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The Christian diet industry expands along with American waistlines, spawning new products and programs each year. In First Place: The Original Bible-Based Weight Loss Plan, Carole Lewis discusses the importance of giving Christ "first place" in life and of balancing daily Scripture study and prayer with healthy eating and exercise. It may not be rocket science, but half a million American Christians have found that the program works. Now that a book promises to take the program beyond its small-group church audiences and into a larger market, that number will likely increase.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

--This text refers to the Misc. Supplies edition.


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Describing herself as "fat and almost forty," Carole Lewis joined the initial First Place group at First Baptist Church of Houston in 1981. There she learned to give Christ first place in her life. First Place has since become one of the most successful weight reduction programs in the nation, spreading to all 50 states and more than 12,000 churches. Participants have lost 50, 100, even 250 pounds! But First Place is about more than losing weight; it's about gaining a life-changing relationship with Almighty God. Readers will learn how this carefully constructed plan for winning the fitness battle will help them to discipline themselves spiritually as well as physically, strengthening both body and soul. Includes many personal testimonies, the nine commitments, exercise basics and food exchange lists.
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  • Hardcover: 264 pages
  • Publisher: Gospel Light Publications; Revised edition (July 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0830728635
  • ISBN-13: 978-0830728633
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Program, March 28, 2002
By S. Birch (Corona, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: First Place Member Kit: The Bible's Way to Weight Loss (Misc. Supplies)
First Place is an absolutely awesome program, offering a balanced and spiritual approach to health and weight loss.

In the kit you will find a Member's Guide, which contains the essential information about the program, food and exercise plan, etc. There are also four motivating cassette tapes, 13 weekly commitment records, a neat little spiral bound Bible verse memorization book, and a journal in which to write your prayers.

The essence of this Christ-centered program is captured in nine basic commitments. These commitments include daily prayer, Bible study (using one of the First Place Bible Studies, such as "Life Under Control" or "Giving Christ First Place"), the memorization of one Bible verse/week, and daily Scripture reading--so it would be best to plan on setting aside some quiet time each day. Other commitments include a well-balanced food plan (similar to the diabetic or old Weight Watchers exchange program), regular exercise, and keeping a Commitment Record of your progress in all of these areas.

What makes the program work, though, is not the well-planned and reasonably priced materials. It's the fact that setting aside quiet time in this too-busy world to be alone with God will improve your life immeasurably. As you draw closer to Him, you will find that you develop and practice both self-discipline and gentleness with yourself.

First Place has a web site that offers the opportunity for support through various bulletin boards. I can attest to the fact that there are wonderful people on these boards, willing to support and encourage your efforts, and even to pray for you. ... There also is an online ministry available, for those who would like to practice the program, but who do not have a local group available. I belong to that, and have found it very helfpul. The web address for that is: rhbfirstplace.org

It has been less than 2 months since I first became acquainted with this program. I'm so impressed with the program that I'm planning on starting a local group shortly. My life has changed so much for the better in a very short time. A modest weight loss is just one of many blessings that have come my way.

May God bless your journey towards health and wholeness!

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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars giving God first place, January 19, 2002
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This review is from: First Place Member Kit: The Bible's Way to Weight Loss (Misc. Supplies)
When I joined first place, I mainly joined just wanting to loose weight. We are starting are third session now and the Lord has really worked in my heart and mind with scripture memorization and bible study reading verses, has all helped me more spiriturally. You need all four things in your life to be balanced, physical, emotional, spiritual and mental. With this you will see a lose in weight and a gain in understanding and feeling good with excercise. I am in this to be balanced and to grow. So far I have lost weight and still have more to go. Praise the Lord for First Place!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Program itself is excellent, but material include some non-essentials., September 10, 2005
This review is from: First Place Member Kit: The Bible's Way to Weight Loss (Paperback)
Why are you losing weight? To get ready for a reunion? To slim down for a family portrait? If you are looking for quick, short-term loss, this program is not for you. However, if you want to make a lifestyle change that will nurture you physically, mentally, and spiritually to be fit for a lifetime of honoring God, this is your program.

First Place eating guidelines are sound and moderate and satifying, but they are only part of the picture. This lifestyle change program also builds the habits of regular exercise, Bible study, prayer and Bible reading. The First Place program looks also looks at some of the ways we misuse food, using it to "meet" needs intended to be addressed by God.

This program is intended to be used in a group setting along with a weekly Bible study. First Place groups are meeting all over the country and provide accountability and encouragement. Generally they are free or very low cost, except for the initial cost of getting your materials, and the periodic purchase of additional Bible studies. To find a group in your area, go to www.firstplace.org.

I highly recommend this program. I have experienced success with it in the past and am enjoying it now. However I believe the Member's Guide (included in this kit) and the Bible study books (sold separately and also available here at Amazon.com) are the only essentials to do the program. For that reason, I wish the members guide was sold separately (it's not--I've looked everywhere), instead of as a part of a fancy kit. The other items are nice, but not essential ( For example, I can write a verse on an index card--I don't need a pre-printed pack! I can use a notebook for a prayer journal--I don't need a fancy hardback one.)

The First Place program is not magic; but if you buy this kit and make the commitment to follow and apply the principles in it, your life will be changed.
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I ordered three books. Two came in just a few days. The third one on back order but I knew this when I ordered it. The first two books came quickly and in GREAT shape.
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I was very pleased with the purchase, First Place: Lose Weight and Keep It Off Forever. Excellant condition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS THE OLD VERSION -- WARNING!
First Place is an excellent program.
**JUST BE WARNED THAT THEY HAVE COMPLETELY REVAMPED THEIR PROGRAM.**
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2.0 out of 5 stars useless
Well, you need to have this kit for the group, but the bible studies are not included, you can purchase the committment cards elsewhere, plus committment cards are included in the... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Marcy Darcy

3.0 out of 5 stars Good Product But Not What I Needed
I bought the First Place Member Kit: The Bible's Way to Weight Loss but it doesn't contain the workbooks needed for Bible study, so I returned it. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars First Place should be your First Choice!
When I decided I wanted to lose weight, I began to search for a Christian weight loss program. That's when I came across First Place. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Mama C

2.0 out of 5 stars NOT ONE RECIPE!
I appreciated the advice and explanation of the program, but I'd also mistakenly expected recipes....anything...something. Nope, not a one. It's a great program overview! Read more
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This study is an excellent way to learn about God and to build a reltationship with him, why you discover what is blocking your road to successful dieting and weight loss. Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars First Place Member Kit
The kit itself is excellent. This is a great tool for growth in good health ...physical and spiritual. However the bag that the kit came in, has fallen apart. Read more
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Amazon had the cheapest price for this product. I am very happy with it.
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