Jesus died a slow and painful death on the cross to cover our sins. We can manage to move our body a little today. This is about stewardship and being healthfully equipped to do God's work. We glorify Him when we use the gifts He's given us to serve others, and that includes our body. 

Join me for a conversation that will encourage you with scripture and fire you up to steward your health well. Whether you're slouching on your New Year's resolution, feeling unmotivated this winter, or just generally in a slump with your fitness routine, this episode is for you! 

0:00 Introduction

1:30 Prayer

2:17 God has blessed you with breath in your lungs

10:56 God wants to use you

13:22 Don’t choose movement you dread

19:20 Origins of the name of this podcast

24:40 Are you keeping Jesus stuck in Sunday?

Scriptures referenced in this episode:

Genesis 2:7

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

1 Chronicles 29:12-14

1 Peter 4:10

1 Timothy 4:8-10

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Science is a beautiful thing. God created it. BUT in many circumstances we obsess over the science, at the expense of using our common sense to make decisions for the health of our families. Listening to eight podcasts, reading a book or two, and pulling all the research articles for any given health matter simply isn’t realistic for most of us. If you are a hobbyist data digger, like myself, then by all means go for it! But in most circumstances we need to lean more heavily into the discernment of the Holy Spirit and the reality of common sense.

When Jesus left His disciples to go be with the Father, He promised us the greatest helper of all… the Holy Spirit! May we recognize the power of knowledge that the Holy Spirit offers us and may we also lean into the gut instincts that God gave us as well.

In this episode we discuss finding the right approach to making health decisions for your family and we also dive into the recent red dye 3 ban. I share an overview of the reason for the recent ban and my thoughts on the matter.

0:00 Introduction
1:50 Prayer
2:34 The red 3 ban inspired this episode
4:33 What the FDA.gov site says about the ban
6:03 So why the red 3 ban from food now?
7:33 Is this ban significant?
13:18 Let the Holy Spirit lead
17:45 Leaning into common sense
19:19 Using science to our decision-making benefit

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
John 16:13
John 14:26
2 Corinthians 3:17

Links to other resources mentioned:
FDA.gov Description of Red 3 Ban
CSPI: Red 3 Ban
To Dye For Documentary website

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Want to feel like yourself again post c-section? Then this episode is for you! I'm sharing the 10 things that have been a game changer in getting back to feeling like myself, following my second c-section. I went into this recovery with the aim of doing some things differently than last time, specifically with my exercise and nutrition. I wanted to take better care of my pelvic floor from the start and I also wanted to avoid a 10 lb weight gain (hello voracious breastfeeding hunger) that I experienced postpartum, after the birth of my first child.

As a certified pre and postnatal trainer and nutrition coach, I pray that this episode brings you helpful tips and encouragement. Remember to both rest in the Lord and the gift of your sweet babe in this season, while taking the action steps you are called to for good stewardship of your body.

0:00 Introduction
1:56 Prayer
2:55 Wanting to get back to feeling like myself
4:25 Connection breath work + pelvic floor activation
8:46 Easing into exercise with walking + stretching
13:37 60 second cold showers daily
15:28 Scar desensitization/mobilization
16:41 Drinking enough water
17:56 Eating nourishing, whole foods
20:03 High protein, lots of micronutrients + limited grains
24:21 Consistency with supplementation
26:39 Spending time with God while nursing
29:57 Doing something life-giving

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
James 4:8

Links to other episodes mentioned:
Birth Story: When a 40-Hour Labor Leads to a 2nd C-Section
What One Year of Baking Sourdough Bread Has Taught Me

Links to other resources mentioned:
Helpful information on the pelvic floor

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It is so common that we set health and fitness goals (and financial, family, hobby, career goals) allll before setting any sort of faith goals. Don't give God your leftover goal energy this year. Prioritize your relationship with Jesus FIRST!

Join me for a study of the church of Laodicea in Revelation 3 to see how Jesus wants us to posture ourselves toward Him - He wants us to be on FIRE for relationship with Him! Step into a new way of setting goals this year, by starting with goals to pray more, be in the Word more, surround yourself with strong believers, and get on mission. And you may be shocked to find that setting faith goals first actually benefits your fitness and health goals as well. Because there is no better gym motivation than wanting to steward your body well so you can do the Lord's work!

