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Created in the Image of GodTemple Keepers with Matthew & Leah Headden | Created In The Image of God 226Many Christians talk about the body as “the temple of the Holy Spirit,” but few know what it looks like to live that out in the middle of trauma, addiction, and everyday stress. Matthew Headden’s story brings the language down to ground level. Raised in a loving Southern Baptist home but never quite fitting the mold, he bounced between church leadership and rebellion—kicked out of school even as he led worship and graduated valedictorian. After enlisting in the military just days before 9/11, he spent years in combat, burying friends, taking lives, and watching others lose limbs and loved on...
2026-03-051h 05
The Wake UP Pray UP Boss UP PodcastGod's Design for Wellness: Pursuing Health as Worship with the Temple KeepersWhat if taking care of your body was the ultimate act of worship? Matthew and Leah Headden, founders of Temple Keepers, reveal how faith, science, and practical action come together to help believers break free from chronic disease, unhealthy habits, and generational cycles without guilt or burnout.As a combat veteran and recovered addict, Matthew brings radical redemption and expertise in health coaching, while Leah blends heart-driven leadership with strategies that make transformation sustainable for families. Together, they show how health is not vanity, it’s obedience, legacy, and honoring God through every choice.Learn ho...
2026-02-1441 min
Temple KeepersHow to stop eating at nightSend a textHere's the the real reason you can't stop eating at night and give you a 4-step battle plan to win the 10 PM pantry battle.JOIN THE ACADEMY (7-Day Free Trial)Click here to join hundreds of Temple Keepers in the Academy: https://thetemplekeepers.com/online-academy WORK WITH USApply to work with Matthew 1-on-1: https://thetemplekeepers.com/one-on-one-coachingChurch & Business Partnerships: https://thetemplekeepers.com/church-partnershipsFREE GUIDEGet our free "Becoming a Temple Keeper" guide: https://thetemplekeepers.com/guide LISTEN TO THE...
2026-02-1307 min
Temple KeepersThe Menopause Episode EVERY Christian Woman NeedsSend us a textIf you're a woman in midlife and it feels like your body has turned against you… I need you to hear me clearly.Your body is NOT betraying you. It’s speaking to you. And in this episode, Leah and I break down exactly what it’s trying to say.So many Christian women walk through this season alone, in shame, or feeling like they’re losing themselves. You’re not losing yourself. You’re being rebuilt. And today, you’re going to understand what’s actually happening inside your hormones, your m...
2025-11-1953 min
Temple Keepers21 Days of God Food - Kickoff ReplaySend us a textThis one is special. Day 1 of our 21 Days of God Food Challenge was pure worship and straight talk. We set the tone for twenty-one days of eating the way God designed. Not from fear. From freedom. Not for vanity. For stewardship. If you missed it live, start here and let the Lord realign your plate, your patterns, and your purpose.What we covered🙌 Why we’re here. Healing the body of Christ from the inside out so we can hear God clearly and serve Him fully.🥗 God Food defined. Single-i...
2025-11-0146 min
Temple KeepersKeri's Live Coaching Call: Losing Weight & Finding FreedomSend us a text If you’ve ever said, “I should be able to do this on my own,” or buried yourself in shame for starting over again… this episode is for you. Leah and I sat down with Carrie — one of our Temple Keeper Academy sisters — for a real, unfiltered coaching session. No polish. No performance. Just honesty, conviction, and the kind of hope that comes when you finally let God into the one area you’ve tried to control alone. Carrie grew up in diet culture. She performed for...
2025-10-2940 min
Temple KeepersUnder the Influence: Are you sober minded?Send a textFeeling foggy, exhausted, or distant from God? Matthew and Leah share how to renew your mind and body so you can live sober-minded, Spirit-led, and fully alive in your calling.Leah and I explore the powerful connection between science, scripture, and stewardship. ⚔️It isn’t just about avoiding alcohol; it’s about living with clarity in body, soul, and spirit.⚔️From 1 Peter 5:8’s call to be watchful and alert to the Greek word nēphō meaning calm, steady, and spiritually awake—this conversation reveals how your biology and theology are linked...
2025-10-231h 41
Temple KeepersWeakness is Worship (Academy Recording)Send us a text Most of us were taught that weakness is something to hide, be ashamed of, or overcome at all costs. But what if weakness isn’t your downfall… What if it’s your altar? In this week’s raw, honest, and deeply biblical episode, Matthew teaches from 2 Corinthians 12 and reframes weakness not as failure—but as the very doorway where Christ’s power walks in. 🔥 This message is especially for the one who feels tired. For the one who keeps quitting because they think they’re not strong en...
2025-09-2634 min
Temple KeepersSimplify Nutrition & Honor GodSend us a text Hey, it's Matthew here with Leah, and this week we unpack something you've all asked for: "How do I simplify my food when life is busy, noisy, and overwhelming?" If you've ever felt stuck with meal prep, battling late-night snacking, or just don't know where to start with healthy eating—this episode is for you. We break it down to three key questions: How would this look if it were simple?Does this choice glorify God?Is what I'm eating God-made—or man-made?Leah shares her supe...
2025-08-1453 min
Temple KeepersThe Word We Say: But Rarely MeanSend us a text This one starts when I tried to end it all.But it wasn’t just about addiction.This episode is about Surrender. Your plate. Your weight. Your pain. Your past. And how nothing really changes until you surrender. We’re talking about generational patterns, emotional eating, fake timelines, and trying to muscle our way to freedom. If you’re tired of white-knuckling it. If you’ve tried everything but you’re still stuck. If you want to lose the weight but gain your l...
