Honoring My Temple

If you’ve ever felt like your joy, your peace, or your confidence is being quietly stolen from you in your health journey… this episode is for you.In this episode, let’s talk about how the enemy uses food, body image, and your health as a weapon—to steal your joy, distract your focus, and keep you from walking in wisdom and self-discipline.Your health journey isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual.And when you begin to see what’s really happening, you can start to fight back.In this episode, I talk about shifting your mindset from:“How quickly can I lose weight?”to“How joyful can I be while walking with Jesus in this process?”Because that one shift changes everything.We’ll also talk about:How the enemy works subtly through thoughts, comparison, and daily habitsWhy awareness is the first step in fighting backWhat it looks like to invite Jesus into your meals, your workouts, and your daily decisionsHow to pursue discipline without losing your joyIf you’re ready to stop letting your health journey steal from you—and start walking in both joy and discipline—this episode will give you a new perspective.And if you’re looking for support in this area, I’d love to help you go deeper. I offer an 8-week coaching program with 1:1 support to help you put Jesus at the center of your health journey and build lasting habits that align with your faith.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

This Is Why You Keep Falling Back Into Old HabitsWhy is it so easy to follow through for others… but so hard to follow through for ourselves?In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest struggles so many of us face—breaking old habits and staying consistent with the changes we want to make.You’ve probably said it before:“I’m going to start working out.”“I’m going to eat better.”“I’m going to stop doing this.”And then… you don’t follow through.But what if the issue isn’t just motivation… or time?What if it’s something deeper?In this episode, we talk about:Why you keep falling back into old habitsThe real reason consistency feels so hardWhat the Bible says about discipline, character, and follow-throughWhy being dependable for others—but not yourself—is holding you backHow small, daily choices shape your characterAnd how to start becoming someone you can actually depend onWe’ll walk through powerful truths from Scripture, including Luke 16:10 and 2 Corinthians 3:18, and how they apply directly to your habits, your health, and your daily life.This isn’t about being perfect.It’s about becoming more consistent.More disciplined.More aligned with the person you want to be—and who God is shaping you to become.If you’ve been struggling to stay on track, break habits, or follow through on your goals… this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward becoming more dependable—one small decision at a time.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

Losing weight quickly might sound like a win—but what if it comes at a cost?In this episode, I share a personal experience of dropping 10 pounds in a short period of time… and why it completely changed the way I think about weight loss.Because not all weight loss is the same.If you’re focused on the number on the scale, you could be losing muscle, slowing your metabolism, and making it harder to sustain results long-term.In this episode, we shift the focus from weight loss to fat loss—and what it really means to approach your health with wisdom.I’ll walk you through six key ways to lose fat without sacrificing muscle, so you can build strength, energy, and a body that supports the life you’re called to live.This isn’t about extremes.It’s about being intentional.It’s about stewardship.It’s about living wisely—in every area of your life.👉 If you’ve been chasing the scale but not seeing the results you want… this episode will give you a new way to think about it—and a better way forward.If you’re looking for more structure and support, here are a couple of ways to take the next step:For a small group experience—perfect for women’s ministries or walking through this in community—click here for more info.For more personalized support, my Transform Daily 8-week program paired with weekly one-on-one coaching is designed to help you stay consistent and accountable—click here for more info.https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/churches-small-groupsConnect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

This might be one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to do.And it’s probably not what you think.In this episode, we talk about why doing what is right can feel so difficult—even when you know exactly what you should do.Why your feelings and your faith don’t always line up.Why it can feel like you don’t have what it takes in the moment.And why simply trying harder isn’t enough.But more importantly…What if the problem isn’t that you’re failing—what if you’re just not trained?This episode will challenge the way you think about faith, discipline, and daily habits—and show you how your everyday choices, even in areas like health and fitness,can become powerful training grounds for becoming who God is calling you to be.If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or like you know what’s right but struggle to live it out—this episode is for you.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

Why You Turn to Food for Comfort (and How to Stop)Have you ever found yourself reaching for food—not because you’re hungry, but because you’re stressed, overwhelmed, bored, or just trying to feel better?In this episode of Honoring My Temple, we’re talking about the real reason behind comfort eating—and why it’s not just about food.When life feels out of control, it’s easy to try to manage how we feel with what we can control… like food, habits, or distractions. But those in-the-moment choices often leave us feeling worse, not better.Together, we explore:Why we turn to food for comfortThe deeper root behind stress eating and emotional eatingWhat the Bible says about living by the flesh vs. the Spirit (Romans 8:12–13)How to “mortify” unhealthy patterns—not through willpower, but through the SpiritPractical ways to respond differently in moments of temptationThis episode will help you move from being driven by cravings and impulses… to living with wisdom, self-discipline, and peace.Because true change doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from staying connected to God and allowing His Spirit to work in you.If this resonated with you, share this episode with a friend or leave a review—it helps more people discover the message.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