0:00 Introduction
2:40 Prayer
3:33 Why you should prioritize faith goals first
5:20 Don’t be like the Church of Laodicea
13:04 Stay in touch with Jesus
17:50 Stop slacking on your bible reading
20:02 Surround yourself with strong believers
22:22 Get on mission
25:48 Faith goals benefit your health goals

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
Revelation 3:14-22
Proverbs 27:17

Links to other episodes mentioned:
The #1 Way to Ensure Success in the New Year as a Christian Woman

Links to other resources mentioned:
Spiritual Gifts Survey from Lifeway

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It's that time of year again! Reflecting and resetting for the year ahead can be an incredibly fruitful practice, but it can also be an opportunity to align ourself with the ideals (and idols) of the world. New Years resolutions are like the devil’s playground for distraction from God. Don't fall prey to setting a million goals for 2025 that don't align with God's plan for your life. Tune into this episode to learn the #1 way to ensure success this new year, as a Christian woman!

0:00 Introduction
4:10 Prayer
4:54 The #1 way to ensure success in the new year
6:37 Actively listen to God through quietude
8:03 Approach the Word for guidance
9:20 Pray without ceasing throughout the year
10:02 Assess your capacity for the year
12:42 Hold your goals open-handed
14:05 Is your house serving the Lord?
18:45 Key takeaway

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
Psalm 127:1
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Matthew 6:33
Proverbs 16:9
Joshua 24:15

Links to other resources mentioned:
The Bible Project - summary of the book of Joshua
2BeLikeChrist - Joshua 24 Bible Study

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God is good. And this season always has me reflecting on that for an even deeper reason - because I gave my life to Christ, after hearing the Christmas story, 10 years ago.

In this episode I share my testimony and the power of the Christmas story. A simple Christmas cookie decorating event, hosted at my college sorority, brought me from a self-centered life to a Christ-centered life. On a mission to succeed and impress the world, yet wrought with anxiety, I bawled my eyes out after hearing about the hope that Jesus offers us. I knew I needed Him.

Join me for my own story and lots of reflection on the scriptures that share the story of the birth of baby Jesus. Whether you have been walking with the Lord for many years, or are seeking answers to hard life questions, I pray that this conversation full of scripture is encouraging!

0:00 Introduction
4:02 Prayer
4:45 My testimony - where it all began in childhood
6:53 Living for myself in my college years
9:30 Called to coaching before even knowing God
11:53 Fearful of failing as an adult
13:38 The Christmas story brought me to Christ
14:40 People had been planting seeds for years
17:17 The Christmas story
23:25 The best decision you can ever make

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
Romans 8:28
Luke 1:26-38
Luke 2:4-12
Romans 3:23
John 14:6

Links to other episodes mentioned:
I Changed My Mind: Yoga

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Join me for a more personal episode, sharing the story of how my little boy came into the world. I went in with high hopes of having an unmedicated VBAC and ended up in my second c-section, following 40 hours of laboring and 53 hours without sleep. Things did not go as planned, to say the least.

Though this birth story is not what I expected to be sharing with you, God was so present amidst the wild ride of labor and delivery. I am prayerful that this story of surrender is encouraging to you, no matter what circumstances you may be facing in your life right now.  

0:00 Introduction
2:22 Prayer
2:54 Going into labor on my due date
15:23 My first hospital visit
19:12 Laboring through the second night
22:35 My decision to have a second c-section
28:21 Finding out why my labor wasn’t progressing
30:02 The importance of surrender

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
2 Corinthians 12:9

Links to other episodes mentioned:
My Birth Story: From Natural Birth to Planned C-Section

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Did you know that Canadian Froot Loops are colored with watermelon, carrot, and blueberry juice, turmeric, and other natural sources, while American Froot Loops contain Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1?? Kellogg's seems to have no issue filling American children with health-altering chemicals when they make the exact product with better ingredients for other countries. So is it time to vote differently with your dollar and improve the health of your family?

The Kellogg's boycott is a hot cultural conversation in the nutrition world right now, as tons of big-name influencers and activists are taking a stand against their use of BHT and artificial food dyes in kid-centric cereals. 

