Vision Driven Health - Weight Loss for Christian Women, Biblical Health, Conquer Cravings, Kingdom Mindset, Increase Energy Naturally
Do you struggle with low energy and catch yourself reminiscing about when you were “young” and able to keep up? Are you overwhelmed by even having to THINK about what it’d take to lose weight? Do you mindlessly snack and give in to late night cravings? Are you bogged down by the shame that comes with knowing what to do, but not being able to get yourself to do it consistently? Do you feel like anything you try is bound to fail, so there’s no point in trying anyway? Friend, there’s HOPE! Hope to feel strong and confident in your body, to create consistency in your habits, to lose the weight, and to have clarity on how to partner with God to experience a healthy lifestyle that lasts! Hey, I’m Robin Rhine McDonald, a follower of Jesus, a wife, a mama of 2, and a seminarian turned health coach. And I am SO excited that you are here!! I found myself 20lbs heavier, struggling to keep my eyes open in the afternoons, with a face full of acne. I was confused as to how I ended up there, being that I worked out and felt like I ate fairly healthy. It seemed like no matter what I tried, I couldn’t create the results I wanted in a way that I could see myself maintaining long term. It wasn’t until I discovered the unlimited motivation and FREEDOM that exists in living according to God’s VISION for my life and health that I began to see changes. That is when I realized the most important thing to ever impact my life and health - If I wanted change, I had to partner with God! With God, I crafted a healthy lifestyle that led to ENERGY, healthy weight loss, and confidence in my body WITHOUT feeling overwhelmed or giving in to old patterns. 10 years and two kids later, by the GRACE OF GOD, I’m still prioritizing my health and feeling amazing. I’ve become gripped with the vision of seeing EVERY body that comprises the BODY of Christ healthy and well. In this podcast, I (and the guests I bring on) will show you how to: *Achieve the results you want and KEEP them *Implement simple healthy habits that you ENJOY that fit your busy schedule *Ditch the negative beliefs and lies that keep you from creating results that LAST *Take hold of Biblical health through truth and encouragement for healthy living *Learn what it means to have Kingdom health as a Christian woman *See the possibilities and opportunity of a healthy life in partnership with God *Make changes NOW that will set you up for energy and vitality later in life *Simplify cooking and preparing healthy meals and snacks for you and your family - that everyone LOVES *Learn which foods and meals increase energy and support healthy weight loss *Create endless motivation and drive for your health by aligning with God’s VISION for your life *Partner with God every step of the way! I mix my seminary education with my studies in integrative nutrition to help Jesus loving women, like YOU, develop the energy and vitality to live out their unique God-given calling! Go grab a giant water bottle and start sipping. It’s time to learn how to create the healthy lifestyle you’ve always wanted - with Jesus as the VISION that drives you. Hit play and listen on! Show website: https://visiondrivenhealth.com Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have.
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Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Hey Friend!
I've been looking forward to doing this episode. There's just something about taking a misunderstood, seemingly boring passage and revealing the insight and wisdom it holds. Today I do that with Leviticus 11. Yes, I'm using Leviticus to talk about food labels, and I think you'll find it interesting and helpful in making healthy food choices!
It's basically biblical wisdom for healthy eating. Contrary to popular belief, God's law isn't just a bunch of inapplicable rituals from way back when. They hold so much for us today, and I'm excited for you to hear it!
In case you're not as big of a Bible nerd as me, don't fret, I've got you too.
If you've ever wondered about eating organic or whether or not "all natural" means something is healthy, I'll be diving into all of that.
In short, I'm giving you the top things I look for when I'm reading food labels. I'll also let you know what I personally avoid along with what I prefer to see.
Most importantly, I offer a framework that helps fight against the "good"/"bad" food approach that often overwhelms and leaves us feeling discouraged and shamed.
The best part? I've got a free guide that has all the details spelled out for you!
Access that and more in the show notes below.
Be blessed with hope, joy, and health!
-Robin
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From the show:
Grab your free Food Label Reading Guide here.
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Hey friend!
Today's conversation is with a new friend of mind, Jessika Brown. If you're an all or nothing person who finds yourself swinging between restrictive dieting and eating whatever you want in the name of "intuitive eating", this episode is for you!
We get into Biofeedback and what the difference is between Empowered Eating and Intuitive eating, and how Empowered Eating can become your new balanced approach to a sustainable healthy lifestyle.
