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In this episode, Cher explores the biblical and spiritual foundations of caring for our health and bodies. She ties scriptural insights to practical principles on how we can steward our physical health as an act of worship and obedience to God. Main Topics: The biblical view of stewardship and its relevance to health and food choices The design of the human body as God's creation and its implications for nutrition The spiritual significance of our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit How modern food practices diverge from God's design and the impact on health Practical steps for intentionally nourishing our bodies in line with faith Timestamps:  00:00 – The biblical perspective on food, stewardship, and health  00:26 – Importance of grace and humility in health journeys  00:35 – Introduction to episode 116 and subsequent episodes  00:47 – The call to steward our health as believers  01:05 – Does God speak about specific diets like veganism?  01:33 – The significance of caring for the body as part of serving God  01:40 – The importance of stewardship of health  02:17 – How understanding Scripture influences our lifestyle choices   02:46 – Biblical principles on lifestyle stewardship and holiness  03:05 – God's sovereignty and divine design of creation  03:31 – Our holistic constitution: soul, body, spirit, and purpose  03:57 – Ephesians 2:10 on being God's workmanship  04:19 – Recognizing our purpose and identity in Christ  04:48 – The parable of the talents and our divine responsibilities  05:38 – The urgency to live actively and faithfully in stewardship  06:04 – The coming of Jesus and accountability in our health  06:29 – Laziness versus active obedience in using our gifts  06:55 – The believer's identity and the call to stewardship  07:23 – Recognizing our purpose and God's plan for our lives  07:51 – The significance of caring for our bodies as temples  08:17 – The dangers of neglecting health and spiritual complacency  08:45 – The consequences of burying our God-given talents  09:14 – Redemption, purpose, and the physical body  09:38 – The body as a tent and sacred temple of the Holy Spirit  10:04 – Practical implications of lifestyle choices and health  10:31 – The link between mental health and physical health  10:58 – The importance of intentional input—food, media, and environment  11:23 – The intertwined nature of the physical and spiritual life  11:46 – The importance of honoring God's creation through wise choices  12:12 – God's provision of food and the role of animals in His design  12:33 – The significance of sacrificial lambs and Christ as the ultimate sacrifice  12:57 – Old Testament practices pointing to Christ’s atonement  13:22 – The significance of the Old Testament and foreshadowing of Christ  13:48 – The dietary commandments and God's design for food  14:11 – The symbolism of Passover and God's instructions  14:34 – The importance of seeking God’s design in our food choices  15:00 – Defining food as that which provides necessary nutrients for life and function  15:24 – The biblical perspective on what God intended for food and health  15:46 – Recognizing that everything we consume impacts our physical and spiritual health 16:10 – The modern distortions of God's original design for food 16:20 – The importance of stewardship in how we approach health and nourishment  16:43 – The impact of man-made food innovations on gut health  17:06 – The connection between gut health, emotions, and mental well-being  17:32 – The upcoming focus on stewardship beyond finances and the enemy’s role  17:56 – Practical actions to align our lifestyle with biblical principles  18:15 – Final encouragement: Your life and health matter—steward them well    Resources & Links and Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 2:10 Scriptures referenced: Colossians 1:16 All things were made for him Ephesians 2:10 You are his workmanship Matthew 25:14-30 Parable of the Talents Galatians 2:20 New life in Christ Ephesians 5:8 Children of light Psalm 107 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so 2 Corinthians 5:1 earthly tent 1 Corinthians 6:19 temple of the Holy Spirit Exodus 12 The death angel and Passover Genesis 3:21 God using animal skins for covering Leviticus and Sacrifice Principles The Significance of Passover Other Episodes Mentioned : Episode 1 Welcome to the Style and Stewardship Podcast Episode 2 The Call to Stewardship Connect with Cher: Schedule a Free Discovery Call Instagram Website