean bodies. I think this can make us feel defeated before we even start or make us quit when we don't see the progress the package or promotion promised us.

    ...But then we're missing the whole, real point of working out.

    Too often working out is all about what we look like instead of taking care of our bodies (His Temple) I jokingly say, it isn't about vanity it's about sanity, because working out makes you feel amazing!

    Who wants more energy, better sleep, less stress, increased cognitive function, and of course that beautiful God-given glow? I sure do!

    Jeremiah 29:11 shares that God has a purpose and a plan for your life, but how are you going to accomplish the things He has planned for you if you feel bad about yourself, are too tired or lack the motivation?

    Key takeaways:

    1. Being fit is about living healthy, achieving your goals and how you feel – not just what you look like!

    2. Know your why, what has God been calling you to do? What do you need to be healthy, fit and confident to accomplish?

    3. Fuel your workouts with faith. Your true power source!

    Faith Fuel:

    Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. – (Heb. 11:1)

    I'm never going to leave you without asking you to get into action.

    Nothing happens without action, and I'm here to be your accountability partner.

    Join My Power Up Challenge!

    Make sure to Subscribe/Rate/Review to the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast, and head over to my social media (links below). Tell me how taking a scripture to your workouts or how my Free Spotify Christian Playlists are powering your workouts.

    When you do, you're automatically entered into my Power Up Challenge!

    I pick one winner every week, and you'll either get a 10-minute call from me, a copy of my best-selling christian fitness book Faith Inspired Transformation, the FIT workout series or some fun Christian swag.

    I'm invested in your success.

    If you'd like to get fit, gain control over your appetite and feel more confident, make sure you go to my site and download my free resources. https://www.kimdolanleto.com/free-resources/

    Remember, You are Strong. Confident. His.

    Until next time...

    From my heart to yours,

    God bless,

    Kim

    Links Mentioned In This Episode:

    Spotify Playlist

    https://open.spotify.com/user/kimdolanleto

    Faith Inspired Transformation

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    Free Resources

    https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout

    My Social Media

    https://www.facebook.com/kimdolanleto

    https://www.instagram.com/kimdolanleto/

    10 min
  • 13. Get Motivated: Faith Fuel for Your Workout

    This topic is oh so good today. 

    People always ask me how are you so motivated to workout, so I’m going to share my answer.

    The truth is I wasn’t always motivated. 

    Maybe today you feel like I did and working out seems like a chore, but it doesn’t have to.

    Our world idealizes being fit with extremely lean bodies. I think this can make us feel defeated before we even start or make us quit when we don’t see the progress the package or promotion promised us.

    ...But then we’re missing the whole, real point of working out.

    Too often working out is all about what we look like instead of taking care of our bodies (His Temple) I jokingly say, it isn’t about vanity it’s about sanity, because working out makes you feel amazing! 

    Who wants more energy, better sleep, less stress, increased cognitive function, and of course that beautiful God-given glow? I sure do!

    Jeremiah 29:11 shares that God has a purpose and a plan for your life, but how are you going to accomplish the things He has planned for you if you feel bad about yourself, are too tired or lack the motivation?

    Key takeaways:

    1. Being fit is about living healthy, achieving your goals and how you feel – not just what you look like! 

    2.   Know your why, what has God been calling you to do? What do you need to be healthy, fit and confident to accomplish?

    3.   Fuel your workouts with faith. Your true power source!

    Faith Fuel:

    Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. – (Heb. 11:1)

    I’m never going to leave you without asking you to get into action. 

    Nothing happens without action, and I’m here to be your accountability partner.

    Join My Power Up Challenge!

    Make sure to Subscribe/Rate/Review to the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast, and head over to my social media (links below). Tell me how taking a scripture to your workouts or how my Free Spotify Christian Playlists are powering your workouts.

    When you do, you’re automatically entered into my Power Up Challenge! 

    I pick one winner every week, and you’ll either get a 10-minute call from me, a copy of my best-selling christian fitness book Faith Inspired Transformation, the FIT workout series or some fun Christian swag.

    I’m invested in your success. 

