Best Healey Ikerd Podcasts (2025)

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153. A Biblical Approach to Overcoming Anxiety, Depression, and Mental Health Struggles With Healey Ikerd 56:10

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Hey Friend, Have you found yourself in the constant cycle of battling negative thoughts, anxiety, and depression? Do you feel like you've tried everything and that hope has slipped through your fingers? Does it seem like God is out of reach and you're drowning in emotions you can't get on top of? Friend, this world is hard and you're not alone in t…

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157. How to Break Free From Negative Body Image, Anxiety, & Obsession over Weight Loss with Brittany Braswell 47:13

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Hey friend, Today's episode is very helpful and insightful. My guest today named what I think so many of us either have or do struggle with in how we view our bodies. I definitely share a big about my background with body image challenges as well as where I'm at with things right now. If you're someone who finds yourself thinking about what you'll …

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46. Breath Prayers -Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 18:47

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 6 of 7 Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul In today’s episode, we’re slowing down to learn a gentle but powerful coping skill called breath prayers. I’ll walk you through what a br…

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156. How to Overcome Insecurity and Body Shame by Coming Into Agreement With God’s Love and Truth With Laurie Herbers 44:00

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Hey Friend, I have a really fun conversation for you today. For some it will sound like home, very familiar on what a conversational relationship with the Lord looks like.For others, you might hear today's guest and think, "Wow, how does she have that kind of relationship with God?In either case, if you're someone who has struggled with the challen…

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45. Visualization: Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 28:34

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 5 of 7 In this episode, I walk you through how visualization can help calm your mind, reduce stress, and strengthen your faith. We’ll talk about how your brain responds to mental images, h…

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155. Addicted to Food and Struggling to Overcome Overeating? Discover Food Freedom in Step With God With Julie Kleinhans 34:33

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Hey Friend, If you're someone who's found yourself on the yo-yo dieting train, who feels powerless to sweets and cravings, who has actually created healthy habits and experienced progress only to fall back into old patterns, this episode is for you! Today, my guest Julie Kleinhans shares her experience with losing 90lbs and maintaining that weight …

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44. Identity Script - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 12:24

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 4 of 7 In today’s episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we’re focusing on a powerful coping tool called an identity script—a written statement you speak aloud daily to reinforce who God says you …

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154. Overwhelmed and Unable to Find the Time as a Mom? Go From Unhealthy and Burned Out to Living an Intentional Life With Aubree Felderhoff 45:00

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Hey Friend, In today's conversation you'll get a peak behind the curtain on my life. I resonated SO much with the story and work of today's guest that I couldn't help but share how I struggle with a lot of the things she helps mom's overcome. If you're like me, you might be in a season of chaos with your kids, trying to juggle it all and keep your …

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43. Give Thanks - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 14:49

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 3 of 7 Gratitude may not seem like a typical coping skill—but it absolutely is, especially for the Christian soul. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I’ll share how intentional thankfu…

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42. Bonus Episode | Teaching Your Children Healthy Replacement Thoughts 8:59

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. This is an add-on episode to: Healthy Replacement Thoughts - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul. In this special bonus episode, I will share some ideas that you, as a parent, can teach your children heal…

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41. Healthy Replacement Thoughts - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 18:35

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 2 of 7 In this episode, I’ll talk through a simple but powerful way to change unhelpful thoughts and replace them with truth. We’ll look at how this skill works in your brain, how it’s roo…

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152. Struggling With Motivation to Workout? Discover God’s Love and What It Means to Be Strong in Him With Jenny Higginbotham 45:27

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Hey Friend, Do you find yourself struggling to be consistent with your workouts? Does going to the gym feel like a drag? Are you unsure what to even do to workout and get physically strong? In my conversation with today's guest we are headed a direction I imagine you aren't expecting - I sure wasn't, but I trust you'll find yourself in a place of i…

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40. Bonus Episode | One Practical Way to Teach Deep Breathing To Your Children 5:58

