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Janet Brown's devotional book, Divine Dining, was a great encouragement to me . . . .
I have struggled with weight loss issues most of my adult life. As I read each entry,
I realized I had not made God my partner in my attempt to lose weight and adopt a different
attitude about the priority of food in my day to day living. I am looking forward to using
this devotional each morning to assist me in adapting a life style that gives glory to God.
~ Sue Watson
If you're one of those people who have tried diet after diet that didn't work, or if you
lost pounds only to gain them back again, or you're staying you "have to go on a diet,"
then Divine Dining is the book you need to have-and read. Divided into 365 easy-to-read
devotionals, the author—who has been there, done that—shares the secret to how she took
off 95 pounds and kept them off. Brown teaches weight loss classes and, after reading this
book, you'll see that she practices where she preaches. The book is not only informational,
but inspirational.
~ Donna Clark Goodrich
Book stores, both brick and mortar and online, are filled with devotional books, daily scripture books,
and books of encouragement on just about every subject you can think of. Author Janet K. Brown's
Divine Dining: 365 Devotions to Guide You to Healthier Weight is one of the best devotional books
I've read.
Okay, I admit I'm a sugarholic. Anything sweet, especially chocolate, calls to me. I also admit that
I've never had a weight or overeating problem. I try to eat healthy foods, except for the sugar, of
course. So why does this book appeal to me? First, the author starts each day's devotion with a
scripture. These verses from the Bible apply to all aspects of our lives, not just what we eat. For
instance, we read on June 15, John 15:6 "If a man abide not in me, he is cast forth as a branch,
and is withered and men gather them and cast them into the fire, and they are burned." Next, the
author tells a short story relating to this verse and how she applies it to her life. She closes
with a prayer. She does each day of the year this way, with stories and her experiences. And
there's something there for everyone.
I could go on with other great examples, but you'll enjoy Divine Dining more if you read it
for yourself. I think you may see similarities to your life in some of the stories. I have. This
would make a great gift for friends and family, especially those struggling with a difficult issue
in their lives. The book will help them realize they're not alone and with God's help they will
succeed in achieving their goals. Why not pick up a copy for your local library and your church
library, as well as for your own?
~ Beverly's Reviews
In Divine Dining Janet Brown shares her personal struggle and triumph on the weight
loss and healthy living journey. The devotions go hand in hand with her success. There are
so many weight loss books out there. It's nice to see a devotion based on the walk of
someone who's actually struggled and won the battle.
~ M. E. Lee "Books Rule!"
If you have trouble staying on a diet or losing weight, this is the book for us. It gives
good advice coupled with examples to help you finally win the battle to lose weight and
keep it off. It doesn't only apply to overeating but can apply to other kinds of addictions too.
~ Margaret Daley
Losing weight is a daily battle with our minds. We have to set our mind on the right track
daily. This devotional helps me prepare for the daily battle of losing weight, keeping it
off, and working toward my goal by starting my day with a positive mind and spirit. It's
so easy to get tripped up if I go on a "diet". But if I'm making choices to protect and
provide for my body each day, I'm not dieting. I'm nourishing and encouraging myself, my
family, and my dreams. I love how Ms. Brown helps the reader really look at the attitudes
that sabotage weight loss. The battle with weight is done in the mind, not on the scale or
in the mirror.
~ Angela Breidenbach
This author has written another great book. I keep this next to my recliner and read it every
morning before I start my day. I write down the prayer and have it in my scrub top throughout
the day for those rough moments, or when I just need a reminder that I can do this.
~ Michelle Shea
The book, Divine Dining, is not only helpful for those of us who are in need of guidance
for ways to yield eating habits to the Lord, but also a wonderful devotional book, to just draw
nearer to the God Who loves and cares about every aspect of our individual lives. I highly
recommend it to anyone who is seeking a closer walk with Him, but also a better way to look at
weight gain-loss . . . God's way!
~ Barbara Cockrell
Divine Dining is a devotional book that has words of encouragement for each day of the
year. It is a book that can be used year after year to help anyone who wishes to eat to live
instead of live to eat. Janet has a scripture verse for each day, which I am in awe she could
find that many that would fit the topic. There is a short article that follows to give the
reader things to think about. She concludes each day with a short prayer for the reader.
I have known Janet personally for many years, including the time before she lost all the
weight. I can vouch for the fact that she has fought and won the battle against being
over-weight. I also know she continues to follow a healthy pattern of eating every day.
She has recently started a weight loss support group at her church. Janet is dedicated
to maintaining her own weight loss and encouraging the weight loss of others by depending
on God to help those who wish to change their patterns in life.
I believe her book would help anyone who struggles with over-coming a bad habit or life style.
~ Moonine S. Watson
I know when I read each daily devotion, that it will help my day get started off right. I
enjoy reading the stories that the author experienced throughout her life. It's really a
good insight into a daily dose of healthy living through a Christian perspective. I have
read other daily devotional books, but nothing like this one. Hats off to the author and
I can't wait to read the next one!
~ Christie
Janet Brown's Divine Dining is a refreshing devotional that gets to the heart of a
struggle so many have and so few are willing to address. Acknowledging that our battle
with the bulge is often not only a physical battle but a spiritual one, Brown's book
provides daily inspiration and helps you turn your focus where it should be, on the
one who gives us the strength to overcome every battle. This book is a simple delight
and a wonderful way to start your day.
~ Leah Wilson
I have in my personal library inspirational devotions to help me pray for my husband, my
children, my church, the world and even how to pray for my pastor and his family. Finally
I have an inspiring devotional that helps me pray for me. I have struggled with my weight
as long as I can remember. Finally there is a devotional that is directed at the core of
my issue with obesity. One that is not another "diet" for me to follow until I "fall off
the wagon again". I am so thankful I was able to get this book and be able to include it
in my daily life changes to a healthier me, both physically and spiritually.
~ page2page
I read the devotion every morning to help me stay on track for the day. It is well
written and a great help for those of us struggling with weight issues.
~ gayle cleghorn
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