What if the reason you’re struggling with discipline… isn’t because you lack it?In this episode, we break down one of the most powerful—and often misunderstood—verses for your health, habits, and daily life:2 Timothy 1:7 — “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline.”This isn’t about how you feel.It’s about what you’ve been given.If you’ve ever found yourself saying:“I’ll start when I feel more motivated.”“I’ll be consistent when life slows down.”“I just don’t feel disciplined…”This episode will challenge that way of thinking—and show you a better way forward.We talk about:Why discipline isn’t something you wait to feelWhat it means to “fan into flame” the gifts God has given youHow your daily choices either strengthen or quiet the work of the SpiritAnd how to apply power, love, and self-discipline to your eating habits, workouts, and everyday decisionsBecause freedom isn’t doing whatever you want—it’s not being mastered.You don’t need more motivation.You need to take the next right step.🎧 Listen now and start moving forward—one decision at a time.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

Do you ever feel like there simply aren’t enough hours in the day?Between work, family responsibilities, spiritual growth, and caring for our health, it can feel impossible to do everything we know we should be doing.And when life gets busy, it’s often the things that matter most — time with God, caring for our health, or investing in meaningful habits — that get pushed aside.In this episode, we take a biblical look at what it means to live faithfully in seasons when time feels limited. Because the goal isn’t perfection — and it isn’t trying to do everything.It’s learning to offer what we have.We’ll talk about what it means to “number our days,” how God’s grace empowers us to do what we cannot do on our own, and how small, faithful choices can shape our lives more than we realize.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, busy, or like you simply don’t have enough time for the things that matter most, this conversation will encourage you to take a deep breath, refocus on what matters, and move forward one faithful step at a time.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

What if the reason your days sometimes feel harder than they should… isn’t just how much you have to do?What if it’s about whether your body has the resources it needs to do it?In this episode, we explore God’s design for health and how simple daily habits can dramatically change how we move through our lives — physically, mentally, and spiritually.Because the truth is, life rarely slows down.Our responsibilities don’t disappear when we feel tired, foggy, or depleted.But when we care for our bodies the way they were designed to function, the same days can feel very different.In this conversation, we talk about how aligning our daily habits with God’s design for the body can strengthen our energy, resilience, and ability to live faithfully in the life He has placed in front of us.Healthy habits aren’t about vanity.They’re about stewardship.When we care for our bodies well, we give ourselves the strength, clarity, and stability needed to show up fully for our responsibilities, our families, and our calling.If you’ve ever wondered why some seasons of life feel heavier than others — even when your responsibilities haven’t changed — this episode may help you see your health in a completely different way.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

The Bible doesn’t tell us to work out.It doesn’t command us to lift weights, prioritize protein, avoid processed foods, or follow a fitness plan.It doesn’t directly address smartphones, social media, sedentary desk jobs, engineered convenience foods, or a culture built around comfort and overconsumption.And yet… Scripture is not silent.While the Bible may not list every modern scenario, it gives us something better — timeless wisdom. Principles that guide how we think, how we choose, how we respond, and how we live in every area of life.Colossians 3:17 tells us:“Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus.”What does that actually mean?What does it look like to:Work in Jesus’ name?Parent in Jesus’ name?Manage money in Jesus’ name?Speak, forgive, and respond in Jesus’ name?Scroll and consume media in Jesus’ name?And if nothing is excluded — what does it look like to care for your body in Jesus’ name?This episode explores:A biblical view of health and fitnessWhat it means to steward your body as a templeThe connection between sanctification and daily habitsWhy strength and consistent movement matter for long-term function and serviceHow to apply biblical wisdom to modern health decisionsIn a world where movement is no longer built into daily life — and where we have more health knowledge than ever — the question isn’t whether we know what to do.The question is whether we will steward what we’ve been given.Living in Jesus’ name means representing His character in every area of life — including how we eat, how we train, how we build strength, and how we care for the body God entrusted to us.Not from obsession.Not from vanity.Not from neglect.But from wisdom.From gratitude.From stewardship.Because spiritual growth isn’t compartmentalized.It shapes how we live — in our words, our habits, and even our health.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

What does it really mean to pursue excellence as a Christian?In this episode of Honoring My Temple, we explore the biblical call to excellence — not perfectionism, and not mediocrity — but wholehearted faithfulness in how we live.God does not expect perfection from us in this life.But He does call us to growth. To maturity. To stewardship.Rooted in Romans 12, we unpack what it means to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice — and why caring for your health is not vanity, but obedience.The world pushes two extremes:• Obsess over the body• Or dismiss it entirelyScripture rejects both.Your body is not an idol.But it is not irrelevant either.It matters.It houses the Holy Spirit.It is entrusted to you by God.In this episode, we talk about what pursuing excellence in health actually looks like:Prioritizing God-given whole foods (plants and animals)Understanding the role of protein, strength, and nourishmentWhy strength training is wisdom — not vanityThe power of walking for long-term health and longevityStewarding your body for the tasks God has given youThis is about temple care with purpose.Eating well.Lifting weights.Walking daily.Not for image.For obedience.If you’ve ever wondered how faith and fitness connect — or how to honor God through your daily health habits — this episode will give you biblical clarity and practical wisdom.“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12Not perfectly.But faithfully.Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

