On this episode of This vs. That, we explore the concept of whole body theology and how it differs from the body positivity movement with bestselling author Lisa Whittle. We discuss her forthcoming book Body and Soul, which takes a biblical look at how God created us to be whole persons - body and soul.

We examine why simply having good feelings about our bodies isn't enough, and how understanding Christ's incarnation and "glorious exchange" provides a deeper foundation for how we view and treat our bodies. Through this conversation, we discover how whole body theology offers a path to true freedom that goes beyond cultural messages about body image, leading to a life lived for God's glory rather than appearance.

Book Resources Mentioned:

Body and Soul by Lisa Whittle

Jesus Over Everything by Lisa Whittle

The Hard Good by Lisa Whittle

Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund

Joni: An Unforgettable Story by Joni Eareckson Tada

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