God recognizes our intimate need and desire for food. Scriptures
assures us that God desires to feed us, both physically and
emotionally (Matt 6:25; 25:35). Jesus called Himself “the bread of
life” and said that all who come to Him will never hunger or thirst
(John 4:14; 6:35).
God recognizes our intimate need and desire for food. Scriptures
assures us that God desires to feed us, both physically and
emotionally (Matt 6:25; 25:35). Jesus called Himself “the bread of
life” and said that all who come to Him will never hunger or thirst
(John 4:14; 6:35).
Yet even Moses noticed that some “shall eat and not be satisfied” (Lev
26:26). This dissatisfaction is usually an emotional one and can
manifest itself in bulimia, anorexia, or compulsive overeating. Satan
can find these weak links and use them to “sift you as wheat” (Luke
22: 31, 32).
Often we do not understand why we succumb to eating disorders. Even
the apostle Paul struggled with repeatedly doing things he did not
really want to do (Rom 7:15-25). When seeking recovery from an eating
disorder, first ask yourself, “Do I want to be made well?” Am I ready
to give up this frailty of character and even sin in my life? (see
John 5:6).
To find willpower against eating disorders, you must first desire to
be made well, righteous, and free of your addiction. The God is
faithful and true to help you battle these problems. You provide the
will, others provide encouragement, and God provides the power.
I had the pleasure of hearing a young
lady, by the name of Ashli Roussel,
speak at a Daughter’s of Light Meeting.
She shared her testimony of how
the Lord turned her ashes to beauty…
her guilt and shame to joy…
and how His love can heal.
Her book is not only for those with
eating disorders, but for ANYONE who
has STRUGGLES in life. There are
scriptures throughout and thought
provoking questions.
You can purchase a book through her
website at www.ashliroussel.com