This was a lovely book. I love that it’s so God centered and I really resonated with the author. It also made me think about my habits and how to adjust my mindset to care more for my body.

I really enjoyed this book and especially enjoyed that it was from a Biblical perspective. There are so many different fad diets and exercise strategies these days, it can be very overwhelming. “Be Good To Your Body” touches on the subject of conflicting health advice as well as how our society has set our modern day beauty standards, often unrealistic ones.
One of the biggest takeaways I took from this book is the question, “Did God create it?” In regards to diet, this really helped me when looking at my diet.
I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more form the author in the future. Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for sending me an ARC of this book.

Be Good to Your Body: Getting Back to God's Design in a World of Wellness Trends, Quick Fixes, and Conflicting Health Advice by Jordan Lee Dooley is a guide to learning about the body God gave you and how to best take care of it. This book tries to sort through all of the health messages we receive constantly in this world. Jordan brings clarity and light to this situation, imparting the wisdom she has gained from her own life struggles. I think readers will enjoy this book and her perspective that simplifies health and how we approach it. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

I have followed Jordan’s journey for quite some time now and just love seeing the balance of seeking health and also be aware of truth. I appreciated the draw back to scripture in times of seeking answers and feeling lost in this world. I really commend Jordan for being so vulnerable in this with her personal journey in health/wellness. It is refreshing to read a perspective on stewarding our bodies well, but also being cautious of what we may idolize over Jesus. It can be a slippery slope without the centering of truth, which she reflects on. I love her knowledge in this sector of health!

"I thought my body was failing me, when in reality it was fighting for me."
I have read Jordan’s other books and followed her on social media for a while, but I think this book is her best project yet! Her passion for both wellness and serving the Lord with one's life just shines through! The ideas of changing your mindset from "fixing" your body to supporting it, and really partnering with God in your heath and welness journey are what stood out to me the most. Personally, I feel that with some of the phrasing, Jordan seemed very against modern diet culture, and while I agree with that sentiment, it felt thst she kind of vilinazed specific diets sick as Paleo, Whole 30 etc. And as someone who eats a Paleo diet as recommended by my doctor and have seen huge improvement in my health because of it, I thought this was unnecessary. Thank you so much NetGalley for the ARC!

A fantastic read!
This is a great resource for Christian women who need a reminder to not let the pursuit of physical well-being, which is good in moderation, ultimately take over your life. Jordan is realistic, honest and I will be looking forward to reading more from her!
Thank you Waterbrook for the advance copy! ✨

Balanced approach to pursuing health for God’s glory rather than our own. 3 out of 5 stars because the exegesis of Scripture felt stretchy at times and thus preachy in tone. I think women just getting into the “crunchy” lifestyle (kudos to Jordan for not using that term though) will enjoy this book.

Be Good to Your Body by Jordan Lee Dooley is an encouraging non fiction book about the author's experience trying to solve her own health issues (which are common to many women but are often dismissed), the things she learned to manage it, and ultimately how it shifted her perspective on whole wellness and how it influences our faith as well. Her main point is that for so long, women are told band aid solutions, or that these things are just in our heads. Dooley experienced that, thought she just wasn't doing enough and could never figure it out, then found a different way.

(Though honestly, there was nothing new in this book - I learned of these things a decade plus ago - the difference is what drives one to find it, and everyone is on a different journey to figure out how to better, holistically, take care of a body).

Dooley focuses on where things have gone wrong, and how to instead pursue our own health - as an act of worship of the One of created us, rather than an idol we chase. She covers stewardship, diet culture, and daily tips to this effect. She asks questions about why we have these issues as women, and where we should look to for answers instead - in Scripture. Without that foundation, it is easy to get lost and confused, and to focus on the wrong things.

In the book she rambles a bit and lets you in to her own thought process behind learning some of these things. For so many people though, this is nothing new - we have had these same thoughts a deade or more ago. It only hasn't been "marketable" to the extent that it is to sell this information in a book, until today. Everyone is interested in more alternative solutions now because we know the prescriptions aren't cutting it, not to mention the dirt picked up in the news from some of those medicine-drug companies and their practices. Natural solutions are mainstream today, when they were fringe a decade or two ago - just look at the local bookstore or top rated podcasts, even how big the wellness industry is, and all those "natural" MLMs. Sure I have thoughts about this shift in culture, but I digress.