    If you’d like to get fit, gain control over your appetite and feel more confident, make sure you go to my site and download my free resources. https://www.kimdolanleto.com/free-resources/ 

    Remember, You are Strong. Confident. His.

    Until next time...

    From my heart to yours,

    God bless,

    Kim

    Links Mentioned In This Episode:

    Spotify Playlist

    https://open.spotify.com/user/kimdolanleto

    Faith Inspired Transformation 

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    Free Resources

    https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout

    My Social Media

    https://www.facebook.com/kimdolanleto 

    https://www.instagram.com/kimdolanleto/

    10 min
  • 12. A Christian Woman's Solution to Weight Loss and Dieting: 5 Step System
    • Are you tired of starting your diet over every Monday?

    • Does it seem like you gain and lose the same five pounds every week?

    • How many times have you said "this is it. I'm starting a diet on Monday?"

    And the weekend was an all out binge?

    Promising you're going to live on chicken, broccoli, salmon and green beans, oats, eggs and protein shakes, doesn't work!

    Let's face it, anyone who's been on a diet knows that willpower doesn't last.

    I rode this emotional roller coaster for years, and I learned the hard way, so I want to help you avoid the years of struggle.

    If you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, then you have the power of the Holy Spirit working in you.

    Maybe you never made this connection, but it's absolutely life-changing.

    Did you know that you can trade willpower for the Holy Spirit gift of self-control?

    No diet can give you the spirit of self-control only God can do that.

    For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and self-control. (2 Tim 1:7)

    But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; (Gal 5:22-23)

    But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (Gal 5:16-17)

    In Christ, we have the ability to have self-control.

    I Created This Proven 5-Step System Based on Revelation 3:20 and the Acronym S.A.F.E Surrender Appetite Faithfully Everyday.

    Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. (Rev. 3:20)

    Practice these 5 Ps at mealtime, and walk in the Holy Spirit gift of self-control

    The 5 Ps:

    1. Pause before you decide to eat, put on the Holy Spirit gift of self-control, and ask yourself if you're really hungry or if you're just feeding your emotions, boredom, or stress.

    2. Pray before meals. Invite God to eat with you. Lead with gratitude.

    3. Portion each meal. Be mindful of the amount of food you're eating. If you want to indulge in a treat, serve yourself a portion on a plate and then put the rest away. Refrain from eating out of containers, bags, boxes, or pans.

    4. Practice Grace, and get back on track faster and avoid beating yourself up. Eat slowly, take smaller bites, and try setting your fork down between bites. Create small daily wins in faith.

    5. Plan ahead. Make healthy meals as often as you can and always have healthy snacks on hand. Don't wait until you're hungry to find food. I know I rarely make good choices when I am starving. Plan to go have ice cream with your kids, plan date nights with your husband, but make the next meal a healthy one.

    Why this works: we can't conquer spiritual problems with worldly answers.

    I'm never going to leave you without asking you to get into action.

    Nothing happens without action, and I'm here to be your accountability partner.

    Join My Power Up Challenge!

    Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast, and head over to my social media. Let me know how this helped you!

    When you do, you're automatically entered into my Power Up Challenge!

    I pick one winner every week, and you'll either get a 10-minute call from me, a copy of my best-selling christian fitness book Faith Inspired Transformation, the FIT workout series or some fun Christian swag.

    I'm invested in your success.

    If you'd like to get fit, gain control over your appetite and feel more confident, make sure you go to my site and download my free resources.

    Remember, You are Strong. Confident. His.

    Until next time...

    From my heart to yours,

    God bless,

    Kim

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    A Christian Woman's Solution to Weight Loss and Dieting:

    5 Step System

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/eatgodmade

    Faith Inspired Transformation

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    Free Resources

    https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout

    My Social Media

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimdolanleto

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimdolanleto/

    19 min
  • 12. A Christian Woman’s Solution to Weight Loss and Dieting: 5 Step System
    • Are you tired of starting your diet over every Monday?

    • Does it seem like you gain and lose the same five pounds every week?

    • How many times have you said "this is it. I’m starting a diet on Monday?"

    And the weekend was an all out binge?

