In my own weight loss journey, one of the problems I dealt with as I was slimming down was comparing myself to other people and learning to appreciate my own body. 

The following is a prayer I wrote to help myself in this area. I pray it encourages you as well. This prayer is included in my newest book, The Weight Loss Prayers: 30 Daily Prayers for Weight Loss Motivation.

Today's Prayer

I praise You that I am fearfully and wonderful made. Your work is marvelous and that my soul knows very well. Your word says that You rejoice over me with gladness and singing. 

Thank You for giving me this body as my home to live in while I am on this earth. Because I value Your gift, I do everything I possibly can to learn how to take care of my body and apply what I learn.

I no longer criticize my body. When I insult myself, I realize I am insulting the one whom You have created. My body is what it is today. However, I know that the choices I make today will either make my body stronger tomorrow or worse. 

Help me Lord to make wise choices in my health habits. Help me to choose foods that give me energy and vitality so that I can give my best to my spouse, family, friends, and community. Thank You for clothing me with strength and honor. Amen."

Be blessed in Health, Healing, and Wholeness,