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🌟 Step 7: We Humbly Turn to God 🌟 One of the biggest mistakes many of us make is believing we can overcome overeating through sheer willpower. We promise ourselves we'll do better tomorrow. We'll be stronger next time. We'll finally get it right. But recovery isn't about becoming strong enough on our own. Step 7 reminds us that we cannot overcome sin and temptation on our own. We need God's help. Whether our struggle is overeating, emotional eating, dishonesty, pride, fear,

Sometimes overeating costs us more than our health. Years ago, our church was putting together a church directory and families were invited to have professional photos taken. We had ours done, and the photographer did a good job. But when I saw the pictures, all I could see was my weight. At the time, I was nearly 100 pounds overweight. I hated how my face looked in the photos. The photographer kindly offered to adjust the lighting, but there was no changing the fact that I w

When life hurts, food can start looking like a solution. Not because you're weak. Not because you don't know better. But because food is quick, familiar, and always available. The problem is that food can distract us from pain for a few minutes, but it can't heal it. God can. If you're going through a difficult season right now, don't carry it alone. Talk to God. Talk to someone you trust. Stay connected. Isolation and overeating often grow together. Healing usually begins wh

Step 6 isn't about becoming perfect. It's about becoming willing. Many of us can see the behaviors that keep us stuck—turning to food for comfort, holding onto resentment, making excuses, or trying to control everything ourselves. The challenge isn't always recognizing the problem. The challenge is becoming willing to let God change us. Sometimes we want freedom from the consequences, but we're not quite ready to surrender the habit itself. Step 6 invites us to open our hands

Be blessed and joyful this weekend. Remember: food is important for good health, but it's not the main event. Enjoy the people, family, conversations, laughter, worship, rest, and simple moments God gives you. Basically, the point is… there is so much more to enjoy in life than food. Have a wonderful weekend! ❤️ #christianweightloss #overeatingrecovery #foodfreedom #faithandhealth #12steps #reshapeandrecover

Food is not the main event.

Weekends can feel challenging when you’re trying to stay on track with your eating. The routines change, temptations show up, and it’s easy to think, “I’ll just start over Monday.” But freedom often starts with a simple plan. One thing that has helped me so much is planning ahead: ✅ 3 meals a day ✅ Nothing in between ✅ Keeping it simple instead of constantly negotiating with myself around food Structure may sound restrictive at first, but honestly, it can bring so much peace

If you’ve ever felt like your eating is out of control… like no matter how hard you try, you keep going back to the same patterns… you’re not alone. Step 2 is where things begin to shift. It’s where we stop relying only on ourselves—and start believing that God can actually help us. From my book 12 Steps to Recovery from Overeating: “As Christians, we already have a faith in the God of the Bible, but do you believe that he can help us recover from the disorder of compulsive o

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

Going on vacation doesn’t have to mean everything falls apart with your eating. This is a picture Tony and I took on our way to a short trip in Cottonwood, Arizona, and we’re having such a good time already. (And yes… I borrowed his hat because the wind was not cooperating with my hair 😊) But here’s what’s different: We came with a plan. Not a restrictive plan. Not a stressful plan. Just a simple, intentional one. We brought some healthy food with us. We’re choosing wisely a

“Let us not give up meeting together… but encourage one another.”— Hebrews 10:25 Before I found recovery, I thought my struggle with food was something I had to handle on my own. Then I found Overeaters Anonymous — and once I did, I rarely skipped a meeting. Being with others who understood made a real difference. But over time, I realized I also needed a place where I could talk openly about my faith in Jesus — not just my eating struggles. Hebrews 10:25 reminds us not to gi

Most people think recovery is just about “trying harder.” But if you’ve struggled with overeating long enough, you already know: Willpower runs out. Motivation fades. Cravings get loud. That’s why Step 11 matters so much. Because Step 11 isn’t about food first — it’s about connection first. When we build a daily habit of time with God (in His Word + prayer), we’re not just “being spiritual.” We’re re-centering our entire day around truth. And something powerful happens when w

If You Messed Up This Week, Read This Before You Quit If you’re ending this week thinking… “I blew it again.” “I had a good streak, and then I messed up.” “I’m back at square one.” I used to get so discouraged after a slip and give up thinking I failed again. Please hear this: You are not a failure. And you don’t have to quit. Shame loves the moment you want to quit — when those thoughts start saying: “You’ll never change.” “You’re too weak.” “God must be disappointed in you.

For so many years, I struggled alone with my overeating. I thought it was up to me to eat in moderation. Maybe you’ve felt that too — the loneliness, the shame, the feeling that if people really knew you, they might pull away. But Step Five changes that. Step Five invites us to stop hiding and let God — and one trusted person — into the places we’d rather keep covered. It’s the moment we admit “the exact nature of our wrongs” to God, to ourselves, and to another human being.

When I first worked Step Four, I was dreading all the extra work it would take to look at my resentments and fears. Plus, I didn’t think I had that many or that they really affected me much. As I worked through them though, with the help of a Fourth Step class and support group, I saw how much they affected my behavior and attitude. But this step isn’t about shame — it’s about healing. It’s about bringing things into the light so God can transform them. In my book 12 Ste

Perhaps you are like I was… I believed in God. I trusted Him with the “big” things — my family, my health, my salvation, my future. But my struggle with overeating? I never prayed about that. It felt too small… too personal… too embarrassing… just not important enough to bother God with. I felt like He had bigger, more urgent prayers to answer. But here’s what I learned: God is so much bigger and loves us so much more than we could ever imagine! ♦ Scripture tells us that He r

What does a daily 10th Step actually look like? In this video, I walk through a simple, Christian approach to the 10th Step that helps you stay grounded, honest, and connected to God each day. I’ll share: • The evening questions I ask myself • How I use the Fruits of the Spirit • Why a morning routine reduces anxiety and overeating • How the SOAP method helps with devotional time If you’re in recovery and want a simple daily structure, this will help. 👉 Watch the video to se

When I first came to Overeaters Anonymous, I thought Step One was just about admitting I had a problem with food. But it’s more than that. True recovery begins when we recognize that this isn’t just a lack of willpower — it’s an addiction. For me, that addiction was to sugar and junk food. Until I believed that, I kept thinking I could manage it or “just eat a little.” I floundered for over two years before hearing Bill W’s story from Alcoholics Anonymous. As I listened, I re

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Your path to recovery from overeating starts here... So many people battling compulsive eating try diets, quick fixes, or willpower...