2025-08-0220 min
Temple KeepersAfter the Diet: Live and UnscriptedSend us a textIn this raw and real episode of the Temple Keepers Podcast, I’m bringing you behind the scenes into a LIVE Q&A from our Thursday night Temple Keeper Academy coaching call.Mike Moss showed up with a powerful question—one that so many of us wrestle with: "How do I keep going after the hype is gone?"If you’ve ever struggled with starting strong and finishing weak…If you’ve ever let your health fall apart when the season changed or the stress hit…This episode is f...
2025-07-2322 min
Temple KeepersRethinking Emotional Eating: It's not your faultSend a textHave you ever found yourself eating when you weren’t hungry? Are you using food as a coping mechanism and calling it self-care?In this raw, real, and faith-fueled episode, we (Matthew & Leah Headden) dive into the roots of emotional eating—not just from a fitness perspective, but from a spiritual one. This isn’t just about food. It’s about identity, comfort, and learned behaviors we picked up from our homes, schools, churches, and culture. But here’s the good news: you’re not broken, and it’s not your fault—but n...
2025-06-1040 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 22: Caring for Your Borrowed BodySend a text Biggest Takeaway: You were never asked to be perfect—just faithful with what you've been given. Your body is not your own. It's God's temple. And it's time we start treating it that way.Episode Overview: In this powerful solo episode, Matthew Headden delivers a wake-up call rooted in Scripture, personal reflection, and hard data: we are not stewarding our bodies well—and that’s not just a health crisis, it’s a worship issue.Pulling from 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, the parable of the talents, and lived...
2025-05-1310 min
Temple KeepersPrioritizing Yourself, Is It Selfish?Send a textHave you ever felt like you’re drowning in responsibilities, constantly putting everyone else first—until there’s nothing left for you? Like you’re running on empty, trying to meet expectations, but forgetting that you, too, matter?Here’s the truth: Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s essential.God didn’t create you to be a machine, endlessly giving without refueling. He designed you as His servant, not a slave to exhaustion. When you prioritize your well-being—mentally, physically, and spiritually—you don’t just benefit...
2025-02-2128 min
Temple KeepersAre you a Temple Keeper?Send a textWhat does it mean to be a Temple Keeper—to take care of your health not for vanity but for vitality? To break free from the generational chains of poor health, sickness, and stagnation. To finally shift from ownership to stewardship—realizing that your body belongs to the Lord, and it’s your responsibility to take care of it.This episode isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. It’s about choosing daily to be the person God called you t...
2025-02-1523 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 19: Faith & Fitness: What Does God Say (E-Book Introduction)Send a textIn this quick episode, I read the introduction to my book:"Faith and Fitness: What Does God Say?" and give you a quick idea of who I am and why I care so much about you and this mission. The full Faith and Fitness book is available inside our Temple Keepers Community for you to listen, watch, or read anytime:👉 Get the Book HereKey Takeaways:✅ Your body is a temple—treat it like one....
2025-02-1006 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 17: Creating a Night Time RoutineSend a textHave you ever laid down at night, completely exhausted, only to find your mind racing and your sleep slipping away? I’ve been there, and I know how much it can throw off everything—your productivity, relationships, and even your connection with God.In this episode of The Inner, Outer, and Above Blueprint, Leah and I get honest about something we all need: rest. We’re breaking down how to create a nighttime routine that honors your body, prioritizes your mental health, and aligns with God’s design for your life.This...
2025-01-1816 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 16: How to win your morningSend a textIf your mornings feel like a mad scramble, you’re not alone—but it doesn’t have to stay that way.In this episode of The Inner, Outer, and Above Blueprint, Leah and I break down how to transform your mornings into a time of purpose, peace, and productivity. We’re not just talking about quick fixes—we’re talking about aligning your mornings with God and setting the tone for an intentional, impactful day.Here’s what you’ll learn:How sta...
2025-01-1112 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 15: New Year New Me - It's BiblicalSend a textNew Year, New Me? It’s Biblical!In this inspiring episode of The Inner, Outer, and Above Blueprint, Matthew and Leah Headden dive into the concept of renewal as we step into 2025. Drawing from biblical principles, they encourage listeners to reflect on what it truly means to transform their lives with faith, intentionality, and positive habits.The conversation focuses on embracing the new year with purpose, identifying areas for growth, and implementing actionable strategies to create lasting change. Whether it’s lett...
2025-01-0625 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 14: A quick look at 2025 with the HeaddensSend a textIn this heartfelt episode of The Inner, Outer, and Above Blueprint, Matthew and Leah Headden (formerly Leah Grasty) share their vision for 2025, focusing on authenticity, growth, and faith-centered living. This Christian podcast invites listeners into a candid conversation about the Four F's—Faith, Family, Finances, and Fitness—and how to live intentionally in these areas while honoring God.Key TakeawaysFaith First: Aligning life with God’s guidance is the foundation of the Headdens’ approach for 2025.The Four F’s Framework: Faith, Family, Finances...
2025-01-0308 min
Temple KeepersEpisode 8: Leah and Matthew ImpromptuSend a text In this special, impromptu conversation, Matthew Headden is joined by his fiancée, Leah Grasty, for a candid discussion on parenting challenges, particularly within a blended family, and the importance of leading by example in healthy eating and spiritual growth. As Matthew prepares to take on the role of stepfather to Leah’s three children, they explore the dynamics of family leadership, self-control, and the spiritual significance of making healthy choices in day-to-day life.Together, they emphasize the need for em...
2024-10-1330 min