The Christian Health Trap: Neglect vs Idolatry, with Levi Lusko

Pastor Levi Lusko joins Justin Roethlingshoefer on The OWN IT Show for a Holy Health conversation on health as worship (not performance), why the Church keeps falling into two extremes (neglect vs idolatry), and how “holy health” is ultimately surrendered health —built to carry your calling.In a world that turns “discipline” into the goal, Justin and Levi call out what most people don’t see: you can quote Scripture, lead well, and still quietly run your body into the ground—until your peace, patience, and relationships begin to erode.This episode reframes the true metric of Holy Health: it’s not your image, your biohacks, or your numbers—it’s stewardship + obedience… because that’s what builds long-term capacity.They also unpack:🎯 The “Concentric Circles” principle (Jesus → self → spouse → kids → calling) and why you can’t let anyone into the “ring” ahead of the order.🏔️ The hidden “crash” after mountaintop moments—and why leaders have to learn how to come down and recover.⚠️ Levi’s wake-up call when a “healthy” stimulant stack was quietly fueling panic.===============================================================================👤 About Levi LuskoLevi Lusko is the founding pastor of Fresh Life Church and a best-selling author. In this episode, Levi shares the turning points that shaped his approach to stewardship, recovery, identity, and surrender—so you can lead with strength without living in striving.🔗 Levi Lusko Links➡︎ Levi’s Website: https://levilusko.com/➡︎ Levi’s Podcast (“Hey! It’s The Luskos”): https://levilusko.com/podcast➡︎ Levi’s Books: https://levilusko.com/books➡︎ Levi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levilusko/➡︎ Fresh Life Church Website: https://freshlife.church/💪 OWN IT CoachingIf you’re a high performer and you want a complete health optimization system— high energy, deeper sleep, better focus, and long-term resilience, this is what we do inside OWN IT Coaching.It’s personalized coaching for executives and leaders built around deep diagnostics, coaching accountability, precision nutrition & fitness, targeted supplementation, recovery, and objective data. Not sure where to begin? Find out exactly where your health is underperforming and get a prioritized action plan in less than 8 minutes. $397 value. Zero obligation. ➡︎ Take the Free Audit: https://quiz.ownitcoaching.com/healthaudit?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=organic ============================================================================📖 Holy Health | The Book Justin's newest book, Holy Health, is the complete framework for faith-centered health — what it truly means to steward your body as an act of worship, not performance.Pre-order before August 10th and unlock $497+ in exclusive bonuses — including a personal health assessment, a behind-the-scenes session with Justin, and a chance to win two tickets to Phil Wickham's Songs of Saints Tour on October 9th in Orlando + a private meet & greet with Justin....