A Biblical Approach to God-Honoring Body Stewardship
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Founded in 2012, Body Tithe University is dedicated to teaching the principles of God-honoring body stewardship. Our mission is to guide believers in integrating faith with fitness, ensuring that every effort is centered on glorifying God. By fostering a community of like-minded individuals, we aim to inspire and equip you to live a life that reflects your commitment to honoring God with your body.
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Glycemic Index: What is it and does it matter?
Glycemic index indicates how a particular food will affect your blood sugar. But does that really matter and will a low glycemic index diet actually work?
Dietary Fiber: 6 Easy Ways to Get More
Dietary fiber is one of those subjects that most everyone knows is important, but not everybody knows why or even what it is. And who wants to talk about boring old fiber when there are brand new fad diets to try? But from a dietitian’s perspective, and more importantly, a mom’s, I think it’s worth taking a closer look at your dietary fiber needs.
Fitness at 40…
All my life I’ve been told to wait until ______________, then I’d understand. Boy were they wrong!
Don’t listen to the masses. I’m sure glad I didn’t.
What Leaders Are Saying
“In The Body Tithe Devotional, Matthew Pryor weaves inspiration and information to drive anyone with a body and soul to change. Matthew’s transparency, insightful tips and godly direction inspired me to take action.”

Kyle Idleman
Best-Selling Author |
Not a Fan
“Every person who uses The Body Tithe Devotional will grow and mature in their knowledge and understanding of living the Christian life. This will serve to both inspire and instruct the reader to be a happy, healthy person in Christ. I give it a ‘10’ for content, Scripture application, and ease in understanding.”

Josh McDowell
Best-Selling Author |
More Than a Carpenter
“I greet each New Year resolved to get in better physical condition! Do you? Unfortunately, our resolutions don’t lead to slim, physically fit bodies because we lack a plan to keep our commitment. In The Body Tithe Devotional, Matthew Pryor shares his realistic plan to improve our spiritual and physical fitness. Buy his book. Apply it to your life. You’ll be amazed at your new walk with Christ.”

Bob Russell
Best-Selling Author |
Acts of God
Effective tools and spiritual insights for your fitness journey.
- Take the guesswork out of fitness. Simplify the world of heath by learning what is most important.
- Get the tools and strategies you need to take action. Instructions and clarity you can quickly apply to your personal journey, written from a grace-filled perspective.
- A Holy-Spirit focused approach that works for any body. Practical steps you can take and principles you can apply that will minster to you: heart, mind, soul and strength.
Latest from Our Blog
Fitness Journey Phase 1: The Fire Phase
You’re ready to get started on your fitness journey. But are you aware of what lies ahead? How will you handle the ups and downs that come with the various phases? Getting Phase 1: Fire Phase right will make all the different. READ ON…
Is Your Sleep Making You Fat?
When trying to lose fat, people rarely think about their sleep. They think about needing to exercise more or eat healthier. These are both good things, but they’re not the complete picture. Sleep is the third leg of the fitness stool. Here are some of the reasons why. READ ON…
The 6 Phases of a Fitness Journey
Whenever somebody starts a new fitness regimen, they are going on a journey of sorts. Within that journey, there are emotional ups and downs. Being are of these 6 phases in a fitness journey enabled you to handle them with confidence. READ ON…
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You and God – together – can have victory in your struggle with exercise, nutrition, sleep and healthy living … spiritual health too.
In The Body Tithe Devotional, personal trainer and author Matthew Pryor directs you on a 90-day journey to build up your physical and spiritual strength. You will learn new habits and master new weapons to protect yourself for the rest of your life.