    Promising you’re going to live on chicken, broccoli, salmon and green beans, oats, eggs and protein shakes, doesn’t work!

    Let’s face it, anyone who’s been on a diet knows that willpower doesn’t last.

    I rode this emotional roller coaster for years, and I learned the hard way, so I want to help you avoid the years of struggle.

    If you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, then you have the power of the Holy Spirit working in you.

    Maybe you never made this connection, but it’s absolutely life-changing.

    Did you know that you can trade willpower for the Holy Spirit gift of self-control?

    No diet can give you the spirit of self-control only God can do that.

    For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and self-control. (2 Tim 1:7)

    But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; (Gal 5:22-23)  

    But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (Gal 5:16-17)  

    In Christ, we have the ability to have self-control.

    I Created This Proven 5-Step System Based on Revelation 3:20 and the Acronym S.A.F.E Surrender Appetite Faithfully Everyday. 

    Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. (Rev. 3:20) 

    Practice these 5 Ps at mealtime, and walk in the Holy Spirit gift of self-control

    The 5 Ps:

    1. Pause before you decide to eat, put on the Holy Spirit gift of self-control, and ask yourself if you’re really hungry or if you’re just feeding your emotions, boredom, or stress.

    2. Pray before meals. Invite God to eat with you. Lead with gratitude.

    3. Portion each meal. Be mindful of the amount of food you’re eating. If you want to indulge in a treat, serve yourself a portion on a plate and then put the rest away. Refrain from eating out of containers, bags, boxes, or pans.

    4. Practice Grace, and get back on track faster and avoid beating yourself up. Eat slowly, take smaller bites, and try setting your fork down between bites. Create small daily wins in faith.

    5.  Plan ahead. Make healthy meals as often as you can and always have healthy snacks on hand. Don’t wait until you’re hungry to find food. I know I rarely make good choices when I am starving. Plan to go have ice cream with your kids, plan date nights with your husband, but make the next meal a healthy one. 

    Why this works: we can’t conquer spiritual problems with worldly answers.

    I’m never going to leave you without asking you to get into action. 

    Nothing happens without action, and I’m here to be your accountability partner.

    Join My Power Up Challenge!

    Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Strong. Confident. His. Podcast, and head over to my social media. Let me know how this helped you!

    When you do, you’re automatically entered into my Power Up Challenge! 

    I pick one winner every week, and you’ll either get a 10-minute call from me, a copy of my best-selling christian fitness book Faith Inspired Transformation, the FIT workout series or some fun Christian swag.

    I’m invested in your success. 

    If you’d like to get fit, gain control over your appetite and feel more confident, make sure you go to my site and download my free resources.

    Remember, You are Strong. Confident. His.

    Until next time...

    From my heart to yours,

    God bless,

    Kim

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    A Christian Woman’s Solution to Weight Loss and Dieting:

    5 Step System 

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/eatgodmade

    Faith Inspired Transformation 

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    Free Resources

    https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout

    My Social Media

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimdolanleto 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimdolanleto/

    19 min
  • 11. For the days you feel all alone on your fitness journey

    When you make the decision to change your health, pursue a fitness goal or tackle totally changing your body, it can feel like no one understands and that you're all alone.

    • Do your friends and family have a hard time understanding your health goals?

    • Have you ever felt really alone on your fitness journey?

    • Do you feel unsupported?

    Maybe you feel like you're the only one who's felt this way, but I want you to assure that you're not.

    Fitness can feel isolating. Like In the middle of a gym, a group fitness class, or bringing a healthy meal to a party, you can feel completely invisible, and like you're working toward a goal that seems like no one really gets.

    I want you to know that you're not alone!

    We need to support each other.

    Here's some faith-fuel to power your journey…

    She is dressed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. (Prov. 31:25)

    Power Up! I want you to take action.

    Tell me which tip helped you or if you've decided to find a Christian accountability partner? Head to my social media, and leave me a comment.

    When you do, I'll be picking one winner every week to do either a 10-minute coaching call, get a copy of my Best-selling Christian Fitness Book: Faith Inspired Transformation, a copy of my Faith Inspired Transformation Workout Series or some fun Christian swag.

