"These principles are not only essential for disciplined eating habits, but also just life as a Christian. I need to come to the cross daily; it's where my new life started, my union with Jesus, and where I get my restart setting every single day. The cross is the starting point in my life map (Bible), where the compass and tour guide is the Holy Spirit. That's how I envision walking with the Holy Spirit. Warring against my flesh is that daily fight against my sinful and selfish self. Boy! was this hard, but a great hard. Like in a real war, there's nothing fun about being suited up, 20lbs of ammunition on you, in uncomfortable positions; this spiritual war is the same - watching, geared up, and ready to fight. I have never felt this free from getting on the scale. Some days I'm tempted/curious, but it's easily defeated with the truth that my heart feels lighter, and I physically feel lighter too. I feel reassured by this truth more than seeing a number, entering it on my fitness tracker, and having a second of self-glory instead of an all-day high of basking in God's love and truth. The hardest part for me was developing a battle plan with the Holy Spirit because my own voice/thoughts were getting in the way. But I like the idea of a plan for the week as it helps me know if I'm seeking the comfort/easy/self-gratifying route, and I can fight that off quickly. The rewarding aspect of this journey is the desire not to stop. I want to help others grow as I continue to keep growing. I know the importance of accountability and not feeling alone. I wished I had a partner but not having one sure challenged me and made me stronger. I highly recommend this course. The way that the course is introduced, lined up, and framed is perfect. I wouldn't change a thing. I encourage others as I encouraged myself to press on. These studies are good for my heart and spiritual growth, which way better than any 5 lbs I can shed in my own strength. This course was the final death to spending a dime more towards diet plans, meals, pills, gym, coaches, apps, magazines, and gadgets. Thank you, Lord, for loving me as I am and molding me each day to my best version. Amen!"