In this powerful episode of Healthy for My Purpose, we sit down with the radiant and unstoppable Alicia Lyles a woman of God, business owner, and now, purpose-driven athlete. Alicia shares her deeply personal health journey, from family tragedy and generational illness to hearing God’s call to get healthy or risk never fulfilling her divine assignment. What began as a simple yes to join a bootcamp turned into a full-body, full-spirit transformation that’s now taking her across the country, literally with a calling to walk or run in all 50 states while spreading God’s love. With humor, vulnerability, and unshakable faith, Alicia talks about how she went from barely moving to running races, launching a global notary business, helping her daughter find purpose, and redefining what it means to be “healthy for your purpose.” If you’ve ever doubted your ability to start or start again this conversation will stir your soul and show you what’s possible when you align your spirit, soul, and body with God’s will. Connect with Alicia: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Aliciasmlns About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith. Music Credit: Bliss by Luke Bergs / bergscloud Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9 Music promoted by Audio Library • Bliss – Luke Bergs (No Copyright Music)

Have we become the walking dead in the Church?

In this eye-opening 30-minute episode, Sersie Blue pulls back the veil on a quiet epidemic. Many Christians are walking in spiritual truth, but physically asleep. The culprit? Toxic food!  It’s leaving us with high blood pressure, obesity, mental fog, and chronic fatigue, even as we lift our hands in worship and cry out for revival.

Sersie shares her wake-up call from living with high blood pressure and mental fog to experiencing healing and clarity through the Daniel Fast. She reveals how what’s on our plate may be keeping us from fully stepping into our purpose.

This isn't just about eating better; this is about being set free. Because the Holy Spirit doesn’t just want to renew your spirit, He wants to resurrect your energy, your clarity, and your health. It's time to stop living like zombies and rise into vibrant, obedient, Spirit-led living.

Romans 12:2
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind..."

• How processed food creates a “zombie-like” state, spiritually foggy, physically drained

• Why our health struggles are not just physical but deeply spiritual

• Sersie’s personal story of breaking free from the food coma through the Daniel Fast

• How the Holy Spirit partners with us to break strongholds, even in our eating habits

• Why changing what you eat is a radical act of worship and warfare

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This episode is sponsored by the FREE Weight Loss Masterclass. Sign up today! https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/weight-loss-masterclass-opt-in-podcast  Get healthy plant-based recipes here: https://danielsplate.com/ In this inspiring episode of Healthy for My Purpose, author, artist, and coach Deborah Gall shares her powerful journey of breaking free from self-limiting beliefs to fully embrace her God-given identity and purpose. Drawing from her book Created for So Much More: Soaring with God, Deborah discusses how aligning your identity with your divine calling leads to a life of joy, impact, and peace—even amid life's storms. She dives deep into the spiritual significance of art, the importance of stewarding your health, and how listening to God’s voice helps you discern your season. From battling burnout to boldly transitioning into a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, Deborah’s testimony is a reminder that transformation begins when we choose obedience, take responsibility, and co-labor with the Creator. Books (Amazon affiliate links) Created For So Much More: https://amzn.to/45G5usi The Artist's Way: https://amzn.to/4l46ew2 Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art: https://amzn.to/3GjCsV0 About Deborah Gall In the four decades since beginning a career, Deborah Gall has gained expertise in business, teaching, speaking, coaching, creating visual art, and writing. Ms. Gall is dedicated to helping others find their way to their God-given identity and purpose. Ms. Gall is a four time published author, an experienced speaker, a professional visual artist, and a spiritual life coach. Her life-changing book—Created For So Much More—was published in 2017. It has been cherished by readers across the globe. Her most recent book, A Guided Journal to Soaring With God, was published in June 2021. Deborah is committed to sharing the unconditional love of God through the spoken and written word. Deborah’s paintings also reflect her belief in and experience of the freedom available through Christ. Email: [email protected] Website: www.deborahgall.com Newsletter sign up with pop-up page: where I announce classes, live workshops, conferences, etc. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deborahgallart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deborahgallart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deborahgall3115 Products Created For So Much More book Guided Journal to Soaring With God book Online study of Created For So Much More Monthly class: Created For So Much More Health Newsletter: Weekly inspirational devotional, monthly Created For So Much More About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith. Music Credit: Bliss by Luke Bergs / bergscloud Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9 Music promoted by Audio Library • Bliss – Luke Bergs (No Copyright Music)