    Here's the truth, sweet friend:

    God only made one you

    He calls you His masterpiece. You are a piece of the Master!

    You're not alone on your fitness journey.

    Remember You are Strong. Confident His.

    Until next week…

    From my heart to yours, God bless,

    Kim

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Fit Sisters in Christ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitsistersinchrist/

    Faith Inspired Transformation: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit/

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    9 min
  • 11. For the days you feel all alone on your fitness journey

    When you make the decision to change your health, pursue a fitness goal or tackle totally changing your body, it can feel like no one understands and that you’re all alone.

    • Do your friends and family have a hard time understanding your health goals?

    • Have you ever felt really alone on your fitness journey?

    • Do you feel unsupported?

    Maybe you feel like you’re the only one who’s felt this way, but I want you to assure that  you’re not.

    Fitness can feel isolating. Like In the middle of a gym, a group fitness class, or bringing a healthy meal to a party, you can feel completely invisible, and like you’re working toward a goal that seems like no one really gets.

    I want you to know that you’re not alone!

    We need to support each other.

    Here’s some faith-fuel to power your journey…

    She is dressed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. (Prov. 31:25)

    Power Up! I want you to take action. 

    Tell me which tip helped you or if you’ve decided to find a Christian accountability partner? Head to my social media, and leave me a comment.

    When you do, I’ll be picking one winner every week to do either a 10-minute coaching call, get a copy of my Best-selling Christian Fitness Book: Faith Inspired Transformation, a copy of my Faith Inspired Transformation Workout Series or some fun Christian swag.

    Here’s the truth, sweet friend:

    God only made one you

    He calls you His masterpiece. You are a piece of the Master!

    You’re not alone on your fitness journey.

    Remember You are Strong. Confident His.

    Until next week…

    From my heart to yours, God bless,

    Kim

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Fit Sisters in Christ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitsistersinchrist/ 

    Faith Inspired Transformation: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit/ 

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    9 min
  • 10. Stronger Together: Build Your Faith and Fitness Community

    Lisa Vasseur Jarvis and I share how to start your own faith and fitness community, the importance of faith in your food, fitness, confidence and how accountability in Christ changes everything.

    Lisa is a Proud Mom, Christ Follower, Fitness Instructor and Healthy Food Blogger.

    We cover these topics and so much more…

    Getting fit and staying fit is already hard, but when you couple that with: aging, hormones, dissatisfaction with your appearance, depression and feeling like you don't have a purpose, it can feel impossible.

    Lisa shares:

    1. How she felt God calling her to teach faith in her fitness class and how she did it using Faith Inspired Transformation.

    2. The feedback she's getting, and the overwhelming difference Jesus makes.

    3. The advice she has for someone wanting to start a small group.

    • Like having the courage to share Jesus in a place many people don't know He cares about.

    • How rewarding it is.

    • How God is calling us to His perfect plan. (at any age or stage, God's not done with us...If we're still here He has work for us to do. And we need to be healthy and fit to do it (mind and body).

    Who has He placed on your heart? Will you reach out to them today, or even take a big faith-filled step toward starting your own faith and fitness small group.

    If so, I've created a resource (the same book Lisa used in her group) to help you do that. Learn all about it here, Faith Inspired Transformation.

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    I want you to take the first step, because nothing happens without action.

    > Power up Challenge!

    Head to my social media and leave a comment sharing how you started your small group or reached out to that sweet friend God put on your heart.

    When you do, I'll be picking one winner every week to do either a 10-minute coaching call, get a copy of my Best-selling Christian Fitness Book: Faith Inspired Transformation, a copy of my Faith Inspired Transformation Workout Series or some fun Christian swag.

    I know you're going to find so much faith-filled value and inspiration from this episode.

    I'd love to hear from you.

    Rate, Review, & Subscribe in Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate five stars, and select "Write a Review."

    Then make sure to tell me how this encouraged you today, and you're automatically entered into my Power Up Weekly Challenge!

    Also, if you haven't yet, subscribe to the podcast. I add devotional episodes each week, if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss them. Subscribe here!

