Lose It For Life: The Total Solution--Spiritual, Emotional ,Physical--For Permanent Weight Loss

by Stephen F. Arterburn, Linda S. Mintle

The total solution - physical, emotional, spiritual - for permanent weight loss

Genres: Nonfiction, Health, Christian Non Fiction, Faith, Self Help, Christian

278 pages, Hardcover

First published December 28, 2004

About the author

Stephen Arterburn is the founder and chairman of New Life Ministries—the nation's largest faith-based broadcast, counseling, and treatment ministry—and is the host of the nationally syndicated New Life Live! daily radio program aired on over 180 radio stations nationwide, Sirius XM radio, and on television. Steve is also the founder of the Women of Faith conferences, attended by over 4 million women, and of HisMatchforMe.com.
Steve is a nationally known public speaker and has been featured in national media venues such as Oprah, Inside Edition, Good Morning America, CNN Live, the New York Times, USA Today, and US News & World Report.
In August 2000, Steve was inducted into the National Speakers Association's Hall of Fame. A bestselling author, Steve has written more than one hundred books, including the popular Every Man's series and his most recent book, Healing Is a Choice. He is a Gold Medallion–winning author and has been nominated for numerous other writing awards.
Steve has degrees from Baylor University and the University of North Texas as well as two honorary doctorate degrees. Steve is a teaching pastor at Northview Church in suburban Indianapolis and resides with his family in Indiana.

Reviews

[Carter Hemphill · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book provides good advice for people seeking to lose weight by addressing the underlying emotional issues that may be contributing to the weight gain. I thought I had purchased the main book (I checked again online to make sure that it wasn't the workbook), but much of the book was devoted to daily devotionals, a section for watching a video (not included) and for group discussion. The book was more like a workbook in that it contained daily devotionals, a space for watching the video and a lot of discussion questions. While I found some useful information, I would have preferred a more typical nonfiction book than a workbook.

[Joe · Rating 5 out of 5]

An underrated book that’s chock full of ideas and inspiration for those seeking a faith-based approach to losing weight. For seven years Mrs D & I taught a class at our local Church based on this book. Unlike many other so-called Christian weight loss programs, this one is genuine and based on science. Highly recommended if you struggle with weight control. One of the best to deal with emotional eating.

[Annie Wieler · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

[Lauren Sparks · Rating 2 out of 5]

#17 of 2020

[Brent Soderstrum · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like Stephen Arterburn and could stand to drop a few pounds so I decided to read this book. It is ok and it did get me motivated to lose some pounds but it is clearly written for people who are quite a bit overweight. It delves into the reasons behind overeating and how to overcome those demons. It also uses biblical passages to back up what is set out.

For me the most important thing I gained from the book is that you don't have to eliminate certain foods, just eat them in smaller proportions.

[Dale Stringer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this book! It actually addresses the reasons for not loosing weight. It would be a great book to help overcome any addiction. I would say, this book is BIBLE RICH! If you are an Atheist, you will shut this book down cold. But any Christian will gain a vast array of knowledge and help from this book.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not exactly the most entertaining book I've ever read, but has some good information and entwines spiritual and emotional aspects of weight gain and weight loss together with the physical part for a Christian body-mind-spirit approach, which I appreciated. Very comparable to a 12-step approach. Really should be used with the workbook to reap the most benefits.

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this book allot because it delves into the mental, physical and spiritual aspects of weight and eating issues. So far I connect with this author and feel like he understands allot about human nature and peoples issues.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a great book about weight loss. It didn't focus on any certain diet but instead makes you look within yourself for the reasons behind why you overeat. It encourages emotional, spiritual and physical healing while making changes that will have positive effects for life.

[Alison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good, practical advice that goes beyond the typical diet and exercise focus of weight loss. I was the organizer and data collector for our Biggest Loser 12-week Competition at work and our group lost a total of 185.6 pounds!

[Holly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really resonated with so much of this book. Now I have to get the paper edition so I can use the charts and questions to really make a significant impact. There is so much common sense information and many tools to use to make lifelong transformation possible.

[Elaine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book. I found it helpful even though I'm not obese, but would like to lose 10 pounds or so. It is geared more towards obesity though. To me, that's the only drawback. I love the way the author works to change our attitude towards food and exercise. Overall, a great, useful book.

[Sterling · Rating 3 out of 5]

Go through Kindle position 4076. A lot of good thoughts here, but I didn't survive a daily reading style. I wished the prices were more connected. So great content, but I couldn't figure out how to assimilate it.

[Laura]

Can't say whether or not it's effective in supporting a lifestyle change, but I'm optimistic...thus far a very thought-provoking read!

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some good points and introspective approaches to the weight dilemma. Not incredibly life changing.

[Bonnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Probably the best book I have ever read on weight loss and the stuggle.

[Lori · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a powerful study.

[D. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Does not go deep enough.

[J Crossley · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a standard weight-loss book.

[Rose · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ugh. It was a religious book with weight loss tips. Please god, make me thin!

[Carmen Grantham · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some valuable ideas on rethinking weight loss and keeping it off. But the biblical references didn't suit me. I listened to it on my walks so I just tuned out when they came up.