Eat and Stay Thin: Simple, Spiritual, Satisfying Weight Control

by Joyce Meyer

Discover a life of eating well and feeling great. Many people think too often about eating, and whether it's five pounds, fifty, or more, they worry about losing weight. God never meant for food to be a primary focus. He intends for His children to enjoy all of life free from worry and fear, including constant concern over losing or maintaining weight. In this book, Meyer shows you how to stop thinking about food and get on with the rest of your life - free from bondage and filled with joy. With the sensitivity of one who struggled for years with eating and weight problems, Meyer blends her personal experiences with biblical revelations of how to enjoy food but keep it in its proper place.

Genres: Health, Christian, Spirituality, Inspirational, Faith, Self Help

Hardcover

First published November 15, 2008

About the author

Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, Joyce’s books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, Joyce teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.

Joyce’s programs, Enjoying Everyday Life and Everyday Answers with Joyce Meyer, can be seen around the world through television, radio, and the Internet. Joyce has authored more than 100 books, which have been translated into more than 100 languages and over 65 million of her books have been distributed worldwide. She teaches in cities across America as well as internationally. Joyce Meyer Ministries has offices in nine countries.

Joyce’s passion to help hurting people is foundational to the vision of Hand of Hope, the missions arm of Joyce Meyer Ministries. Hand of Hope provides worldwide humanitarian outreaches such as feeding programs, medical care, orphanages, disaster response, human trafficking intervention and rehabilitation, and much more – always sharing the love and Gospel of Christ.

Her latest book, LIVING A LIFE YOU LOVE, releases Spring 2018.

Hachette Book Group has sold over 30 million copies of Joyce Meyer's books.

Reviews

[Marnie (Enchanted Bibliophile) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Disclaimer: I’m sick of YO-YO dieting, so this year I’m going to read all the books I can
- to find a sustainable lifestyle that fits me. Whish me luck!

“God’s diet: good, sensible, healthy, Spirit-led eating mixed with a proper amount of exercise.”



Still on my hunt to find a healthy, sustainable lifestyle that suits me.
A lot of what I’m reading focus on Mind-set. And this book really doesn’t differ that much. The only difference is that now instead of relying on your own strength, you rely on the Holy Spirit to lead and help you.

A few things that stood out for me:
If your reasons become your excuses, you won’t change
You need to find the truth behind those reasons
And always keep reminding yourself of the lessons you learned. When ever you lose track or ‘fall off the wagon’, go back and read that book/article that helped you the first time again.
And the most important of all… ”I am fearfully and wonderfully made”

[Melissa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book says about the same thing as Bethenny Frankel's book, "Naturally Thin". It gives good, solid advice on how to eat healthy and maintain your weight, or lose weight, without being caught up in the vicious cycle of dieting.The difference between the two books is that of spirituality and faith and following what the Lord has said about eating and taking care of ourselves. The bottom line is that the advice and approach is correct -- and really simple. The book is well written and not long. I would recommend.

[Amy Flink · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sensible choice!! I just don't agree with eliminating any foods unless you totally don't like them or you are allergic. If they are high in fat, you can always cut them in half or get reduced fat!! I don't believe in all this food phobia nonsense that is going around. I do believe that we need to take care of our bodies though. Just not be prariboid. I love Joyce's sensible, reasonable approach to weight loss. Very practical yet not too strict. I also recommend Stormie Omartian's book Greater Health God's Way.

[Emi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okay. I love where she says to come boldly and without dear to the throne room of God and ask for his help and guidance. If that's all you get out of it great because if you truly go to God boldly and without fear He change you.
But the rest of it is eat low fat, count your calories but don't be in bondage to calorie counting but know nutrition labels. Read nutrition books.

It sends a mixed message.

[Bridget · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book

[Bridget · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joyce Meyer is very good at delivering thought provoking, yet practical, spiritual messages about living the best life that you can lead.

go to www.joycemeyer.org for more information

[Lora · Rating 5 out of 5]

It helped me get back on track... The Weigh Down messed me up. You do have to work to maintain shape, etc.