    You're not alone on your journey to fit.

    Together we are...

    Strong. Confident. His.

    Until next week...

    From my heart to yours, God bless!

    Kim

    Links Mentioned in this Episode

    Faith Inspired Transformation: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    To learn more about Lisa Vasseur Jarvis:

    Her Blog, Food for Thought. Today.: https://www.foodforthought.today

    Christian Women Living Magazine: http://www.christianwomenliving.com/lisa-vasseur-jarvis/

    29 min
  • 10. Stronger Together: Build Your Faith and Fitness Community

    Lisa Vasseur Jarvis and I share how to start your own faith and fitness community, the importance of faith in your food, fitness, confidence and how accountability in Christ changes everything.

    Lisa is a Proud Mom, Christ Follower, Fitness Instructor and Healthy Food Blogger.

    We cover these topics and so much more…

    Getting fit and staying fit is already hard, but when you couple that with: aging, hormones, dissatisfaction with your appearance, depression and feeling like you don’t have a purpose, it can feel impossible.

    Lisa shares:

    1.   How she felt God calling her to teach faith in her fitness class and how she did it using Faith Inspired Transformation. 

    2.   The feedback she’s getting, and the overwhelming difference Jesus makes.

    3.   The advice she has for someone wanting to start a small group.

    •  Like having the courage to share Jesus in a place many people don't know He cares about. 

    •  How rewarding it is.

    • How God is calling us to His perfect plan. (at any age or stage, God's not done with us...If we're still here He has work for us to do. And we need to be healthy and fit to do it (mind and body). 

    Who has He placed on your heart?  Will you reach out to them today, or even take a big faith-filled step toward starting your own faith and fitness small group.

    If so, I’ve created a resource (the same book Lisa used in her group) to help you do that. Learn all about it here, Faith Inspired Transformation.

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    I want you to take the first step, because nothing happens without action.

    > Power up Challenge!

    Head to my social media and leave a comment sharing how you started your small group or reached out to that sweet friend God put on your heart.

    When you do, I’ll be picking one winner every week to do either a 10-minute coaching call, get a copy of my Best-selling Christian Fitness Book: Faith Inspired Transformation, a copy of my Faith Inspired Transformation Workout Series or some fun Christian swag. 

    I know you’re going to find so much faith-filled value and inspiration from this episode.

    I’d love to hear from you.

    Rate, Review, & Subscribe in Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate five stars, and select “Write a Review.” 

    Then make sure to tell me how this encouraged you today, and you’re automatically entered into my Power Up Weekly Challenge!

    Also, if you haven’t yet, subscribe to the podcast. I add devotional episodes each week, if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you'll miss them. Subscribe here!

    You’re not alone on your journey to fit.

    Together we are...

    Strong. Confident. His.

    Until next week...

    From my heart to yours, God bless!

    Kim

    Links Mentioned in this Episode

    Faith Inspired Transformation: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-confident-his/id1504962677

    To learn more about Lisa Vasseur Jarvis:

    Her Blog, Food for Thought. Today.: https://www.foodforthought.today

    Christian Women Living Magazine: http://www.christianwomenliving.com/lisa-vasseur-jarvis/

    29 min
  • 9. Strong. Confident. His. The Heart Behind the Mission

    Last year was a very hard year for me, I haven't shared this publicly, but I had to have multiple surgeries. Without going into a lot of detail, the result was a medical malpractice lawsuit.

    Faced with a long ugly process, and little, if any reward, I felt God telling me to drop it, to trust Him, and to move on with my life.

    The moment I did, the floodgates of clarity, creativity and energy poured in.

    God put a new song in my heart and lit a fire in my soul.

    The morning after I let it go, while I was in prayer, I felt called to finish a big dream I'd had for years – write a faith and fitness devotional.

    With 20 years in the fitness industry, as a cover model, competitor and writer, I wanted to share how complete surrender of my appetite, fitness goals, and body image issues were the game changer. The difference Jesus made in my fitness was a lasting answer, and I've wanted to share for years. (to learn more about this, go here.) https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    So...I woke up every morning with a mind full of words and a heart full of purpose.

