Reasonably Thin [Paperback]

Jesse Dillinger (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 2004

Reasonably Thin takes you step by step through the process of making this area of your life bring glory to God. Beginning with your thoughts, feelings and then behaviors--Reasonably Thin teaches you to change from the inside out rather than the outside in. No matter where you are in your spiritual journey, Jesse Dillinger invites you to share the experience of soaring beyond dieting, and learn to live free from the bondage of food. Then and only then, can you become and stay reasonably thin--the weight that is reasonable for you.

Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers (July 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0785270620
• ISBN-13: 978-0785270621
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #951,285 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Powerfully useful in so many areas of the Christian life!, January 29, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Reasonably Thin (Paperback)

As someone who has struggled with ten to twenty pounds for fourty years, I have read just about every book on the market and tried most of the diets-diet pills, etc.. My journey has been more because of wanting to be my best as a Christian and feeling that that is my responsibility, than with vanity. Reasonably Thin, by Jesse Dillinger is the first book I've read which takes the approach of bringing God maximum glory by eliminating the issue rather than trying to control it. This thrills my heart, as this is my goal for my life- to bring him maximum glory. I think chapters 10 and 11 where she deals with Eve's part in all of this and talks about eating for illegitimate reasons are brilliant. Her insights throughout the book are remarkably revealing and helpful to all the areas of my life. This book is extremely deep in its implications yet so easy to read and understand that a child could manage it. Great writing - easy reading and powerfully useful to the Christian life. I hope Ms. Dillinger writes many more books! Everyone could use a therapist like her!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars OUTSTANDING!!!!!, March 12, 1999

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This review is from: Reasonably Thin (Paperback)

I loved "Reasonably THIN". I wish I had found this book a long time ago. I loved the case scenarios. I want to move to San Diego so I could counsel with Ms. Dillinger on a regular basis. The book really touched my life, and I plan to buy a copy for a friend, as well as one for my sister. Please keep writing, I'd love to read more.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful resource for those struggling to live a godly life, October 29, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Reasonably Thin (Paperback)

The author, a Christian counselor, provides encouragement and advice through a Bible based approach to problems related to food (over-eating or under-eating). While similar in tone to the Weigh Down Workshop, this book manages to take the focus off food and hunger. The reader is reminded that the goal of a Christian's life is to live to glorify God. God wants us to be happy, not burdened by guilt over poor eating habits. Bible study and prayer are essential elements and many examples are given in the text.

As someone who has, for years, given food power over my emotions, Ms. Dillinger provides sensible guidelines for future sprititual growth. I thank God that this book was published. It will minister to many people, I'm sure.