This week on Thrive, I’m joined by my friend Kenny Blanco, a worship pastor at Calvary Church. We talk about his incredible transformation—both physically and spiritually—over the past few years. Kenny shares how he went from weighing 300 pounds and living undisciplined to challenging himself with yearly commitments like cutting out pizza, fries, and soda for an entire year.

But more than that, we dive into what really fueled his change: surrendering to God. Kenny introduces the idea of ‘sacred struggle’—embracing the difficulty of living a disciplined Christian life—and explains why true transformation isn’t about willpower, but about faith. We also get into his decision to leave social media, the power of fasting, and how physical and spiritual discipline go hand in hand.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-discipline or felt stuck in your own journey, this episode is for you.