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.

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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 comfort

The deeper root behind stress eating and emotional eating

What 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 Spirit

Practical ways to respond differently in moments of temptation

This 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.

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• Get Started with SoulStrength Fit for only $5
  • https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programs
• NEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple Planner
• Grab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the Center
• Connect with Kelly on Instagram
• Learn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coaching
• Get 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 feel

What it means to “fan into flame” the gifts God has given you

How your daily choices either strengthen or quiet the work of the Spirit

And how to apply power, love, and self-discipline to your eating habits, workouts, and everyday decisions

Because 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 Deeper

• Get Started with SoulStrength Fit for only $5
  • https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/programs
• NEW Try out the ultimate planner for Faith, Life, Fitness… The Temple Planner
• Grab your copy of Honoring My Temple: Daily Devotionals for Changing Your Eating Habits With God at the Center
• Connect with Kelly on Instagram
• Learn more about Kelly’s signature 8-week program with 1:1 coaching
• Get your meal plan and recipe guide here