On this episode of the Recover with God Podcast, host Jayme Muller goes solo again to talk about influencers and the power of influence in today’s culture. This chat includes Bible verses that talk about influence to point the conversation back to God and the truth found in His Word.

Other ideas covered in this episode include:

• Positive and negative influences

• Questions to ask when following an influencer

• The reality of influencer marketing

• The impact of diet culture on influencers’ content

• Biblical perspective on influencing others

• Praying for influencers and their followers

Other references from this episode:

• Statistics on diets not working long-term

• Statistics showing that 1 in 10 people struggle with an eating disorder

• Episode 10 on diet culture marketing tactics

Bible verses referenced in this episode:

• Romans 12:2 (ERV)

• Galatians 5:7-9 (EASY)

• 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NIV)

• Proverbs 27:17 (EASY)

• Hebrews 10:24-25 (ERV)

• Matthew 5:13-16 (ERV)

• Romans 12:21 (ERV)

How to connect with host, Jayme Muller:

• Jayme’s blog: https://adventureandthegirl.com

• Jayme’s Instagram account: @hopeandthegirl

• Check out Jayme’s devotional book Recover with God on Amazon here. *This is an Amazon Affiliate link.

• Sign up for Jayme’s newsletter for encouragement to live with ZEAL + a get freebie here. https://adventureandthegirl.com/free-devotional/

DISCLAIMER:

Jayme Muller is not a licensed professional, and even though some of the guests on this podcast are professionals, this podcast is not meant to replace therapy or a recovery program. The heart of this podcast is to spread hope and point you toward God, the ultimate rescuer and healer, to leave you feeling less alone, more hopeful, and one step closer to recovering with God.

Amie Shields is the founder of Charis Eating Disorder Care, the first and only nonprofit residential treatment center specific to EDs in the United States. Located on Amelia Island in Florida, Charis offers treatment for all types of eating disorders, pairing the highest clinical standards with the deepest Christian roots. From residential and PHP to outpatient and group support for family and friends, there is help for every need.

Plus, Amie is passionate to help make care more affordable for those with limited or no insurance.

On this episode of the Recover with God Podcast, Amie and Jayme talk about:

• Amie’s ED recovery story and how that led to founding Charis

• Real statistics on the cost and availability of residential ED treatment

• Services offered at Charis House and how faith is incorporated

• Experiential therapies in residential, PHP, and outpatient

• The truth that Jesus died so we can live in freedom and abundance

• Learning to untangle lies and believe the absolute truth of the gospel

• Encouragement for those in quasi recovery or experiencing relapse

• Support groups and resources for family and friends

• How to determine the level of care that’s right for you

• Charis’ plans over the next 5 years — to open a residential home for adolescents and also one for males

How to connect with Charis Eating Disorder Care:

• Website: chariscare.com

• Instagram: @charis.eating.disorder.care

• Facebook: Charis Eating Disorder Care

• YouTube: @CharisEatingDisorderCare

How to connect with host, Jayme Muller:

• Jayme’s blog: https://adventureandthegirl.com

• Jayme’s Instagram account: @hopeandthegirl

• Check out Jayme’s devotional book Recover with God on Amazon here. *This is an Amazon Affiliate link.

• Sign up for Jayme’s newsletter for encouragement to live with ZEAL + a get freebie here. https://adventureandthegirl.com/free-devotional/

DISCLAIMER:

Jayme Muller is not a licensed professional, and even though some of the guests on this podcast are professionals, this podcast is not meant to replace therapy or a recovery program. The heart of this podcast is to spread hope and point you toward God, the ultimate rescuer and healer, to leave you feeling less alone, more hopeful, and one step closer to recovering with God.

Lisa Whittle is a Bible teacher and best selling author of nine books and other bible studies. I’ve personally read two of her books, I Want God and The Hard Good. And you might have also heard of her book, Jesus Over Everything — which is also the title of her podcast.

On this episode of the Recover with God Podcast, Lisa and Jayme talk about:

• Lisa’s body struggles, including an eating disorder and disordered eating

• The story behind Lisa’s new Bible study: Body & Soul

• Finding freedom from the “weight of weight”

• Dealing with comparison, shame, self-loathing, body dysmorphia, and more

• Feeling overwhelmed by the overload of “health” information

• Understanding whole body theology and how it changes everything

• Role of the church in body conversations

• Negative effects of body positive culture

• The significance of the body / soul connection

• Roles we play vs the whole person

• How to have healthy body conversations with other women

• Significance of the crucifixion beyond eternal salvation

• Identifying half-truths that are not true freedom

• The truth about the phrase “you are enough”

How to connect with Lisa Whittle:

• Website: LisaWhittle.com

• Instagram: @lisawhittle

• Facebook: Lisa Whittle Official

• YouTube: @LisaWhittleOfficial

• Podcast: Jesus Over Everything

How to connect with host, Jayme Muller:

• Jayme’s blog: https://adventureandthegirl.com

• Jayme’s Instagram account: @hopeandthegirl

• Check out Jayme’s devotional book Recover with God on Amazon here. *This is an Amazon Affiliate link.

• Sign up for Jayme’s newsletter for encouragement to live with ZEAL + a get freebie here. https://adventureandthegirl.com/free-devotional/

DISCLAIMER:

Jayme Muller is not a licensed professional, and even though some of the guests on this podcast are professionals, this podcast is not meant to replace therapy or a recovery program. The heart of this podcast is to spread hope and point you toward God, the ultimate rescuer and healer, to leave you feeling less alone, more hopeful, and one step closer to recovering with God.