This episode is sponsored by the FREE Weight Loss Masterclass. Sign up today! https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/weight-loss-masterclass-opt-in-podcast  Get healthy plant-based recipes here: https://danielsplate.com/ Health isn’t just about willpower—it’s about rhythms. In this episode, we’ll explore how to build daily routines that align with your faith, your purpose, and your health goals. Instead of chasing perfection or rigid schedules, you’ll learn to create rhythms of grace that support consistency without burnout. When your routine is rooted in God's guidance, it becomes a lifestyle, not a temporary fix. In this episode, you will learn: 1. The difference between routines and rigid rules 2. Why God loves order (1 Corinthians 14:33) and how structure supports peace 3. How small habits lead to significant breakthroughs in your health 4. Identifying the "anchors" in your day, morning, mid-day, and evening habits that reset and realign you 5. Overcoming all-or-nothing thinking and embracing consistency over perfection 6. Tips for designing a routine that works with your lifestyle, family, and faith commitments Scriptures: Proverbs 21:5 – “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance...” Lamentations 3:22-23 – “His mercies are new every morning…” (a reminder to reset daily) 1 Corinthians 14:40 – “Let all things be done decently and in order.” About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate, and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith.

This episode is sponsored by the FREE Weight Loss Masterclass. Sign up today! https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/weight-loss-masterclass-opt-in-podcast Get healthy plant-based recipes here: https://danielsplate.com/ In this episode of the Healthy for My Purpose podcast, we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Althea Joseph, PhD—registered dietitian nutritionist and professor at Oakwood University—to explore the intersection of Black women, faith, and weight loss. Dr. Joseph shares her research on how religious environments, cultural norms, body image, emotional eating, and systemic challenges influence health outcomes among Black women. From hair politics and BMI myths to generational health patterns and the role of the church, this conversation offers eye-opening insights, practical advice, and a call to reclaim our health through faith, knowledge, and community. Whether you're navigating your own health journey or supporting others, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Key Quotes:  “We’re not represented well in the literature—and that needs to change.”  “You don’t have to throw out your culture to be healthy—just tweak it.”  “Being healthy is a spiritual practice.”  “Love yourself. Be confident. And take one step at a time.” About Dr. Joseph: Dr. Althea Joseph is a native of southern Michigan. She earned a Master of Science in Human Nutrition and a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Her Doctoral degree is in Integrative and Functional Nutrition from Saybrook University. Her dissertation focused on the relationship between religious activities and obesity in Black women living in Huntsville, Alabama. With nearly 20 years of experience, Dr. Joseph is a practicing Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Her professional background includes community nutrition and food systems, and she has served as a corporate dietitian for a chain of psychiatric hospitals in Arizona, Indiana, and Texas. She provides medical nutrition therapy for patients with various health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, malnutrition, and renal disease. Dr. Joseph's research interests center on the factors that influence food preferences, eating behaviors, and dietary patterns among African Americans. She remains active in professional organizations, having served as a nominating committee member for the National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition (NOBIDAN), a member interest group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Additionally, she has been featured in the magazine Michiana Life. Beyond her professional commitments, Dr. Joseph is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their optimal nutritional needs by educating them about mindful eating and supporting sustainable health goals. About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith. Music Credit Bliss by Luke Bergs / bergscloud Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9 Music promoted by Audio Library • Bliss – Luke Bergs (No Copyright Music)

The FREE Weight Loss Masterclass sponsors this episode. Sign up today! https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/weight-loss-masterclass-opt-in-podcast  Get healthy plant-based recipes here: https://danielsplate.com/ In this heartfelt episode, we reconnect with Shane Martin from Shane & Simple—a beloved voice in the plant-based community. Shane opens up about his unexpected journey to becoming a two-time vegan cookbook author, including how he learned to bake artisan bread from scratch and even bought a bread machine to write his second book! But this conversation goes way beyond bread. We dive deep into how Shane’s faith, purpose, and family inspired his transformation from 300 pounds and diabetic to thriving and vibrant. We also explore how toxic food culture has become Satan’s secret weapon in the church, the power of the Daniel Fast as a bridge to plant-based living, and why being a quiet vegan does a disservice to those who need hope and healing. You’ll laugh, reflect, and leave feeling more empowered than ever to walk in health with purpose. In This Episode with Shane Martin, We Discuss:  Shane’s unexpected opportunity to write two vegan bread cookbooks with a traditional publisher  The process of developing and photographing 70+ bread recipes—many of them oil-free or easily adaptable  Why he said yes to a vegan cookbook that wasn’t fully whole food, plant-based—and what he learned along the way  How faith and biblical responsibility as a husband and father inspired his health journey  The dangers of “acceptable sins” in the church, like gluttony and toxic food culture  The importance of meeting people where they are—yes, even with vegan cheese  How the Daniel Fast can be a powerful, culturally relevant entry point for Christians to explore plant-based eating  The psychology of food addiction, trauma, and why “moderation” doesn’t always work  Why more plant-based Christians need to speak up (without being weird or preachy)  Stories of God moments, life change, and Shane’s most meaningful reader experiences Links Mentioned in This Episode: Shane's Website: https://shaneandsimple.com/ Shane’s Cookbooks: The Plant-Based Bread Bible: https://amzn.to/4hWLBj6 (#ad) Vegan Bread Machine Cookbook: https://amzn.to/3FUKBPa (#ad) Previous Episodes with Shane: https://youtu.be/oLJ3j1R_yT0 https://youtube.com/live/0CvyPzS3Lf0 https://youtube.com/live/xDZDNKzMyiI Forks Over Knives Documentary https://www.forksoverknives.com/the-film/ Engine 2 Diet Book: https://amzn.to/3YdYn5C (#ad) Connect with Shane:  Shane & Simple: https://shaneandsimple.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneandsimplecooking/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shaneandsimplecooking 

