In this episode of the Joyful Health Show, Kasey talks with dietitian Christa Smith about how to get connected in the local church and how to use your gifts to serve. Christa talks about the impact getting connected and serving in the church has on our physical and spiritual health as well as the health of the body of Christ. She explores the biblical support for meeting together and gives listeners questions to ask when exploring new churches.

Key Takeaways: 

• Getting connected in church and serving is beneficial for our physical and spiritual health as well as the health of the body of Christ.
• Truly believe there is more good in the church than bad
• Be willing to be hurt and disappointed and trust that the Lord has good things for you
   

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Thank you for listening! May this episode encourage you to connect with community and serve where God has you!

About Christa Smith, RD

Christa is a Registered Dietitian based just outside of OKC. She has primarily specialized in sports and human performance and gut health, working with a variety of clients and subspecialties, including disordered eating and impaired food and movement relationships. For the last few years Christa has taught at Cedarville University and consulted with the athletes there as well as provided services to her community and developed talks for her church and women's events. Her greatest pleasure has been working with Christian athletes and active individuals who are desiring to seek the Lord in their health and wellness journeys to ultimately serve Him with their whole hearts. Christa's husband is a theologian, professor, and book author and they share four amazing kiddos! In her free time you can find her spending time with them, playing outside, cooking, or finding some fun food to try.

You can work with Christa 1:1 through Joyful Health Co.

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Connect with Christa on Social at @christa_smith_rd

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Resources:

• Ep 27: How to Find and Get Connected with a Healthy Church Community with Morgan Angert
• 1:1 coaching with Christa Smith and the Joyful Health Course 
• The Body Blessings Course 

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