If I read this book a decade ago, it would have been groundbreaking. Reading it today, it sounded incredibly repetitive. It was also very, almost forcibly, like a "coffee chat" type of girly book, where the author writes these things about you, the reader, explaining her target audience, and then offers these solutions. It sounds like a sales pitch, and while it can be relatable, it's incredibly tiring. Why do women's issues nonfiction books still approach introductions that way again? I know she is an entrepeneur and she sells "natural" skincare (Crunchi isn't completely clean), and she has also done her own thing in business for a number of years, overcoming incredible odds and becoming quite the savvy businesswoman, but its predictable and icky to read something in that tone as a woman. It's an aspect of this book where you will learn to read it and read past some things, such as the girlbossy-tone, to get to the meat of the content, if that makes sense. It does change slightly how I receive the content. I did notice this about her first book also, Own Your Everyday, as well as some of her Instagram posts that just turn into sales pitches.

I do have to acknowledge that it takes a lot to be vulnerable and put your own incredible personal and heartbreaking story out there in book form for all to read. That is what led her down this path in the first place. I have incredibly sympathy for the losses she walked through and the acne and hormone issues - I know all that too well, and reading those parts did make me emotional also.

As Dooley ultimately states: We shouldn't be punishing our bodies for not behaving the way we think, we should instead seek to steward them well and learn the root causes of issues, and how to best nurture them, guided by what we read in Scripture. Go back to the way God intended us to think, live, eat, and more. Yes, ecstatically yes. If you are new to this idea, her book is a great place to start. (I do think it is actually written for those who are only just thinking about more natural solutions and how faith plays into it, not those who have known about this and lived this life [so to speak] for years).

If you need a reminder or refresher on some issues in our culture and even in our minds about our bodies, this is a great book to read. I encourage those who want to know more about stewardship and wellness to read this book. How personal this book is, also adds to the overall message, and I think many readers will appreciate that.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an early copy to review. All opinions expressed are my own.

4.5 stars rounded down

Thank You to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Christian Publishing for this advanced copy. This publishes October 21.

I have read all of Jordan's books and followed her health journey for years, so I was elated to see that she was writing a book sharing not only her story toward a more healthy lifestyle with God at the center, but also one that will serve countless women in their own health journeys. As someone with a similar story to Jordan, I found it to be so validating to hear reminders that our bodies are first and foremost gifts to steward. There are so many messages that the world gives us about our bodies as women, both in form and in function, and I loved that she not only addressed these concepts but calls readers to realign our hearts and postures with God's design for our bodies and our health--to be vessels through which we can live out our callings.

Through exploring the various aspects of health, Jordan does a comprehensive job of introducing readers (or reintroducing in my case) to living a life that is not guided by the latest health crazes, diets, or wellness trends, but through looking at the basic building blocks of health that have been given to us by God. I have been on my own health journey for over eight years now and while I was familiar with most of the concept in this book from exploration of female hormones, impact of physical exercise on our mental and overall health, removing toxins from our products and environments, and eating clean and nutrient-dense foods, I think this would be an amazing book for someone who is wanting to make changes in their life to living more holistically as well as just living more aligned with what is God made rather than man-made.

Much as others have said, there are no new or ground-breaking pieces of infromation in this book, but this is not an academic text. I appreciate that this is for the every day reader and you do not have to have a background in medicine, science, or health/wellness to be able to read and digest this information. I hope readers appreciate the compilation of research that is included and I LOVED the appendix in the back with helpful terms for readers to start detoxing their products/foods. Overall, I highly recommend this book for women struggling with body image, desiring to love their bodies more, or even just women burnt out on hearing the messages of the world about your body. Our bodies are good and they are worth taking care of.

"Be Good to Your Body" was like sitting down having coffee with your bff, talking about the deep stuff we go through in life. It felt like one of those late night conversations where you have a heart to heart and truly get to the bottom of why you're feeling anxious or disappointed.

"Be Good to Your Body" outlines what it means to care for yourself as a woman, living in a modern society, while also following Jesus. She discusses what is was like on her own journey, how she navigated the differing beliefs, and ultimately what steps one can take to truly be good to your body. Jordan has such a way of writing her story that is both relatable, understandable, yet very convicting in love. I've read many of Jordan's other novels and have been following her story on instagram for quite sometime, and thoroughly enjoyed reading about her journey in "Be God to Your Body". This book was another practical and thoughtful approach to health and wellness with the overall theme of stewardship being the key to truly good, Godly bodies. I loved how each of her main points were rooted in scripture and point you back to God. As a Christian women myself, I often forget the importance of seeing myself through the lens of God which casts no judgement nor disappointment.

Although none of her points were radically new or different, I appreciated again the perspective she presented them in through the eyes of stewardship and Jesus. She emphasized that there is no "one size fits all" when it comes to spiritual, mental, and physical wellness. As I'm entering into my 'thirties' soon, I will definitely be applying some of what I learned from this novel into my own life. I believe this story is perfect for those women who are similar in my age; mid 20's through 30's, but believe this novel could speak to anyone at any age.

