Welcome back to the "Compared to Who?" podcast! In today’s episode, host Heather Creekmore continues the Waiting for Weight Loss series, taking us through the third "exhale": Establishing Your Purpose.

Episode Highlights:


Heather Creekmore gets real about her longtime struggle with believing that she needed to “fix” her body before stepping into her God-given purpose.


She addresses the misconception that physical appearance is necessary for spiritual effectiveness, referencing Biblical truths and reflecting on Jesus’ own earthly life.


Do you ever feel like your body is an accident or a barrier to God’s plans? Heather dives deep into the theological roots of these beliefs and encourages listeners to release them.


Discover why God intentionally created your body for HIS purposes—not your goal weight, not your own timeline—and how the idea of stewardship is often misunderstood.


Real talk about shifting your focus: from waiting for weight loss to living out your calling, right now.


Listen for practical encouragement: Heather leads a breathing exercise to help you exhale the pressure and inhale purpose.

Key Takeaways:


God’s purpose for your life is not on hold until you hit a certain weight or achieve a certain look.


Your body was intentionally crafted, and you can embrace your calling today.


Stewardship of your body matters, but it shouldn’t overshadow all other gifts and stewardship principles—in fact, there’s no direct Biblical command to be a “good steward” of your body above all else.


The more you step into your purpose and gifting, the more you’ll find peace with your body image.

Join the Community!

What stood out to you in today’s episode? Has waiting for weight loss ever made you put off something God is asking you to do? Share your story and join the conversation with others who are also letting go of the wait. Visit waitingforweightloss.com and become part of our supportive community today!

Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to subscribe, and leave your feedback on the episode—we’d love to hear from you.

Welcome back to the "Compared to Who?" podcast! In today&rsquo;s episode, host Heather Creekmore continues the Waiting for Weight Loss series, taking us through the third "exhale": Establishing Your Purpose.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li>
Heather Creekmore gets real about her longtime struggle with believing that she needed to &ldquo;fix&rdquo; her body before stepping into her God-given purpose.
</li>
<li>
She addresses the misconception that physical appearance is necessary for spiritual effectiveness, referencing Biblical truths and reflecting on Jesus&rsquo; own earthly life.
</li>
<li>
Do you ever feel like your body is an accident or a barrier to God&rsquo;s plans? Heather dives deep into the theological roots of these beliefs and encourages listeners to release them.
</li>
<li>
Discover why God intentionally created your body for HIS purposes&mdash;not your goal weight, not your own timeline&mdash;and how the idea of stewardship is often misunderstood.
</li>
<li>
Real talk about shifting your focus: from waiting for weight loss to living out your calling, right now.
</li>
<li>
Listen for practical encouragement: Heather leads a breathing exercise to help you exhale the pressure and inhale purpose.
</li>
</ul>
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>
God&rsquo;s purpose for your life is not on hold until you hit a certain weight or achieve a certain look.
</li>
<li>
Your body was intentionally crafted, and you can embrace your calling today.
</li>
<li>
Stewardship of your body matters, but it shouldn&rsquo;t overshadow all other gifts and stewardship principles&mdash;in fact, there&rsquo;s no direct Biblical command to be a &ldquo;good steward&rdquo; of your body above all else.
</li>
<li>
The more you step into your purpose and gifting, the more you&rsquo;ll find peace with your body image.
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Join the Community!
What stood out to you in today&rsquo;s episode? Has waiting for weight loss ever made you put off something God is asking you to do? Share your story and join the conversation with others who are also letting go of the wait. Visit <a href="https://waitingforweightloss.com/">waitingforweightloss.com</a> and become part of our supportive community today!
<hr>
Thanks for listening! Don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe, and leave your feedback on the episode&mdash;we&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

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Are you a Christian woman who’s tired of measuring yourself by the world’s standards? Have you tried to “fix yourself” with willpower, self-help, or even Christian clichés—but still feel like you’re falling short?Do you know the truth of God’s Word, yet struggle to believe it in your daily life?

Bonus: Have you ever wished you could just pray your struggles away in an instant? (Your secret’s safe here.)

If you answered yes, then Compared to Who? is the show for you!

Each week, we tackle the real issues Christian women face—comparison, body image issues, performance pressure, insecurity, identity, spiritual maturity, and more—through a practical, grace-filled, gospel-centered lens. You’ll find encouragement to trust God’s Spirit, rest in His promises, and grow deeper in your walk with Christ.

I’m Heather Creekmore—best-selling author, speaker, and follower of Jesus. After decades of chasing approval and perfection, I discovered that true freedom only comes through surrendering to Him. Now I help women like you exchange striving for peace, insecurity for identity, and comparison for confidence in Christ.

Every episode is packed with relatable stories, biblical truth, and honest encouragement to help you stop living stuck—and start living free in Jesus.

Find out more about me and the ministry of Compared to Who? at: https://www.improvebodyimage.com

Want to join our podcast community on Facebook? Visit us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024

The go-to podcast for Christian women who want to grow stronger in their faith and stop living stuck in comparison!
Are you a Christian woman who&rsquo;s tired of measuring yourself by the world&rsquo;s standards? Have you tried to &ldquo;fix yourself&rdquo; with willpower, self-help, or even Christian clich&eacute;s&mdash;but still feel like you&rsquo;re falling short?Do you know the truth of God&rsquo;s Word, yet struggle to believe it in your daily life?
Bonus: Have you ever wished you could just pray your struggles away in an instant? (Your secret&rsquo;s safe here.)
If you answered yes, then&nbsp;Compared to Who?&nbsp;is the show for you!
Each week, we tackle the real issues Christian women face&mdash;comparison, body image issues, performance pressure, insecurity, identity, spiritual maturity, and more&mdash;through a practical, grace-filled, gospel-centered lens. You&rsquo;ll find encouragement to trust God&rsquo;s Spirit, rest in His promises, and grow deeper in your walk with Christ.
I&rsquo;m Heather Creekmore&mdash;best-selling author, speaker, and follower of Jesus. After decades of chasing approval and perfection, I discovered that true freedom only comes through surrendering to Him. Now I help women like you exchange striving for peace, insecurity for identity, and comparison for confidence in Christ.
Every episode is packed with relatable stories, biblical truth, and honest encouragement to help you stop living stuck&mdash;and start living free in Jesus.
Find out more about me and the ministry of&nbsp;Compared to Who?&nbsp;at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.improvebodyimage.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.improvebodyimage.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1758629449501000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0CbbfkEG9w0k4Z9QBqp5C5">https://www.improvebodyimage.com</a>
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Compared to Who? Body Image for Christian Women

Exhale: You Have Great Purpose Today, Waiting for Weight Loss Series Ep 5

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