About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith. Music Credit: Bliss by Luke Bergs / bergscloud Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9 Music promoted by Audio Library • Bliss – Luke Bergs (No Copyright Music)

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What if the key to healing wasn’t in a prescription bottle but on your plate and inviting God into your health journey? In this powerful episode of Healthy For My Purpose, we sit down with Genesha Rounds, a woman who defied the odds by reversing her autoimmune disease, losing over 100 pounds, and transforming her health— all through her faith in God and a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. But her journey wasn’t easy. Facing resistance from family and friends, she had to stand firm in her faith and fight for her wellness. Tune in as she shares her inspiring story, the struggles she overcame, and the life-changing lessons she learned along the way. If you’ve ever doubted the power of food as medicine, this episode will change everything. Don’t miss it!  

Connect with Genesha on Social: FB: Genesha Rounds & FB Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/geneshaleshay IG: https://www.instagram.com/blissful_soul_kitchen/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blissfulsoulkitchen  To inquire about food orders text her at 816-659-2667.

About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith.

Music Credit: Bliss by Luke Bergs / bergscloud Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/33DJFs9 Music promoted by Audio Library • Bliss – Luke Bergs (No Copyright Music)

This episode is sponsored by the FREE weight loss masterclass: https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/weight-loss-masterclass-opt-in-podcast.

 In this episode of the Healthy For My Purpose Podcast, you'll discover:

1. How plant-based foods align with God’s original design for nourishment

2. Scriptural support for eating foods that heal

3. Science backing the power of whole plant foods to restore the body

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 About Sersie & Gigi Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv in Counseling). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith.

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 https://www.healthyformypurpose.com/weight-loss-masterclass-opt-in-podcast IIn this Healthy for My Purpose episode, Sersie dives deep into the power of a made-up mind when committing to your health journey. Transformation starts with renewing your mind (Romans 12:2) and shifting your thoughts about yourself and your ability to get healthy. Sersie uses the story of the Woman with the Issue of Blood to illustrate how faith, persistence, and pushing past obstacles lead to breakthroughs.

If you’ve struggled with weight, health conditions, or consistency in your journey, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and commit. You’ll learn practical steps to align your mindset with God’s truth, take faith-based action, and invite Jesus into your journey for lasting change.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

•  Why renewing your mind is the foundation for lasting health transformation (Romans 12:2).
• The importance of faith in action—why belief alone isn’t enough.
•  Why being sick and tired of being sick and tired can be the push you need to commit.
•  How touching Jesus in your health journey invites divine strength into your struggle.
• The power of shedding unhealthy identities like “I am overweight” or “I am diabetic” to step into healing.
• How the Woman with the issue of blood overcame fear and past failures to renew her faith and try again. 

About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate, and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith.

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In this powerful Healthy for My Purpose episode, Sersie and Gigi dive deep into the emotional and spiritual ties that keep us stuck in unhealthy eating patterns. Many Christian women struggle with cravings, emotional eating, and self-sabotage—but these struggles often go beyond willpower. They are food strongholds—barriers that keep us from experiencing freedom in our health. Through personal insights and biblical wisdom, they unpack: -How to recognize the deeper roots of unhealthy eating habits -The connection between food, emotions, and spiritual battles -Practical strategies to break free from cravings and self-sabotage -How surrendering your health journey to God leads to lasting transformation If you've ever felt like food has more control over you than you'd like, this episode will equip you with the tools to break free. Get ready to release what’s holding you back and step into a healthier, more abundant life—one meal at a time! About Sersie & Gigi The Healthy for My Purpose Podcast is designed to inspire you to reclaim your health and invite God into your health journey. This podcast will help you connect being healthy to your divine purpose. You will walk away seeing your health as a spiritual practice. Sersie Blue is a faith-based health coach and seminary graduate (MDiv). Gigi Carter is a Certified Nutritionist (MS), Diplomate, and Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. These ladies are passionate about sharing the power of plant-based nutrition and faith.