It’s easy to consume.
We scroll, listen, watch, and take in what others create. But if we’re not careful, consuming can keep us stuck.

Because real transformation happens when we start creating.

In this episode of The Christian Weight-Loss Podcast, we talk about why creating feels harder than consuming and why it’s the key to lasting change in your weight-loss journey.

You’ll learn:
✨ The difference between consuming (staying in learning mode) and creating (actually taking action).
✨ Why creating brings up self-doubt, discipline, and perseverance.
✨ How this applies to your health: planning meals, moving your body, and practicing self-control.
✨ How to shift from consumer to creator with God by your side.

Consuming might feel easier, but creation is where the transformation — and freedom — happens.

📖 Key Faith Anchor:
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.” – Ephesians 2:8-9

God is the Creator, and He made you in His image — which means you were made to create too.

🎧 Listen now to Stop Consuming, Start Creating and discover how to step out of “learning mode” and into real change.

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Do you notice how easy it is to “receive” fear, guilt, or lies from the enemy… yet how hard it can be to receive God’s love, favor, or peace?

In this episode, we’re talking about why that happens — and how to change it.

We’ll cover:
💗 Why we resist God’s gifts like grace, wisdom, and strength
💗 The lies that keep us in striving instead of receiving
💗 How to practically open your hands to what God wants to give you

📖 Faith Anchor: Ephesians 2:8-9. “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith — and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast.”

Everything God gives — salvation, wisdom, peace, strength — is a gift. You don’t have to earn it. You just need to receive it.

💗 Let’s connect:
Come hang out with me on Instagram & Facebook — I share encouragement, practical tools, and behind-the-scenes of living out these truths every day.
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Episode Summary:
Do you ever feel like God is disappointed in you because of your struggles with food, weight, or follow-through?

In this episode, you’ll learn:
💗 Why God can’t be disappointed in you
💗 The truth about His grace and mercy
💗 How to release guilt and walk in freedom

📖 Faith Anchor: Lamentations 3:22-23

🎯 Next Step:
Watch my free video series: Stop Over-Eating Today and learn how to invite God’s grace into your health journey.
👉 https://www.leandramcmullen.com/opt-in

Are you stuck in indecision about what or how to eat?
Afraid to commit to a food plan because it might be the wrong one? Or worried you’ll regret the choice?

In this episode of The Christian Weight-Loss Podcast, we’re talking about how making a decision takes courage — especially when you’re afraid of failure. You’ll learn how to break free from the fear of choosing “wrong,” how to stop carrying regret, and how to move forward with peace, wisdom, and faith.

Proverbs 16:3 — “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.”
➡️ God isn’t asking for a perfect decision — just a faithful one. When you commit your choice to Him, He does the establishing.

🔹 Why decisions feel scary:

Fear of making the wrong choice

Fear of regret

Fear of not following through

🔹 Why food decisions are especially hard:

So many plans, and we want to pick the “perfect” one

Fear of restriction, failure, or quitting again

We delay decisions and stay stuck

🔹 How to break free from regret:

Regret is optional — it's not the only story

You can always choose to learn, not spiral

God uses all experiences for your growth

🔹 Courage over perfection:

You don’t need to be 100% sure — you just need to start

Committing builds clarity

Following through builds confidence

🔹 When you choose a food plan:

Choose something sustainable

Try it for a set time

Don’t expect it to feel easy — expect to grow

Adjust if needed — without shame

🎥 Ready to take the next step?
Watch my free video series: Stop Over-Eating Today
You’ll learn how to make food decisions from peace, not pressure — and walk with God as your guide.

👉 https://www.leandramcmullen.com/opt-in

For many women, meal planning feels like punishment — something we have to do to stay “on track.”

But what if planning your food was actually a form of love, nourishment, and spiritual peace?

In this episode, we’re reframing the purpose of meal planning through a faith-filled lens. Whether you’re tired of all-or-nothing dieting or just want to feel better in your body, this conversation will help you see meal planning as a tool for freedom, not restriction.