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. This is an add-on episode to: Deep Breathing - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul. In this special bonus episode, I will share one simple, effective way that you, as a parent, can teach your children the…

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39. Deep Breathing - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 15:18

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 1 of 7 In this first episode of this series, I’ll walk you through the practice of deep breathing—not just as a way to calm your body and mind, but as a way to connect with the very breath…

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151. The Surprising Effectiveness of Balancing Blood Sugar to Increase Energy, Lose Weight, and End Cravings With Lindsay Young 45:32

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Hey Friend, If you are someone who struggles with mid morning or mid afternoon crashes, if you feel dependent on that morning cup of coffee to get you going... and that afternoon refill, if you struggle with getting good sleep - struggling to fall asleep or waking up feeling anxious, if you've got stubborn weight you can't lose, if you are concerne…

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Introducing Our Summer Series - Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 2:03

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this special trailer episode, we introduce a brand-new 7-week summer series: Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul. Each week features one evidence-based coping skill—like deep breathing, thought replace…

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38. Becoming Trustworthy - Reflecting the Character of God 21:23

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are you trustworthy? In this season finale, we shift from trusting God to becoming someone others can trust. Discover 5 biblical steps to develop trustworthiness that reflects God's character—from honest speech t…

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150. Holy & Hungry | Want to Break Free from Emotional Eating and Cravings? Experience Food Freedom in Christ! 19:55

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Hey Friend, Today I am talking about how to experience true and lasting freedom in your health journey. If you feel like food controls you.If you feel like cravings and emotional eating is a cycle you can't break.If you find yourself battling demeaning and discouraging thoughts about your body and your ability to be consistent THIS episode is packe…

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37. Trusting God With Your Spiritual Growth 26:23

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Ever feel like you should be more spiritually mature by now? In this episode, we will explore what spiritual maturity really looks like and why trusting God with your growth journey is essential. Discover the key…

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149. 7 Unhealthy Relationships with Food that Are Fueling Emotional Eating and Preventing Healthy Weight Loss 26:59

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Hey Friend, Sometimes we don't know the water we're swimming in. We know something is off, but we can't quite name it.In today's episode I go over 7 unhealthy relationships with food that I've observed and some of which, I've experienced personally in the past. If one of these resonates I hope you'll spend some time on it this week and come back ne…

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36. Trusting God With Your Unsaved Loved Ones 27:59

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are you praying for someone you love—maybe a child, spouse, parent, or friend—who still doesn’t know Jesus? The waiting can feel heavy, especially when you don’t see any change. In today’s episode of Healthy and …

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148. What Does it Mean to Be Healthy? A Deep Dive on Biblical Nutrition and Chronic Disease with Andy Felton 1:04:44

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Hey Friend, I am VERY excited for you all to listen to this episode. I've got Andy Felton BACK, the author of Nourished by Design - a Christ Centered Approach to Nutrition. He was on the show just a few weeks ago and in our conversation it was very clear we needed a follow up episode to go dive deeper into the conversation on the specifics and prac…

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35. Trusting God With His Plan, Purpose and Calling For Your Life 29:46

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Discover why trusting God in the areas of plan, purpose, and calling is vital for your mental health and spiritual peace. This episode will help you understand that: God does indeed have a plan, purpose, and call…

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147. The Purpose and Benefits of Chiropractic Care and How It Aligns With God’s Design With Dr. Ralph Winestock 48:25

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Hey Friend! If you are someone who experiences joint pain, back pain, headaches... or if you're someone who has had challenging pregnancies or postpartum experiences, you've got chronic digestive issues, you are battling autoimmunity... you might be surprised to find that a holistic chiropractor could help bring you relief. Today I'm bringing back …

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34. Apostle Paul's Response to Hardship - Trusting God In the Midst of Suffering 31:47

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Beaten, shipwrecked, imprisoned, and constantly in danger—yet the Apostle Paul wrote some of the most joy-filled letters in the Bible. How did he maintain such unshakeable faith through relentless persecution? In…

