Stewarding Your Body: Rejecting Idolatry and Neglect
When it comes to our bodies, we usually fall into two extremes: idolization or neglect. We either obsess over appearance and approval, or we spiritualize neglect and pretend health does not matter. However, Scripture does neither. The Bible never tells us to worship our bodies. At the same time, it never gives us permission to […]
Biblical Body Image: Seeing Yourself Through God’s Eyes
The author reflects on their journey toward viewing their body through a biblical lens rather than societal standards. They discuss struggles with body image and the realization that their worth is anchored in their identity in God, not appearance. Stewardship involves honoring the body as a temple, focusing on health and spiritual growth, and redefining self-worth away from cultural norms.
