Is there help for eating disorders?

 Be assured that many of us care deeply for those suffering these difficulties. This serious problem affects 1 out of 10 women some time in their lives. Twice as many teen suffer from this. Although it is most well known among women, millions of men also suffer from eating disorders.

 Eating disorders can be very distressing, unhealthy and even deadly. They often involve complex emotions such as fear, guilt, shame, poor self-image, excessive perfectionism, faulty reasoning, medical problems, and unresolved spiritual issues. If you have a loved one who is suffering from an eating disorder, I strongly urge you to seek professional help. Below, I’ll list useful links that you can put into a Google search and find assistance, hope and education.

Jesus Christ understands your pain. He grieves for you and wants to heal you!

“… we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses…” Hebrews 4:15

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”  Psalm 147:3

He wants to turn your pain and suffering into joy and peace, and your fear and weakness into courage and strength in Him.

“My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense, I will not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, and my refuge is in God. Trust in Him at all times… Pour out your heart before Him.” Psalm 62: 5-8

“Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the one who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6

Helpful links (enter these words into a web search engine. There is a lot of help in both Spanish and English)

-         Bulimia nervosa

-         Anorexia nervosa

-         Overcome eating disorders

-         Anorexia survival guide

-         Overeaters anonymous

-         Compulsive eaters anonymous

-         www.freeofbulimia.com

If you’re reading this article and are experiencing this problem, know I love you and many more love you. If you have someone in your family suffering, know they are loved. Your pastor or priest love you and want to help. Don’t let another day pass without getting help.

None of us are perfect as individuals – nor are our marriages perfect.  As we work together to maintain our love and a strong marriage, our homes will be a good environment for growing and happy children.