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Conquer your food cravings with strength and faith, armed with determination and the Armor of God. Food cravings can feel like a real battle — sudden, intense, and overwhelming. And if you struggle with binge foods, you know how quickly one small compromise can snowball into something much bigger. That’s why having a clear plan matters. It’s not just willpower… it’s preparation. For me, avoiding my binge foods entirely is one way I “put on the armor.” I know which ingredient

Romans 15:5–6 (NIV) “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” I love these verses because they remind us that God doesn’t just help us endure — He helps us encourage one another along the way. Recovery was never meant to be a solo journey. God gives us the strength to keep going, and He shapes ou

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.

God Meets You in the Pause Have you ever caught yourself reaching for food before you even know what you’re feeling? I lived like that for years. Stress → food. Loneliness → food. Tired → food. Even happy moments sometimes sent me straight to the kitchen. One of the biggest shifts in my recovery came when I learned to pause — just asking myself “can you wait 15 minutes?” really helped. Adding to that a prayer and reaching out to a friend could dispel the urge. What if the nex

We’ve all been there. You overeat, feel miserable, and immediately start beating yourself up. The guilt. The shame. The “Why did I do that again?” frustration. But here’s the truth I had to learn on my own recovery journey: Beating yourself up never helps. It keeps you stuck. Instead, the best thing you can do after overeating is pause, take a breath, and move forward with a simple plan. In this short video, I walk you through what to do right after a slip so you can reverse

If you’re hungry and looking for a snack that won’t lead to overeating, this simple combination might become one of your new favorites. Many people find rice cakes to be bland, but when you add a tablespoon of sunflower butter, they become a filling, satisfying option for anyone trying to avoid binge triggers. Sunflower butter provides healthy fats (and some protein) that help slow the absorption of the carbs  in the rice cake. This can reduce blood-sugar spikes and help you

🎧 New Podcast Episode Now Available Have you ever seen someone lose a lot of weight… only to gain it all back again? Or maybe you’ve lived through that painful cycle yourself. It’s heartbreaking — and it happens more often than people realize. Jesus actually warned us about this in Luke 11. When the “house” gets cleaned but stays empty, the old temptations return stronger than before. That’s exactly what happens in overeating recovery when we don’t stay spiritually filled. I

If you’re struggling right now, please hear me: don’t quit. Don’t decide it’s “too late” or “too hard.” Keep trying. With God’s help, you absolutely can rise again. When I first joined Overeaters Anonymous, I struggled to find abstinence. I wanted recovery… but I also wanted to eat. I’d do well for a little while, then slip. I kept promising myself I’d “start again tomorrow,” and then I’d fall into the same patterns. It was frustrating, discouraging, and honestly, embarrassin

Psalm 150:1–2 (ESV) “Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens! Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness!” When we remember who God is and what He’s done, praise becomes the natural response. His power is beyond what we can imagine — and that means we can trust Him fully. With our worries, our decisions, our relationships… even with our food. Prayer: Dear Lord, we thank You and praise You for all the

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

If you’re carrying shame or guilt today, I want you to hear this clearly: you don’t have to.   One of the most beautiful truths of the gospel is that we are completely forgiven — of all  things. Not partly forgiven. Not forgiven “as long as we never mess up again.” Not forgiven only if we earn it.   Forgiven fully , because of God’s love and Jesus’ sacrifice.   For so many years, I lived with guilt that said, “You should be doing better. You should know better. You keep faili

If Thanksgiving week feels heavy for you, I get it — I lived that way for years. Today I’m simply grateful for how far I’ve come — from years of overeating and obsessing about food… to living in freedom and maintaining a healthy weight. Without God’s help, the 12 Steps, and a supportive group of friends, I never would have made it. As we head into Thanksgiving week, my heart is overflowing with something I never want to take for granted: I’m grateful to be free. For many of u

Ever have one of those days when you skip time with God… and everything feels harder? The stress hits fast. The cravings flare up. And suddenly you’re running on your own strength again. In this week’s Reshape and Recover Podcast , Tony and I talk about why Step 11 — prayer and meditation — isn’t just a “nice idea.” It’s the fuel for recovery from overeating. For years, I thought I was too busy for a morning quiet time. Work, kids, responsibilities… you’ve been there too. But

Thanksgiving is meant to be a day of gratitude and connection… but for many of us, it also brings pressure, anxiety, and fear of overeating. You want to enjoy your family. You want to focus on gratitude. But your mind keeps drifting back to the food — again and again. If that’s you, you’re not alone. Many Christians who love the Lord still struggle in this area, especially during the holidays. When I was younger, I thought about the food a lot — and I ate whatever I wanted. I

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances;  for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”  1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (ESV) This passage is such a steadying reminder for our hearts. These aren’t separate tasks — they’re a way of living close to God. For those of us on a recovery journey, these words speak directly into our daily struggles: ✨ Rejoice always — not because life is perfect, but because God is present. Even on the hard days, our

Are you stuck in a cycle of overeating, no matter how hard you try to control your eating? Step 3 is about giving up that control and trusting God to help you in your struggles. We’ve all had those moments where we promise ourselves we’ll “do better tomorrow,” only to fall right back into the same patterns. It’s exhausting trying to manage everything on our own — our food, our emotions, our schedule, even the people around us. And when things don’t go the way we want, we feel

Why is food the one thing we don't think to pray about? We pray about our kids, our marriages, our finances… but our eating? Not so much. For years, I believed in God, but I never asked Him to help me with my food. I thought, He has bigger things to worry about than my overeating. But the day I finally prayed sincerely about it… something changed. Not instantly. Not perfectly. But it began to change me from the inside out. I realized God wasn’t ignoring my struggle — I was. H

Emotional eating often happens quickly — long before we even realize what’s happening. Stress, frustration, loneliness, and worry can all push us toward food as a way to self-soothe. But there is a simple, Christ-centered practice that can interrupt that cycle: the prayerful pause. In this video, I share how taking just a moment to step back, breathe, and invite God into the moment can help calm intense emotions and lead to wiser choices. Why the Prayerful Pause Works • Stron

Why does one tiny bite turn into a binge? We tell ourselves, “I’ll just taste it.” But that first bite wakes up cravings we didn't know we had. Bill W. of Alcoholics Anonymous discovered that “just one drink” always led to more. That’s how addiction works — it pulls us back for more before we even notice. That was my story too. For many of us, one bite of our binge food is the same. Not because we’re weak, but because sugar is addictive. Avoiding that first bite isn’t restric

Have you ever sat at someone else’s table, surrounded by delicious food… yet felt that quiet tug in your heart — knowing some of it isn’t part of your plan? You’re not alone. Staying committed to your recovery and health goals can feel especially challenging when food is part of the celebration. But just like Daniel at the king’s table, we can choose faith over pressure. In this week’s episode of the Reshape and Recover Podcast, Tony and I talk about how to: 💛 Stand firm in