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Nov

A Prayer of Thanksgiving

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Spirit/Soul | No Comments »

We have so much to be thankful for.  I pray this psalm of King David  reminds us to focus on what is truly important this holiday season. Psalms 103:1-5 NKJV Bless the LORD, O my soul; And all that is … read more

Nov

Be Free—Forever!

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Weight Loss | 1 Comment »

I’ve got good news and bad news. The good news is the blood of Jesus paid the price for your freedom—from any kind of bondage. The bad news is for the devil because once you learn to walk in the … read more

Nov

Are You Hungry for God?

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Spirit/Soul | No Comments »

If we are not cultivating a personal relationship with God, there will be dissatisfaction in our lives that can manifest itself in numerous ways. From feeling frustrated to feeling unloved, from feeling tired to feeling hungry, a lack of spiritual … read more

Nov

Saturday Morning Speciality: French Toast

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Recipes | 1 Comment »

3 egg whites, or 1/3 cups egg substitute 3 Tbsp. skim milk ¼ tsp. ground pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp. almond extract 4 slices raisin bread Directions: Whisk egg whites, milk, spice & vanilla in a medium bowl. Dredge bread … read more

Oct

More Than Enough!

by Marty Copeland | Exercise, Featured, Spirit/Soul | 2 Comments »

It is on my heart to remind you that God is a God of more than enough. When Jesus said in John 10:10 that “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am … read more

Sep

Knowing God in Your Health Goals

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Spirit/Soul | 3 Comments »

As believer’s we have a right to live a long and satisfying life.  But God never intended for us to meet those goals and accomplishments through the realm of the flesh, through diets and exercise alone.  He called us to … read more

Aug

Drinking Water Is So Important!

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Nutrition/Weight Loss | 1 Comment »

Water dramatically affects weight loss. In fact, it is not uncommon for people to overeat simply because they need hydration. The consumption of eight cups of water per day is not only a health necessity, but it can dramatically affect weight … read more

Aug

Good Fats versus Bad Fats

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Nutrition/Weight Loss | 1 Comment »

Four Kinds of Fats This brief information about each fat and some of the foods that contain them is designed to help you make informed eating choices. Monounsaturated Fats—Best Fats Found in avocados, nuts, olives, olive oil, canola oil … read more

Aug

The Right Kind of Fat

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Nutrition/Weight Loss | 1 Comment »

It is vital to eat the good/healthy kind of fats, which are monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, in the right proportion to be healthy and lose weight. These fats help you feel satiated. For example, eating a salad with just lettuce, … read more

Aug

The Right Carbohydrates

by Marty Copeland | Featured, Nutrition/Weight Loss | 1 Comment »

This is a reminder that not all carbohydrates are equal!  While we should limit or avoid simple carbohydrates, our bodies do very well when we eat complex carbohydrates.  Complex Carbohydrates Complex carbs (as listed in Genesis 1:29) are extremely beneficial. … read more