Thank You NetGalley and Penguin Random House Christian Publishing.

The publisher provided ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book was a breath of fresh air in the world of constant loud voices in the "wellness" industry. I have a passion for health and fitness but this book was a great reminder that there's a difference between passion and idolatry; and the line can be blurry at times. I love that the author doesn't enforce another "eliminate that, add this" type of list, but reminds us that wellness is an act of worship and being good stewards of Christ.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a beautiful read. The author offers gentle advice, teachings, and encouragement to help women feel at home in their bodies and find meaning and purpose. This is one I'll return to again and again. Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the advanced copy of the book.

Publication Date: October 21st 2025

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Be Good to Your Body is exactly the book I didn’t know I needed. Jordan Lee Dooley blends faith and wellness in such an encouraging and practical way. I felt seen, challenged, and reminded that my body is a gift I’ve read Own Your Everyday and loved it. I love her writing style and her way she tells a story and how she adds scripture into it.


Thank You NetGalley and Penguin Random House Christian Publishing

The publisher provided ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

A special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for sending me this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

"Be Good to Your Body" was a great read, especially for somebody that does struggle with health issues. I love that it connects the Bible with ways to live better. The prayers and practical applications at the end of each chapter were so helpful!

One of my favorite parts was the label cheat sheet at the end.

Favorite quotes:

"The truest thing about you is that you are made and loved by God. And the truest thing about Him is that He cannot make bad things."

"The purpose of the body is not to look a certain way but rather to live a certain way - to fulfill our God-given callings."

"God doesn't give according to what I deserve. He gives according to His grace- grace upon endless grace."

Jordan Lee Dooley is a faith-based influencer who has come across my Instagram feed before, so I was interested to read what she had to say about body image. Her latest book is titled, "Be Good to Your Body: Getting Back to God's Design in a World of Wellness Trends, Quick Fixes, and Conflicting Health Advice." Dooley is at her best when she defines the key factors that have influenced our thoughts on well-being: convenience, cultural beauty standards, conflicting health advice, corporations and chemicals, and careers. I appreciated how she strives to help her readers reframe the way they think about their bodies.

I didn't really enjoy the portions of the book referring to using our bodies as good stewards, and I don't know that there was anything in this book that was new or groundbreaking but it was well written. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

This is a good book for someone who is just coming to terms with their relationships with their bodies. I do believe this book is written for a younger audience, the late 20's to early 30's woman who is trying to unravel the narrative that society pushes about how a body should look.

Jordan uses her personal experiences to highlight how society shapes a woman's ideas about their body. I really like the prayers and the practical application tip at the end of each chapter. I would have liked a little more theology.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

I have been following Jordan on Instagram for a while and was excited about the opportunity to review her new book. I love her approach to body positivity through a religious lens. It is very refreshing and gave plenty of opportunities for self-reflection. Furthermore, her tone is very matter of fact and not condescending at all, which you find with some health and wellness books. Overall, I highly recommend Jordan's newest book and I look forward to reading her earlier works as well.

Our bodies were made to worship and glorify God, but be “gods” we obsess over.” I really enjoyed a lot of the messages of this book, especially since it goes against cultural norms and expectations of women and our treatment of our bodies. She uses scripture to counteract many of the voices we heart, but also to remind us of what our bodies were made for. I enjoyed it a lot, and it reminded me to look at myself with love and my Creator, not the social media expectations. I loved her idea of health challenges not being a part of our identity, but that we are chosen and loved for who we are.

Be Good to Your Body is like a deep breath of fresh air in a world that constantly shouts at us to either hustle harder or love ourselves as is, without any room for balance or grace. Jordan Lee Dooley approaches wellness from a refreshing, faith centered perspective that cuts through the noise of diet culture, body image trends, and wellness overwhelm. As someone who has fallen prey to these, I really appreciated this book.

Instead of offering another list of “do this, not that,” Jordan walks alongside the reader, gently reminding us that our bodies aren’t projects to obsess over; they’re gifts from God meant to be cared for with intention. What I loved most is how she reframes wellness not as a vanity pursuit or something to idolize, but as an act of stewardship and worship.

She blends personal stories, biblical wisdom, and real, actionable tips into a guide that’s not only practical but deeply encouraging. Whether you’ve struggled with self-image, toxic health advice, or just feel stuck in your wellness journey, this book offers a grounded and grace filled path forward.

If you’re looking for a book that puts your physical, mental, and spiritual health in alignment, and reminds you that honoring your body is about wholeness, not perfection, then Be Good to Your Body is a thoughtful, much needed read!

Thank you to NetGalley, Jordan Lee Dooley, and WaterBrook for the eARC of this book.