Started reading it again 12-28-09. A chapter a day :)

Finished it yesterday. Good book.

[Glenda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good book. Helped me re-focus on my health.

[Wyvonna · Rating 5 out of 5]

EXCELLENT READ

[CheRhonda Bowers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. Puts a different, we'll enlightening view on a healthy lifestyle.

[Amy Sjoquist · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good and sound advice.

[Michelle Stevens · Rating 5 out of 5]

wow, this should be on your to read list if you plan on losing any weight.

[Lenita Sheridan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twelve Reasons People Have Trouble Losing Weight

The only problem I saw with these reasons was that sometimes they overlapped. For example, emotional and spiritual neediness were both stemmed from having that God sized hole which many attempt to fill with food. In other parts of the book, passive eating and lack of self denial could be combined. If someone sets a cake in front of you, rather than passively eating it, you could practice self denial and say no to the cake. Other examples are too numerous to list.

Overall, this is a very helpful book. It is true, eating habits are a lifestyle, not a diet. Joyce Meyer carefully backs all her suggestions up with scripture. I will keep this book in my library and recommend it to others.

[Karol · Rating 5 out of 5]

Taking the time with God, exercise and choosing better food options. Very practical and reasonable.
First thing in the morning, I like to split my time on the treadmill between talking to God and reading a book of my choice to start my day with thankfulness, spiritual support, and personal joy.
Eat & Stay Thin served as a reminder that I can eat reasonably well and be satisfied if I take the time to focus properly and not jump on impulse for a quick fix to my hunger pains physical & emotional.

[Helen gipson · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was very basic information about diet and exercise. Some people are struggling with their weight because they have food sensitivity that requires lab tests and a personalized meal plan.y

It didn't address cortisone imbalance. Weight problems are not always caused be unhealthy rating and exercise. Sometimes it's what's eating the person.

[AngilaKay · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really good book about teaching you how to have discipline about what you put in your mouth. It teaches us to pray before we eat, and not be in bondage to food. It made me realize that God only gives us one body, and He holds us responsible for what we put in it. It is actually a sin to do anything knowingly to harm our body from things we put in our body.

[Anya potgieter · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book that have practical and biblical advice on how to loose weight and how to keep it off. She also teaches about the key reasons why people tend to overeat as well!

I always love Joyce Meyer’s book!!! They always inspire me and motivate me and bring me closer to god!
Can’t wait to read ‘If Not For The Grace Of God’ next.

[EDLundy-Veo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, but a little out-dated.

Not everyone wants to eat a lot of carbs; not everyone wants to eat low-fat. The important thing to remember is to pay attention to your body and eat according to what it NEEDS, not wants.

[Joyce E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good practical advice that makes more sense
than dad or crash diets. Very good spiritual connections that was very helpful. An enjoyable and beneficial read!

[Barbara Austell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing Read

Joyce Meyer tells you the blunt truth and it's always founded on the Bible. This particular book offers insight for practical ways to be mindful of eating.

[Heather Mary Baumgardner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, that was an eye opener!

[Anita · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book to fulfil the goal read a book you got at a used book sale. Found this one a the good will. It goes reasonably with the fast metabolism book i read earlier in the year, but involves god more. it has some good ideas. i tried some of them last night. instead of reaching for the nearest sweet i prayed instead. it helped, I didn't eat the sweet then, but an hour later i was hungry and ended up choosing Not that sweet, but probably something just as bad. lol. i'm a work in progress.

[Trysh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book looking for a diet plan. I found God's diet plan for me. Which is to let the Holy Spirit teach me what and how much I must eat for my frame.Thank you Jesus

Praise God. God is good. I found God's plan for my life. Thank you Joyce for this awesome book. Ha

[Wen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enlightening and great spiritual guide. Currently on a new life of eating and this book just gave more "meat" to my plan.