I was in elementary school when I first remember being teased for my weight. I think I would have preferred sticks and stones cause those words certainly hurt me. But what man intends for evil, God can use for good.

Fast forward to 2012 when I launched Body Tithe University. The mission? Teach God-honoring, body stewardship principles to the church. As Believers, we are called to be salt and light to the world, honoring God with all of our mind, heart, soul and strength.

In order to honor God with our bodies, we have to keep Him at the center of our efforts and goals. By relying on the Holy Spirit to help us, we can use our bodies to bring glory to our Father, truly practicing faith-powered fitness.

I certainly can't claim I practice perfect body stewardship. I do know that I serve a perfect God with endless mercy and I believe He is honored by my efforts.