Why meal planning is an act of self-love — not self-control

How planning can actually help you eat more to sustain your energy

How to choose foods that make you feel your best (without guessing)

What God’s Word says about planning and peace

How to build a rhythm of nourishment, not perfection

Proverbs 21:5 — “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.”
→ Planning with intention leads to peace, energy, and abundance — not burnout.

🔹 Meal planning is not about deprivation — it’s about care.
When you plan meals, you're preparing nourishment for your body, not punishment for your behavior.

🔹 You may need to eat more, not less.
Planning reveals where you're under-fueling — which helps reduce fatigue, cravings, and binges.

🔹 It helps you stay conscious and aligned.
When meals are planned, you make decisions ahead of time based on your goals — not in the moment based on emotions.

🔹 It’s a form of stewardship.
Planning your food is a small way to honor the body God entrusted to you — without striving or shame.

Want to take the next step?

🎥 Watch my FREE video series: Stop Over-Eating Today
You’ll learn how to plan meals from peace — and stop the cycle of on/off eating for good.

👉 https://www.leandramcmullen.com/opt-in

✨ If this episode encouraged you, leave a review or share it with a friend. Your journey matters — and you’re not doing it alone. 💗

In this episode of The Christian Weight-Loss Podcast, we’re clearing up the confusion around how to eat based on your goals — without falling into restriction, diet obsession, or all-or-nothing thinking.

Whether you want to stop food from controlling you, lose weight with insulin resistance, or support your body through strength training — this episode gives you a practical and faith-based framework to move forward with clarity and peace. 💗

How to plan meals with intention (even your favorite foods!)

A simple way to eat for weight loss & blood sugar balance

What to eat around workouts for strength and body composition

Why eating is a form of stewardship — not shame

The difference between eating for control vs. eating for calling

✨ Grab my FREE 4-part video series: “Stop Over-Eating for Good”
You’ll learn practical, biblical steps to renew your mind and create a lasting, God-honoring approach to food and self-control.
👉 https://www.leandramcmullen.com/opt-in

Let’s keep walking this out in truth and grace. 💫

*If you'd like to be part of a Christian community of women who are losing weight, click this link to request to join "The Christian Weight-loss Facebook Group"   

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*Find me on Facebook here:  https://www.facebook.com/leandra.mcmullen

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Most women try to lose weight by focusing on discipline — following a meal plan, managing cravings, and pushing through with willpower. That’s important... but it’s only Level 1.

In this episode, we’re talking about the 2 levels of losing weight and why you need both for lasting, Spirit-led change.
You'll learn how to pair practical obedience with rooted identity, so your habits are no longer driven by pressure, but by peace.

What Level 1 of weight loss looks like (and why it’s not enough)

How Level 2 — self-care + self-love — brings sustainable change

Why surface-level obedience without spiritual renewal leads to burnout

How to build habits that come from love, not guilt

A powerful faith anchor to reframe your mindset

Plan your meals ahead of time 🍽️

Follow through even when you don’t feel like it ✍️

Allow cravings and sit with the discomfort 💪

Train your mind that desire is not an emergency

Practice self-care that refreshes your soul 🧖‍♀️

Accept God’s grace, love, and mercy 💗

Speak to yourself with kindness and truth

Stop trying to earn peace — receive it instead

“We love because He first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
→ True transformation starts with receiving the love of God — not trying to “fix” yourself.

“You plan your meals like a woman who’s loved.
You follow through like someone already accepted.
You don’t earn peace — you let it lead the way.”

💛 Want to go deeper?
Join the Stop Over-Eating Class starting July 14th — a 12-week, faith-based coaching and Bible study program to help you break the cycle for good.

