Body and Soul
Hosted by Janet Taves, a registered nurse, and Jono Taves, a doctor of physical therapy, Body and Soul exists to inspire and equip believers to steward their whole lives—both physical and spiritual—with faithfulness and intention. Rooted in the truth that we belong, body and soul, in life and in death, to our faithful Savior Jesus Christ, this podcast explores how we can think biblically about our health and bodies in order to wisely number our days, live out the one anothers of scripture, and become wholeheartedly willing and ready to live for Christ in every season of life.
Body and Soul
Stewardship of Movement
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God didn’t just give us souls—He gave us bodies, and He designed them to move. In this episode, Janet and Jono explore how physical movement fits into the ordinary Christian life and why exercise can be an act of faithful, joyful stewardship rather than guilt or vanity.
Our bodies are intentional creations and gifts “on loan” from God. Movement can honor Christ, cultivate joy, and even train our souls through small, daily acts of endurance.
The conversation blends theology with physiology, unpacking how God designed the human body to move—muscles, brain, heart, and mind working together for strength, clarity, and long-term flourishing. They also address modern challenges like sedentary lifestyles, the intimidation of starting an exercise habit, and the importance of movement for children’s development.
Whether you’re new to exercise or looking to reframe it spiritually, this episode offers practical encouragement: start small, be consistent, and enjoy God as you move. Above all, it’s an invitation to steward your body with gratitude and honor God in it—today.
Referenced:
"A Little Theology of Exercise: Enjoying God in Body and Soul" by David Mathis"