I know people try all different, at times strange, things to lose weight-diet pills, fad diets, etc-but I was completely flabbergasted when I came across First Place, a program that uses a Christ-centered approach to weight loss. Praying yourself thin? What won't people try.
The program works by using "a weekly Bible study which—combined with prayer and Scripture reading—helps to impart God's strength, empowering members to overcome temptation and make long-lasting lifestyle changes." The program draws on the idea that your body is a temple, and, keeping the temple healthy (and svelte) is integral to being a good Christian.
Small groups of men and women meet at churches across the country to participate in the program. The program runs 11-13 weeks per session and costs $79.99 for the Member's Kit, $19.99 for a Bible Study Kit and an extra $10-$20 for additional start-up costs. Hmm, guess those pounds can't be shed by faith alone. In addition, members are asked to make nine commitments during the program (from the First Place website):
1. ATTEND a meeting each week.
2. ENCOURAGE one other person in your class weekly.
3. PRAY daily.
4. READ two chapters in the Bible daily.
5. MEMORIZE one Bible verse weekly.
6. Complete a weekly BIBLE STUDY, which takes about 15 minutes a day.
7. Follow the First Place LIVE-IT FOOD PLAN.
8. Keep a First Place COMMITMENT RECORD or food diary.
9. EXERCISE a minimum of three times a week.
Sounds like a pretty standard weight-loss program to me-eat right and exercise, but I guess a little divine intervention never hurt anyone. The website is worth checking out--especially the testimonials. Satan lives in your chocolate cake.
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