🎉 First 4 women to enroll receive my exclusive Christian Weight-Loss Planner!
👉 SIGN UP HERE

 If you want a 30 minute consultation, SIGN UP HERE

In this honest and hope-filled episode, I’m sharing my own story of working toward a 12-week body composition goal… and how I gained 3% body fat and lost 8 lbs of muscle instead. 😣

What do we do when we’re doing everything right… and the results don’t match the effort?

We process the disappointment, celebrate real progress, and keep going in faith.

Why it’s okay (and necessary) to grieve unmet goals

How to process disappointment without quitting

What to do when the numbers don’t reflect your growth

4 practical steps to keep moving forward

How faith helps you stay rooted when results don’t show up

Decide how long to feel bad — Set a time limit to honor the emotion without staying stuck in it

Celebrate your wins — Who are you becoming? What habits are sticking?

Use the data — Results may reveal where to tweak, not where to quit

Keep going — Progress is still happening, even when it’s not obvious

Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
👉 Your effort is never wasted in God’s eyes.

If you’re feeling stuck or discouraged, let’s talk.
Book a free 30-minute consult with me and get clear on your next faithful step.
📅 SCHEDULE HERE– You don’t have to do this alone. 💗

✨ Ready to stop overeating — for good?
If this episode spoke to your heart, and you’re tired of feeling frustrated with food and stuck in self-judgment…

🎉 Our next Stop Over-Eating class starts July 14th, and the waitlist is now open!

This is a 12-week, faith-based coaching experience to help you:
✅ Make peace with food
✅ Build consistency through Spirit-led self-discipline
✅ Learn how to follow your plan with grace
✅ Stop quitting and start renewing your mind

💌 Get on the waitlist now and be the first to know when doors open:
👉 GET ON WAITLIST HERE

Let this be the last time you start over.
It’s time to walk in freedom — with God at the center. 💗

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of frustration, guilt, and broken promises to yourself, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about what it looks like to pursue peace in your Christian weight-loss journey — not as something you earn when you “get it right,” but as the very path that leads to lasting change.

You’ll learn why being mad at yourself doesn’t create progress, how peace can actually guide your decisions, and how telling the truth to yourself builds self-trust and spiritual alignment. God invites you to stop punishing yourself and start walking in grace — right where you are.

What You’ll Learn:

Why self-criticism keeps you stuck in shame (not growth)

What the Bible says about pursuing peace, not just waiting for it

How peace with yourself reflects peace with God

What it means to tell yourself the truth and rebuild self-trust

How to take action from a place of peace, not pressure

Faith Anchor:
📖 1 Peter 3:11 – “They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it.”

Powerful Quote from Today’s Episode:

“Peace isn’t the reward — it’s the way.”

Reflection Questions:

Am I waiting for peace to come after I reach a goal?

In what areas of my journey am I avoiding the truth?

What would it look like to walk in peace today?

Challenge This Week:
Speak one truth to yourself in love.
Plan your next step in peace.
Remind yourself: You’re not behind — you’re becoming.

✨ Grab my FREE 4-part video series: “Stop Over-Eating for Good”
You’ll learn practical, biblical steps to renew your mind and create a lasting, God-honoring approach to food and self-control.
👉 https://www.leandramcmullen.com/opt-in

Let’s keep walking this out in truth and grace. 💫

*If you'd like to be part of a Christian community of women who are losing weight, click this link to request to join "The Christian Weight-loss Facebook Group"   

https://www.facebook.com/groups/486364925426436

*Find me on Facebook here:  https://www.facebook.com/leandra.mcmullen

*Find me on Instagram here:  https://www.instagram.com/leandra.mcmullen/

Strength Your Body Was Designed For 

You don’t have to be a gym rat to be strong. In this episode, we’re talking about how weight training builds your metabolism, confidence, and spiritual resilience — and why strength training is one of the most powerful ways to honor the body God gave you.

💡 Inside this episode:

🛠 Challenge Connection: In Week 3, we begin simple strength training — guided, doable, and rooted in God’s strength. Join challenge here