Join me for a conversation on where this all began, what to consider for your own family, some great alternatives (both whole food and cereal aisle options) if you want to ditch the Froot Loops, and some key considerations on how God fits into the picture of your food decisions. 

0:00 Introduction
3:30 Prayer
4:19 Background on the recent Kellogg’s protest
7:59 How Kellogg’s responded
9:49 The call to boycott Kellogg’s
10:51 The health concerns with BHT and food dyes
12:29 America has some of the most lenient FDA restrictions
14:48 Kellogg’s brands to boycott
15:44 Reasons to join the boycott
18:29 Alternatives to Kellogg’s breakfast cereal
22:04 How does God fit into your food decisions
26:10 Do you need to make some changes to your breakfast routine?

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
Genesis 1:29
Genesis 9:3

Links to show references:
Vani Hari's letter to Kellogg’s
Vani Hari's speech at Kellogg's on Oct 15th
Ingredient differences in Canadian vs. American Froot Loops
Image of Canadian vs. American Froot Loops
Kellogg's cereal brands to avoid if you want to join the boycott
Jason Karp IG post about voting with your dollar

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Do you struggle with constantly prioritizing your gym routine over time with God? Do you feel frustrated with God when your body has physical limitations, such as injury or pregnancy? (Ahem, speaking for myself here.)

It doesn't take a seasoned personal trainer to tell you that exercise is good for your health, nor a Biblical scholar to tell you that God calls us to take care of this Holy Spirit-filled temple, which is our body. But we certainly know that God calls us to serve Him as our #1 priority and that serving other idols (such as exercise of physical fitness) runs counter to His Word.

In today's episode we are discussing idolatry of exercise and how to break free from it, so God can reign and rule our lives, not the bondage of a strict gym routine. This one hits close to home right now, because I've been navigating a tough pregnancy that has humbled me physically. As a personal trainer of over 11 years and a pre/postnatal certified coach, this feels extra humbling to be the least physically fit I've been.

Tune into this episode for both my personal journey in this second pregnancy and 10 questions to determine if exercise is becoming an idol in your own life.

0:00 Introduction
4:18 Prayer
5:01 Recap of my second pregnancy
15:45 The Lord called out my exercise idolatry
17:15 What Paul has to teach us about idolatry
20:32 Does the Bible tell us how much to exercise?
22:18 How to know if your exercise routine is becoming idolatrous
23:00 10 questions to determine if exercise is becoming an idol in your life
25:24 If you feel conviction, it’s time to do something differently

Scriptures referenced in this episode:
Galatians 4:8-11
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Exodus 20:3

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Did you know that sourdough bread is better for your gut health, lower glycemic index, and easier to digest than regular bread? Not to mention that it's made with only 3 simple ingredients - flour, water, and salt.

I've officially been making sourdough bread for one year now (so I'm categorically still very much a newbie), but I quickly progressed from casual baker to making all our family's bread and baked goods using sourdough. In this episode I share about everything from the health benefits of sourdough to how I manage to make all our baked goods from scratch.

If you are interested in getting into sourdough this episode is full of resources and beginner tips. Or maybe you're simply curious about my love story with sourdough and this episode inspires you to make more food the way that God designed it, whether that's sourdough or not!

0:00 Introduction
3:30 Prayer
4:13 What is sourdough
6:33 Why I started making sourdough bread
9:12 Health benefits of sourdough
11:45 Making food from scratch
13:01 Sourdough is a fun creative outlet
14:54 How I fit sourdough into my life
17:12 Making all my family’s bread from scratch
18:43 Gifting sourdough bread
20:12 Getting started with sourdough
22:09 Consider sourcing sourdough locally
23:18 Encouragement to cook and bake from scratch

Other episodes referenced:
Food Additives: Those Ingredients You Can’t Pronounce, They Just Might Be Killing You
So How Bad Are Seed Oils? God Made Seeds, but Did He Intend for Us to Use Seed Oils?

Other resources mentioned:
Farmhouse on Boone YouTube
Hopewell Heights YouTube
King Arthur Flour blog
Little Spoon Farm blog
The Clever Carrot blog
The Pantry Mama blog

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