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The real struggle that leads to overeating often comes down to moments like this: “I’ll just have one bite.” It seems small. Harmless, even. But for many of us, that one bite is what starts the cycle all over again. I had to learn this the hard way. For a long time, I thought I just needed more willpower. If I could just try harder, I could handle it. But that never worked for me. What finally brought freedom was a shift in perspective: 👉 Some foods aren’t neutral for me. Ju

When I think about how much money I wasted on fast food… and the times I ended up at the doctor because of my health… I’m so grateful for my 90-pound weight loss—and the health that has followed. Basically, the point is… this isn’t just about weight. The 12 Steps can change everything—physically, mentally, and even financially. 👉 If you’re stuck in this cycle, you don’t have to stay there. There is a way out.

Most people already know how to eat healthy. That’s not usually the problem. The struggle is what happens in the moment—when you’re not even hungry… but still want to eat. I’ve been there too. That’s why I created a simple, Christ-centered 4-week class where I walk you through the 12 Steps and help you break that cycle—with structure and support. If you’ve been trying to manage this on your own, you don’t have to. In my 4-week class, A Path to Freedom from Overeating , I walk

“Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:4-5 In these verses, Jesus teaches that we need to walk in all the ways He taught us throughout His life, as written in the Holy Scriptures. We can’t do this without Him and His Spirit

Your stories of victory over struggles with food are healing to others and beneficial for your own long-term recovery and maintenance. By the time we get to Step 12, we’ve likely had some healing and success already. Even if we feel like our story isn’t good enough, we can share our successes – big or small – with others. "Telling your story is about you, not them. Even this can be tricky with a person who is very defensive. It may be better to wait for them to ask you about

You’ve been eating well. You’re staying on plan. But the scale won’t budge — and frustration is creeping in. Before you blame your willpower, consider this: What if it’s not your food… but your stress? When we live in constant go-mode, our cortisol levels rise — leading to cravings, fat storage (especially around the belly), poor sleep, and emotional eating. But God didn’t create us to live in survival mode. He created us for peace. ⏸️ Peace that restores. 📖 Peace that guard

What if the real issue isn’t the big decisions you make with food… but the small ones? Most people already know what they should eat. We know a piece of fruit is better than a candy bar. So why is it still so hard to stay consistent? Because the struggle usually isn’t knowledge. It’s that moment of temptation when we think: “Just one bite won’t hurt.” But for many of us, one bite doesn’t stay one bite. It turns into another… and another… And before long, we’re back in the sam

I remember being at summer camp as a teenager. We had just finished dinner and dessert—pie. Then another camper came around with an extra piece. No one else wanted it… but I did. So I took it—and ate the second piece. A few minutes later, everyone at the table started laughing. My heart sank. I was sure they were laughing at me. Because I took the extra pie. Because of my weight. It turns out it was a prank. (Ex-Lax in the pie, but thankfully, I wasn’t affected.) But that did

Most people I talk to don’t need more information about how to eat healthy. They already know. They know a piece of fruit is better than a candy bar. They know they should probably eat more protein and fewer processed foods. They’ve tried diets, plans, and programs. And sometimes… it even works for a while. But then something happens. The motivation fades. The stress hits. Old habits come back. And before long, they find themselves right back in the same cycle. If that’s you,

“If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love.” John 15:10 (ESV) Jesus connects obedience with abiding in God's love. He isn’t saying we earn His love by doing the right things. Instead, obedience keeps us close to Him. When we follow His guidance, we remain in the place where His love, peace, and wisdom shape our lives. Jesus also reminds us that He lived the same way with the Father—walking in obe

I used to think Step 11 meant I needed a long, quiet time with God every day… or I wasn’t doing it right. And honestly, that just made me feel like I was failing. But what I’ve learned is this: For me, Step 11 looks like short prayers throughout the day. Not long, perfect prayers. Just simple, honest ones in the moment. “God, help me right now.” “Lord, give me wisdom.” “Please take this craving.” And those small prayers? They do more than I expected. They keep my mind on God…

Maybe you are like me. You have a good idea what is healthy and what isn’t. We know a piece of fruit is better than a candy bar. And yet for years, I reached for the candy. I wondered what was wrong with me. I pretty much knew it was an addiction, but to say I was an addict was something I was not ready to do. I went to my first Overeaters Anonymous meeting in March 2005, and it took me a year to go back. I wasn’t ready. But after seeing that meeting and living life on my own

If you’ve been stuck in the same cycle with your eating… you’re not alone. For many people, the struggle isn’t knowing what to do—it’s staying consistent. I lived there for years—starting over, trying harder, and ending up in the same place. What finally changed wasn’t more willpower. It was learning a different way—one that included structure, support, and relying on God instead of myself. Basically, the point is… if willpower alone hasn’t worked, it may not be the right too

Most people think their problem is just food. But it usually isn’t. You can know how to eat healthy… You can even do really well for a few days or weeks… And then something happens. Stress. Emotions. A long day. Feeling tired or overwhelmed. And suddenly, you’re right back in the same pattern. That’s not because you don’t have enough willpower. It’s because this goes deeper than food. I struggled with this too and for me, I had to learn: • How to pause instead of react • How

Have you ever felt like you’re trying to do better… but keep falling back into the same patterns? That can be discouraging. But Hosea 6:3 gives us a different focus: “Let us know; let us press on to know the Lord; his going out is sure as the dawn; he will come to us as the showers, as the spring rains that water the earth.” (ESV) Basically, the point is… keep going—but not just to fix yourself. Keep going to know the Lord. It’s easy to make our focus: Trying harder Doing bet

He is not here; He has risen, just as He said. — Matthew 28:6 I love that part… “just as He said.” Jesus didn’t just die on the cross— He rose again, just as He promised. The resurrection is proof that God is trustworthy, God is true, and He does what He says He will do. Because of that, we can trust Him— when He says He loves us, when He says He cares for us, and when He says He is working all things together for our good. Whatever you’re facing today… He is faithful. Just a

Doing a daily 10th Step is so important. It’s like doing mini 4-9 step work. We look at our day and do a quick 4th step inventory. Are we holding resentments? Do we need to confess something to our loving God and a trusted friend? What defects of character showed today, and can we ask God to take those away? Do we owe an amends – an apology that promises restoration? This work is what we do daily to stay emotionally and spiritually healthy. This is the work that leads us away

Today is Good Friday. The day we remember that Jesus willingly went to the cross… and chose death so that we could truly live. He didn’t wait for us to fix ourselves first. He didn’t ask us to try harder. He met us in our brokenness. “For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.” —Romans 5:6 For so many years, I thought I needed to “get it together” first— to fix my eating, my habits, my life. But that’s not the message of the cross. The cross

It’s hard to make wise decisions when emotions are running high. In those moments, many of us turn to food for comfort—but what if there was another way? In this video, I share a simple but powerful practice: ➡️ Pause ➡️ Pray ➡️ Let your “wise mind” take over When you take a moment to step back, process what you’re feeling, and bring it to God, you create space to respond differently instead of reacting out of emotion. Basically, the point is… You don’t have to act on every f

Most of my adult life, I struggled with overeating and weight gain. For a long time, I couldn’t understand why I couldn’t fix it. I remember being around 24, trying desperately to lose the weight after having my first child. I had gained 55 pounds—and a year later, I still couldn’t lose it. I was broke, had a young family, and felt pretty discouraged. When my mom offered to pay for a program, I jumped at the chance. And it worked… for a while. But here’s what I was really doi