More about Jessika:
Jessika is a mom, wife, and boss who is super passionate about health. She is a Registered Dietitian (RD) and has been working in the health industry for the last 15 years. She runs a medical nutrition therapy clinic and is an adjunct professor for nutrition at the University of New Mexico. She has certifications in Eating Disorders (CEDRD) and Sports Dietetics (CSSD). She has been trained as a Certified Wellness Coach and American Council on Exercise Group Fitness Instructor. And her passion is fueling women's awesome with Empowered Eating!
Listen to my conversation with Jess on her podcast, Fuel Her Awesome: How Identifying Your True Worth Will Change Your Health. When Faith Meets Food Freedom with Robin Rhine McDonald
Access Jess' free workshop: How To Eat Intuitively AND Hit Your Goals Workshop
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Hey friend!
This episode was TOUGH to put together this week. I got sick, I was feeling discouraged, and I was in a funk at different points. None of those are like me! Then it dawned on me - I'm recording a podcast on getting free in your health... Wait a second! I'm not going to let the enemy take away from that!! And then I got really amped to create this episode.
I get into what food freedom is in Jesus and how to begin to take hold of freedom in your health using my 4E method. That's the same method I use in my 16 week Sustainable Healthy Lifestyle program.
I hope this episode provides a taste of what's available to you in freedom in Christ. Where the Spirit of the Lord is, THERE IS FREEDOM!
Blessings, Joy, & Health, Robin
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Hey friend!
In this episode I get into the different types of relationships with food that many of us have had or have. If you're like me, it takes hearing someone else talk about something for me to realize that I am experiencing that within myself. In sharing these, you might get clarity on why you struggle with certain eating habits or thoughts around food.
Often times we are just a few conversations with Jesus away from having breakthrough in our health. Other times, it's through these conversations that the beginning of a longer healing process begins.
In either scenario, my hope is that in this episode there are areas of your heart that need healing and hope that are revealed and placed in the hands of Jesus.
He is the One who satisfies.
He is the One who can make all the difference in creating a healthy lifestyle that lasts!
Blessings & Joy,
Robin
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From the show:
Do the Greens & Grace 5 Day Experience: https://visiondrivenhealth.com/greensexperience
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Hey Friend!
What if I told you that there is one focus you can hone in on to lose weight, reduce inflammation, increase energy, and improve your mood? You'd want to know, right?
Well, blood sugar regulation happens to be that thing, and THAT is what we get into in this episode's conversation with Lindsay Young.
Lindsay is the QUEEN of blood sugar. Her ability to explain the scientific effects of blood sugar on our bodies in a way that is easy to understand is amazing. Not to mention, she specializing in simplifying the steps you can take to create blood sugar regulation through your own healthy habits.
I am SO excited for you to listen to this conversation and to glean all the wisdom and insight that Lindsay brings.
Blessings, Joy, & Health,
Robin
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More about Lindsay:
Lindsay Young is a Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist living in Boise, ID with her husband and three kids. She specializes in helping busy women develop a simple nutrition and lifestyle plan to create optimal health so that they have the energy to focus on the things that matter most. Lindsay’s approach to wellness focuses on real health in a real-life context, helping her clients develop a modern approach to a healthy lifestyle that is sustainable and joyful, in their homes and out in the real world.
Get Lindsay's 7 Day Meal Plan and/or Meal Planning Toolkit: https://go.lindsayliveswell.com/opt-in1645622812656
Sign up for Lindsay's Blood Sugar Fix Program: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFWEi3x-0U/M3yFDr50QPGLHct0DR4-8A/view?website#2:reserve-your-spot-here
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Download the Greens & Grace 5 Day Experience: https://visiondrivenhealth.com/greensexperience
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Hi Friend!
This past weekend Ryan and I went on our 2nd annual Vision Marriage Retreat, and I had a lot of certain foods that many might consider "bad" or in the category of "cheat" or "treat" foods.
I have zero guilt or shame about it, and I can tell you that I didn't fit them in my macros or anything like that. Honestly, I consider what I ate a part of my intended, sustainable healthy lifestyle.
While I was intentional with my portions, there is more to my approach than moderation. In this episode, I poke holes at the idea of cheat meals and treat meals while providing some super helpful tips for making Vision Driven healthy choices from a Biblical, Jesus-centered perspective.
If you've found yourself trying to eat "everything in moderation", only to be at the bottom of a chip bag, you never meant to finish, this episode is for you!
Blessings, Joy, & Health,
Robin
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Hi friend!
