Lord's Table Testimony: Jennifer

I grew up in a Christian home where my dad struggled with his weight and an unhealthy relationship with food. Unfortunately, I followed in his footsteps and began struggling with weight and self-esteem when adolescence hit. When I was ready to go to college, I knew something had to change and I began counting calories. I lost weight, but wanted to lose more. I began to purge. I lost more weight and physically saw great results, but my relationship with God suffered greatly; inside my heart was scarred and dark. A cycle of bingeing, purging, and "repenting" went on for ten years. I wasn't overweight, but I was miserable, alone and deceived inside.

About a year ago, I felt God telling me clearly that I had a problem. I tried a radical "abstinence diet" that left me miserable and feeling like a failure. I tried other diet programs but again cycled through feeling weak and pathetic because I couldn't stick to it. A couple of months ago My husband found Setting Captives Free online and began a different section of the course. He knew about my battle with food and told me about The Lord's Table. I was SO ready to do it, but at the same time, apprehensive about this being another gimmick, or something that wouldn't last.

Fast forward 60 days, and here I am at the end of this course, ten pounds lighter, and I am FREE in Christ. Reading His Word every day and clinging to Him (especially during emotionally trying times) has revolutionized my life. I feed on Him, not on food. The Lord sustains me, not food. I have a relationship with God...not with food, and He is who I turn to for help, for problem-solving, and for comfort.

Praise the Lord for His unfailing love and faithfulness. He really does set the captive free!