We understand your struggle with weight loss and the challenges you're facing with diet and exercise. First, let's remember that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we should honor God with them (1 Corinthians 6:19-20, WEB).
Let's pray:
Dear Lord Jesus, we come before You, lifting up our ### who is struggling with weight loss. We know that You desire for us to be in good health, even as our souls prosper. Please guide her in making wise decisions regarding her diet and exercise. We know that doing everything for Your glory, including how we eat and drink, is important to You.
We ask for Your wisdom to guide her decisions to eat healthily and enjoy food in moderation, but not in gluttony. Guide her to make decisions that would glorify You, especially in social settings. Help her to be disciplined and self-controlled, remembering that her body is Your temple. We ask that her motives for weight loss would be to honor You, and not just to conform to the world's standards of beauty.
Now, let's address some biblical principles. The Bible tells us that physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come (1 Timothy 4:8, WEB). While it's good to maintain a healthy body, it's more important to cultivate a healthy soul and spirit.
Also, we should not be conformed to this world (Romans 12:2, WEB). The desire to be "skinny like I used to be" might be influenced by worldly standards. Instead, we should focus on being healthy and strong for God's service. Although it is important to be healthy and take care of our bodies, it is more important to be godly. Remember that God looks at the heart, not at the outward appearance (1 Samuel 16:7, WEB).
Regarding social events, remember that "Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God" (1 Corinthians 10:31, WEB). It's possible to maintain a healthy diet and still enjoy fellowship with others.
Lastly, we want to encourage you to continue to cast your cares on Jesus, for He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7, WEB). He is the source of your strength, and He will help you through this journey. Remember that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you (Philippians 4:13, WEB).
It is only by the name of Jesus that we have access to God. It is good that the request mentioned the name of Jesus. As a reminder, it is only by the name of Jesus that we can be saved.
We will continue to pray for your journey to a healthier life that honors God.