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146. The 4 Core Elements of Holistic, Biblical Health for Christian Women 21:24

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Hey Friend, Have you felt unclear about what it actually looks like to partner with God in your health? Do you wonder what's missing from your approach to healthy eating? Do you find yourself in a vicious cycle of dieting and restrictive eating? I really think that all comes back to whether or not we are living out 4 core elements of holistic bibli…

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33. Job's Response to Tragedy - Trusting God In The Midst of Suffering 37:20

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. What do you do when you lose everything in a single day? Job faced the unthinkable—the death of all his children, the loss of his wealth, and physical suffering—yet his first response was worship, not blame. In t…

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145. Holy & Hungry | How the Power of Grace & Knowing God’s Heart Creates Consistency in Living a Healthy Lifestyle 21:54

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Hey Friend, Have you found yourself battling emotional eating? Do you feel like you're always beating yourself up for not being consistent and staying on track? Maybe the weight of shame in where you're at in your health feels insurmountable. In today's episode we're taking a thorough look at how David navigates some of his BIGGEST falls for insigh…

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32. When God Feels Silent - Trusting God in Illness 30:06

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Illness touches more than just our bodies—it shakes our faith, stirs our emotions, and can leave us questioning God’s goodness. In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the deep struggle of trusting God when he…

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144. Nourished by Design - A Christ Centered Approach to Nutrition With Andy Felton 50:07

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Hey Friend, I am VERY excited for this episode because in it I interview the author of a book I have been wanting to exist for a long time. And actually, he felt the same way, which is why he wrote it. In this episode we talk about what it means to follow Jesus and partner with God in healthy eating. We address some of the issues that exist in the …

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31. They're Not Really Yours: Learning to Trust God with His Children 35:05

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Parenting can be one of the most joy-filled yet heart-wrenching journeys of our lives—especially when we deeply desire our children to walk with the Lord. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we will explore …

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30. Breaking Unhealthy Relationship Patterns: Trusting God with Your Relationships 44:02

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Have you ever tried to 'manage' a relationship out of fear—fear of being rejected, fear of not being enough, or fear of being alone? In this episode, I’m talking about what it looks like to truly trust God with o…

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143. The Top Mistake When Trying to Lose Weight the Healthy Way. How to Eat More and Get Results 21:50

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Hey Friend, When you want to lose weight, is your first inclination to cut out certain foods altogether? To start eating significantly less to the point where you're always hungry? Maybe you feel like you're already eating so little and eating pretty clean, but you aren't seeing the scale move. In any of those cases, I imagine you also want to know…

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29. Finding Peace in Uncertainty: Trusting God with Your Future 28:43

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we continue our series on trusting God—this time focusing on our future. Whether you're a student feeling the pressure of big decisions or someone wondering what's next in…

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142. Holy & Hungry | What to Pray for a Healthy Lifestyle - 3 Prayers to Transform Your Health Journey 18:58

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Hey Friend, Are you struggling to be consistent with your healthy habits? Are you struggling to be motivated to make healthy choices? Maybe you're in a place where you just wish you could miraculously transform the circumstances around your health. If you love God, but you haven't tapped into what God has for you in your health journey, this episod…

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28. A Faith That Waits Well - Learning to Trust God's Time 43:15

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. What does it really look like to wait on God—and wait well? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I explore the beauty and the struggle of waiting on the Lord's perfect timing. From Joseph’s years of hardship, t…

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141. The Top Predictor of Longevity and Chronic Disease and One Major Way to Improve Your Metabolism 30:02

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Hey Friend, Believe it or not, research has found that the top predictor of longevity and your propensity to chronic disease is the amount of skeletal muscle you have. I am doing this episode, one because I think the info is SUPER important for creating sustainable life long health, but also because I’m trying to amp myself up to get more consisten…

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27. Trusting God in the Midst of Fear, Anxiety, and Worry 28:06

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Fear and anxiety can feel paralyzing—but they don’t have to control your life. In this encouraging episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I share biblical truths and practical steps for trusting God even when life feels …