    The minute I put my fingers on the keyboard, the words poured out.

    Isaiah 61:3 sums up my experience perfectly, God gives us beauty for ashes…

    God takes our pain, trials and failures and makes something beautiful out of them.

    Just when it seems impossible or too much to bare, He makes a way and gives you a new start.

    If that sounds like you today, I pray you're reinvigorated with hope.

    Come take my free Strong. Confident. His. mini course, here.

    https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout

    I know you're going to find so much faith-filled value and inspiration from this episode.

    I'd love to hear from you.

    Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support and encourage more Christian women (just like you) to gain control over food, rely on God's strength and see themselves confidently through His eyes.

    Click here, or find me on apple podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate five stars, and select "Write a Review."

    Then make sure to tell me how this encouraged you today, and you're automatically entered into my Power Up Weekly Challenge!

    Also, if you haven't yet, subscribe to the podcast. I add devotional episodes each week, if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss them. Subscribe here on Apple Podcasts!

    When you do, I'll be picking one winner every week to do either a 10-minute coaching call, get a copy of my Best-selling Christian Fitness Book: Faith Inspired Transformation, a copy of my Faith Inspired Transformation Workout Series or some fun Christian swag.

    You're not alone on this journey!

    Together we are...

    Strong. Confident.His.

    Until next week...

    From my heart to yours, God bless!

    Kim

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Learn with me: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/free-resources

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    Strong. Confident. His. Free Mini Course: https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout

    12 min
  • 9. Strong. Confident. His. The Heart Behind the Mission

    Last year was a very hard year for me, I haven’t shared this publicly, but I had to have multiple surgeries. Without going into a lot of detail, the result was a medical malpractice lawsuit. 

    Faced with a long ugly process, and little, if any reward, I felt God telling me to drop it, to trust Him, and to move on with my life.

    The moment I did, the floodgates of clarity, creativity and energy poured in.

    God put a new song in my heart and lit a fire in my soul. 

    The morning after I let it go, while I was in prayer, I felt called to finish a big dream I’d had for years  – write a faith and fitness devotional.

    With 20 years in the fitness industry, as a cover model, competitor and writer, I wanted to share how complete surrender of my appetite, fitness goals, and body image issues were the game changer. The difference Jesus made in my fitness was a lasting answer, and I’ve wanted to share for years. (to learn more about this, go here.) https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit

    So...I woke up every morning with a mind full of words and a heart full of purpose.

    The minute I put my fingers on the keyboard, the words poured out.

    Isaiah 61:3 sums up my experience perfectly, God gives us beauty for ashes… 

    God takes our pain, trials and failures and makes something beautiful out of them.

    Just when it seems impossible or too much to bare, He makes a way and gives you a new start.

    If that sounds like you today, I pray you’re reinvigorated with hope.

    Come take my free Strong. Confident. His. mini course, here. 

    https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout 

    I know you’re going to find so much faith-filled value and inspiration from this episode.

    I’d love to hear from you.

    Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support and encourage more Christian women (just like you) to gain control over food, rely on God’s strength and see themselves confidently through His eyes.

    Click here, or find me on apple podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate five stars, and select “Write a Review.” 

    Then make sure to tell me how this encouraged you today, and you’re automatically entered into my Power Up Weekly Challenge!

    Also, if you haven’t yet, subscribe to the podcast. I add devotional episodes each week, if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you'll miss them. Subscribe here on Apple Podcasts!

    When you do, I’ll be picking one winner every week to do either a 10-minute coaching call, get a copy of my Best-selling Christian Fitness Book: Faith Inspired Transformation, a copy of my Faith Inspired Transformation Workout Series or some fun Christian swag. 

    You’re not alone on this journey!

    Together we are...

    Strong. Confident.His.

    Until next week...

    From my heart to yours, God bless!

    Kim

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Learn with me: https://www.kimdolanleto.com/free-resources

    https://www.kimdolanleto.com/fit 

    Strong. Confident. His. Free Mini Course: https://kim-dolan-leto.mykajabi.com/offers/rfNp3pwt/checkout 

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