Your Daily Bread

What if the reason your health journey feels frustrating… isn’t your discipline—but your direction? In this powerful Holy Week conversation, I sit down with Christian dietitian and life coach Madison Perron to unpack what it really means to steward your body for the glory of God—not from control, but from surrender. We’re diving deep into the spiritual root of health struggles, the role of pride v...

“God saw all that He had made, and it was very good.” — Genesis 1:31 Before moving on, God paused. He looked. He declared it good. So why do we struggle to do the same? In this episode, we’re talking about negativity bias — our brain’s tendency to fixate on what’s wrong — and how it impacts our relationship with food, our bodies, and our progress. What You’ll Learn:   What Genesis 1:31 reveal...

"Eating clean" may sound healthy and righteous... but is this language leading to more guilt and shame, harming our relationship with food? In Acts 10, Peter has a vision where God tells him, “Do not call anything impure that God has made clean.” While this passage carries powerful implications about inclusion and the Gospel, it also dismantles something many of us still cling to today: labeling f...

In John 5, Jesus heals a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years — and then tells him to do something shocking: “Pick up your mat and walk.” The problem? It was unlawful to carry your mat on the Sabbath. Why would Jesus ask him to break a religious rule? Because obedience to Christ will always matter more than man-made regulations. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how following Jesus may ch...

If you’ve ever felt like a “bad Christian” because you can’t stick to a Bible plan… if your morning routine starts strong and fizzles out… if you feel frustrated with your brain and ashamed of your inconsistency — this episode is for you. We cover how to manage ADHD as a Christian, so you can partner with God instead of fighting your brain! “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made per...

When we call eating certain foods “cheating,” we may think it’s harmless—but Scripture shows us that cheating and unfaithfulness are never neutral. Jesus calls us to faithfulness of heart, not just behavior, and that includes how we relate to our bodies. In this episode, we explore why “cheat day” language subtly reinforces shame, secrecy, and self-betrayal—and how God invites us into a more integ...

If you always want a lil sweet treat... this episode is for you! This episode will help you decode your cravings (without shame)! Jesus reminds us that we do not live on bread alone—but on every word that comes from God (Matthew 4:3-4). That truth matters not only for our spiritual lives, but also for how we understand our bodies. Sometimes, even after a full meal, we still crave something sweet—a...

YAYYY Season 3 of the podcast is HERE! And we are recording in person!! God is so good! I've missed y'all! At the start of the year, it’s tempting to rush toward quick fixes—fast results, immediate change, and visible progress. But Scripture shows us that God is far more concerned with how something is built than how quickly it appears. In 2 Kings 12, we see the careful restoration of the temple u...

What happens when the very rules meant to keep you “safe” are actually keeping you stuck? In today’s powerful guest episode, Abbie is joined by Madison Cacciola CPT , a former macro tracker, personal trainer, and dear client, who vulnerably shares her journey from binge eating, food rules, and control to true food freedom in Christ. Madison opens up about why tracking felt necessary—how rules gave...

As we enter a new year and many churches begin prayer and fasting seasons, it’s important to pause and ask an honest question: Is this fast actually drawing me closer to Jesus—or pulling my focus toward food, weight, and control? In today’s episode, Abbie unpacks what Scripture really teaches about fasting—especially for those healing their relationship with food. This conversation is not anti-fas...

Merry Christmas Eve! Today’s episode is a special Lectio Divina -style meditation—a slow, sacred reading of Scripture designed to help you quiet your heart, refocus your mind, and enter Christmas Day rooted in the presence of Jesus. Together, we meditate on Luke 1:68–75 , a prophetic declaration celebrating that God has come near to redeem His people. Using the rhythms of Lectio Divina, Abbie guid...

Today’s episode is a POWERFUL, Spirit-filled conversation with Kalisha Price  — a faith-based nutrition + hormone coach whose testimony of healing from stage four endometriosis will truly reshape the way you see your health journey, your identity, and your body. Kalisha shares how God walked her through physical pain, misdiagnosis, anxiety around food, and even seasons of depression — and how...

As the new year approaches, the world is shouting “set goals!” — but as followers of Jesus, our first step isn’t action…it’s asking God for vision . In today’s episode, Abbie walks you through how to seek the Lord for His vision for your relationship with food and your body image in 2026 and beyond. Using Habakkuk 2 as our guide, we’ll learn how to position ourselves to hear God, how to remove dis...