When it comes to honoring God with your health, this verse changes everything.In this episode of Honoring My Temple, we unpack one foundational passage that reshapes the way we think about food, fitness, and self-discipline:“I have the right to do anything—but not everything is beneficial… I will not be mastered by anything.”—1 Corinthians 6:12What does it really mean to put God at the center of your health?It’s not about more rules.It’s not about restriction.And it’s not about perfection.It’s about understanding what true freedom actually looks like.Yes—you are free to eat what you want. You are free to care for your health—or not. But you are never free from the consequences of your choices. In this episode, we explore:• What it means to be “mastered” by something• How food and habits can quietly control us• The difference between permission and wisdom• Why feeling unable to stop certain behaviors is not true freedom• How to grow in self-discipline through small, prayerful choicesIf you’ve ever thought, “I know I shouldn’t, but I can’t help it,” this conversation is for you.This week, begin practicing one simple question before each decision:“I have the right to do this—but is it beneficial?”Because biblical health isn’t about legalism.It’s about living unmastered and learning to choose what leads to life.🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.If you'd like to go deeper, grab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits with God at the Center on Amazon.Connect & Go DeeperGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterLearn more about SoulStrength Fit faith-based fitness programsConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingConnect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

Episode 2: Small, Faithful Steps MatterIn this episode of Honoring My Temple, we explore why small, faithful steps matter—not because they earn God’s love, but because they reflect how we steward what He has entrusted to us.Using Jesus’ Parable of the Talents, we’re reminded that faithfulness isn’t measured by how much we’re given, but by what we do with what we have. Every servant in the parable was entrusted with something—and every one of us has been entrusted with real, tangible gifts in our daily lives.We reflect on what stewardship looks like across the many areas God has placed in our care, including:Our time and energyOur relationships and responsibilitiesOur talents, interests, and resourcesOur thought life and inner worldAnd yes—our physical bodiesThis episode gently but clearly reframes health and fitness as a stewardship issue, not a vanity issue. We address the common belief that caring for your body is about appearance or pride, and instead return to Scripture’s call to faithfulness, diligence, and excellence—with the right motive.You’ll hear why:God does not call us to mediocrity, but to faithfulnessDiscipline and effort are affirmed in Scripture when rightly orderedCaring for your body can support your ability to live out patience, clarity, gentleness, and self-disciplineFaithfulness isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up with what you’ve been givenUltimately, this episode invites you to shift the goal:Not perfection.Not comparison.But faithful stewardship.One day at a time.One small, faithful step at a timeConnect & Go DeeperGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterLearn more about SoulStrength Fit faith-based fitness programsConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week prograConnect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here

Episode 1: Your Body Matters to God — Choosing Abundant Life Here and NowIn this episode of Honoring My Temple, we pause to consider what it truly means to live the abundant life Jesus promised—not someday, but here and now (John 10:10). Abundant life isn’t limited to one area of faith, and it certainly isn’t defined by comfort, ease, or external success. It’s about fullness—a life shaped by walking with Christ and learning to live according to God’s design in every area of life.One way that abundant life is expressed is through how we steward our bodies, habits, and daily choices. In this episode, we explore why our health, energy, and well-being matter to God—not from a place of pressure or perfectionism, but as part of faithful stewardship and spiritual formation.Drawing from Scripture, including Deuteronomy 30 and Jesus’ words in John 10, we talk about how seemingly harmless comforts—food, distraction, routine habits—can quietly steal from the life Jesus desires for us when they begin to have mastery over us. You’ll hear a powerful reminder from Rick Warren that reframes how we view our bodies, along with thoughtful reflection questions to help you examine where you may be choosing comfort over life.In this episode, you’ll be invited to reflect on:What abundant life looks like for you right now, in this seasonHow food, comfort, or habits may be influencing your peace and self-disciplineHow awareness can become the first step toward freedom and changeThis episode isn’t about guilt or pressure—it’s an invitation. An invitation to choose life, one faithful decision at a time, and to learn how to walk in step with the Spirit in every area of life, including how you care for your body.This episode isn’t about guilt or pressure—it’s an invitation. An invitation to choose life, one faithful decision at a time, and to learn how to walk in step with the Spirit in every area of life, including how you care for your body.Connect & Go DeeperGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterLearn more about Connect & Go DeeperGet Started with SoulStrength Fit  for only $5https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programsNEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple PlannerGrab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the CenterConnect with Kelly on InstagramLearn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coachingGet your meal plan and recipe guide here