Did you know that you are called AND equipped to lead by example in your health choices? If you have struggled to juggle caring for your own health while trying to raise healthy children, you're not alone and this episode is for you!
My guest today, Chase Williams, shares her story of how becoming a mom ignited a passion in her for setting an example of health for her kids. She also gives insight into the power that comes from prioritizing her time with Jesus to fuel her healthy habits.
As you listen, I know you'll be blessed by Chase's joy, energy, and passion for supporting mamas in living a healthy lifestyle that lasts.
Blessings & Health,
Robin
More about Chase:
Chase has always been in love with some form of fitness. She joined the fitness industry in 2011. Back then, she led group fitness classes as a personal trainer.
Eventually, she left the role of a Fitness Director in the corporate world so that she could focus her attention on her favorite clients - Mothers. Through the launch of Chaselynn Fitness, she follows her passion. She encourages women to put themselves first in their journey to fitness. Her passion is to show them how to eat, move, and set their minds right. If mothers can build a new way of healthy living, they can empower generations to come. She is proud to share that she is a blessed mother of 3 beautiful girls, a wife, and a Christian. When she's not helping people get in shape and find success in their routines, you can find her outdoors. She loves to work out in the open area or indulge in her very favorite chips and salsa with her family on the couch!
Follow Chase on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaselynn252/
Follow Chase on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrainerChaseWilliams
Join Chase's 21 Day Jumpstart program: https://chaselynnwilliams.com/jumpstart
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
Hi friend!
If you feel like you're always trying to get back on track, beating yourself up for "messing up again", or generally discouraged by your lack of consistency with healthy habits, THIS episode will be a a GAME CHANGER.
As a follower of Jesus, you have access to the infinite grace of God. We don't have to struggle as though we are on this journey alone.
It's a matter of having a growth mindset and taking hold of all that Jesus paid for.
I'm excited for you to listen to this one!
Blessings & Health,
Robin
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Hey Friend!Today's episode is a talk I gave last week in my Greens & Grace 5 Day Challenge. It's on one of my CORE pillars in the Sustainable Health Transformation program.What DOES it mean to be Vision Driven?It's the premise behind the title of this podcast, and I am SO excited for you to tune in and begin to catch sight of what is possible for your healthy habits when you are driven by the vision God has given your for your life.In case you missed the Greens and Grace Challenge and want to take hold of the opportunity to kickstart your health journey with simple habits in partnership with Jesus, I created a PDF guide with all of the trainings and steps outlined for you to do on your own or with a friend! I hope this episode blesses you and gives you hope for what's possible for your health!Blessings, Joy, & Health,
Robin
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Access the Greens & Grace Experience here.
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
Hey friend!
I am SUPER excited to bring you my very first guest, my dear friend, Carlie Harford. She is someone who inspires me in my walk with Jesus. She is a woman of FAITH who is expectant to hear God's voice and direction in her life. Her favorite thing to do is spend time with God.
I'm bringing her on for two main reasons:
One, even though I'll be getting into the nitty gritty of nutrition, healthy habits, and how to implement them, this podcast is about doings so in partnership with God. Partnering with God requires that we are led by Him.
Two, Carlie has some AMAZING testimonies about how God spoke to her about specific health issues that brought her healing, health, and freedom from cravings for the choices that didn't serve her overall well being.
She's a perfect example of what it looks like to be VISION DRIVEN in her health.
In this episode, we dive into:
How God speaks to us
What it can look like to receive direction from God for your health
The goodness of God
How to begin to hear from God for your health
I can't wait for you to listen!
Scripture on hearing God through dreams:
Genesis 15:1
Genesis 41:1-7
2 Samuel 3:2-15
1 Kings 3:4-15
Daniel 2:19, 28
Amos 7:1-9
Matthew 2:12
Matthew 2:13
Matthew 27:19
Acts 18:9
Connect with Carlie: carlieharford@gmail.com
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When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:
1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional
In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here.
2. Join my free Facebook group, The Made Well Mastermind
In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here.
3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course
This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here.
4. Apply to work with me and my team directly
In the Sustainable Health Transformation 16 Week program clients receive hands on support in creating a healthy lifestyle that fits their unique context. Whether your goal is to lose weight, increase your energy, or create healthy habits you'll keep, the Sustainable Health process guides you into a way of eating, exercising, and thinking that partners with God and His grace for results that last. For more info and to apply, click here.