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140. Holy & Hungry | Having a Heart Like David and Staying Consistent With Healthy Habits 17:57

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Hey Friend, If you've been feeling discouraged because you are getting results. If the weight isn't coming off. Or if you're frustrated with yourself because you haven't figured out how to be consistent with your healthy habits, this episode is for you. We're looking at King David's relationship with God and considering how that same approach can b…

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26. What Is Trust? A Biblical Look at Trusting God with All Your Heart 36:20

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Before we can grow in our trust in the Lord, we have to understand what trust really means. In this episode, we’re taking a deeper look at what the Bible means when it says, “Trust in the Lord.” We’ll explore the…

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139. The Top 5 Things That Kill Momentum When You Want to Lose Weight the Healthy Way 15:54

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Hey friend, I've heard MANY clients say, while they're in the middle of experiencing the excitement of weight loss, increased energy, and a new found love for cooking that they are AFRAID of losing all the progress they've made. They start thinking about the times in the past where they were successful and then something came up and totally deraile…

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Special Easter Scripture Reading 27:36

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this special Easter episode, we will read through the powerful words of Scripture, Luke chapters 22, 23, and 24. These chapters walk us through the Last Supper, Jesus’ suffering, His crucifixion, and His glori…

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Trusting the Lord with All Your Heart - What’s Ahead in Season 2 2:04

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Do you struggle to truly trust in God? Want the peace only He can give? In this special preview episode, I’m sharing what’s coming in Season 2 of Healthy & Redeemed—and it’s all about one powerful, life-changing …

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138. Holy & Hungry | Our Need for a Savior in Our Health Journey 20:40

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Hey Friend, This week is an extremely important week as it is Holy Week. Yesterday was Palm Sunday and each day this week leads up to Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and eventually, Resurrection Day - or Easter as many of us know it to be. What happened 2,000+ years ago in Jerusalem on a cross and 3 days later in a grave makes all the difference in wha…

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25. A Personal Word of Encouragement - Season Finale 23:07

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. As we wrap up this season of Healthy & Redeemed, let’s take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve been on together. Have you experienced growth or change in any area? In this 25th episode, I talk about growth …

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137. Lose Weight by Walking Consistently With Jesus. the Surprising Effectiveness of Getting in Steps While Getting in Time With God. 20:47

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Hey Friend, Today's episode is a PRIME example of how we can pair our healthy physical habits with spiritual ones. My hope and intention for you today is that by the end of this episode you can't wait for the next moment to get outside and go for a walk with Jesus. We are getting into the nitty gritty detailed benefits of walking - like seriously, …

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24. 4 Ways to Fight Depression Using H.O.P.E 42:43

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. If you're struggling with depression or walking alongside someone who is, I want you to know there is real H.O.P.E. available. As a licensed professional counselor, I've seen how depression can feel overwhelming,…

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136. Holy & Hungry | How to Read Food Labels to Make Healthy Choices - Biblical Insights From Leviticus 11 26:14

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Hey Friend, For a few episodes now, I've been referring back to episode 13 where I talk about Leviticus 11 and the old testament food laws. Well, here it is again with a few minor adjustments. There's just something about taking a misunderstood, seemingly boring passage and revealing the insight and wisdom it holds. I think you'll be surprised how …

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23. Is This Normal? Exploring the Difficult Journey of Grief - Part 2 32:30

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Grief is a natural and necessary part of loss, but what happens when it lingers beyond its season? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore prolonged or complicated grief—what it is, why it happens, and …

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135. Struggling to Overcome Cravings & Emotional Eating? 7 Key Habits That Stop Old Patterns & Promote Healthy Weight Loss 21:23

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Hey Friend, We’ve all been there. You suddenly have an urge to eat a specific food you are specifically trying to avoid because you know once you’ve had one bite, you’ll have 10 more. And despite your efforts to think and talking yourself out of it, before you know it, you’ve already consumed more than you’d want and you feel miserable physically a…