If Thanksgiving brought up guilt, shame, overeating, or disappointment — this episode is for you. Today we’re walking through The Examen , a powerful Christian spiritual practice rooted in Psalm 139 that helps you reflect with God, receive loving correction, and keep growing in food freedom without condemnation. These holidays are not a pass/fail test. They’re practice. We’re not practicing for pe...

Today’s episode is your Thanksgiving pep talk — rooted in Scripture, not diet culture . We’re diving into 1 Timothy 4:1–5 , where Paul warns believers not to fall for man-made food rules and reminds us that: “Everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving.” Sis… that includes your Thanksgiving meal. - Your mashed potatoes. - Your pie. - Your stuff...

In today’s episode, we’re preparing your heart and your body for Thanksgiving — a holiday that brings joy, gratitude, and let’s be honest… a lot of food. If you’ve ever found yourself overly hungry, overeating, or curled up on the couch in pain afterward, this episode is a gentle invitation to try something different — something surprisingly simple, profoundly biblical, and deeply effective. We di...

This week, Abbie sits down with Registered Dietitian & faith-based health coach, Madison Andres , for a powerful conversation about weight loss, worship, and renewing your mind through Scripture. They unpack what it means to be a living sacrifice in your health journey and how to discern whether your desire to lose weight is rooted in freedom or fear. Madison walks us through 8 powerful questi...

The holidays can bring so much joy… and so many triggers. Whether it’s comments about your body, old family dynamics, or pressure to “perform,” you’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to walk into those environments with peace, power, and presence—because the Lord goes before you. 🙌 You’ll learn: 🕊️ Why God sometimes sends you back into old environments to redeem what once h...

Do you ever wonder what it really means to pray without ceasing ? Like, how do we do that when we have jobs, families, and dishes to wash? 😅 In this episode, we’re diving deep into 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 and unpacking what Paul meant when he said to “pray continually.” You’ll learn how to build a daily dialogue with God — not just through quiet time, but through every moment of your day. When yo...

We live in a world that glorifies hustle—but God’s Word says something radically different. Psalm 127 reminds us that “unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” In this episode, we’re unpacking what it really means to rest in God’s design—not as laziness, but as holy dependence. You’ll learn: 🌿 Why rest is an act of faith, not weakness 🏋️‍♀️ How to know if you’re exercising,...

Have you ever felt like if you can’t do it perfectly , it’s not worth doing at all? Sis, that’s not faith — that’s pressure. And today, we’re breaking free from the all-or-nothing mindset with a fresh look at God math . ✨ In this week’s episode, we dive into the story of the widow’s offering (Luke 21:1-4) and how God multiplies what you’re willing to give Him — even if it feels small. Because He...

Today, I’m joined by my dear friend and colleague Geta Barbu — gut health practitioner, nutritionist, and faith-filled truth-teller — for a raw, convicting conversation about what’s really going on in the wellness industry. We’re unpacking 8 wellness trends that Scripture actually warns us about , including: ✨ Idolatry of the body ✨ False prophets + empty promises (hi, TikTok detox kit...

What’s the most important prayer you could ever pray? According to James 1:5, it’s the prayer for wisdom. And the beautiful truth? God promises to give it generously to anyone who asks—without finding fault. 💖 In this episode, we’re diving into: 📖 Why James 1:5 is one of the most powerful prayers in Scripture 💡 How asking for wisdom changes the way you steward your body, relationships, and deci...

How do you know if that voice in your head is you , the enemy , or the Lord ? 🤯 It’s one of the biggest questions I get—and today we’re diving into it head-on. In this episode, we’re unpacking Colossians 2:20-23 —a passage that has been an anchor for this podcast and my ministry—and applying it to the question of discernment. God’s voice never contradicts His Word, never leads to shame, and alway...

Do you ever feel like you’ve “failed” when you backslide into old habits with food, exercise, or faith? Sis, you are NOT a failure. 🙅‍♀️ In this episode, I share a powerful reframe the Lord gave me: it’s not failure, it’s feedback. Every slip-up is an opportunity for sanctification—an invitation to look more like Christ. ✝️ You’ll learn: 💡 How to reframe your struggles as data, not defeat 📖 Why...