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The WHY — the Scripture and stories beneath it all

Ancient Wisdom

The why behind it all. The Scripture, the stories, and the deep faith that stand behind every healing food, so that your trust rests on something older and surer than any science.

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"Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of all the earth… to you it shall be for meat."

Genesis 1:29

Who this book is for

Every reader over fifty who wants to know not only what to eat, but why.

What it is

The heart of the whole set, meant to be read slowly, as one reads Scripture itself.

The chapters, one by one

Below is the full walk-through of what you will find inside, in the order it appears.

  1. Introduction: Why the Old Ways Were Wise
  2. Chapter One: The First Diet, The Garden and God's Design (Genesis 1:29)
  3. Chapter Two: The Bread of Affliction and the Manna (the lesson of enough)
  4. Chapter Three: Daniel's Table, The First Recorded Test (Daniel 1:12-15)
  5. Chapter Four: The Land Flowing With Milk and Honey (the seven foods of Deuteronomy 8:8)
  6. Chapter Five: The Healing Miracles and the Foods Within Them (Hezekiah's figs, the Samaritan's oil and wine)
  7. Chapter Six: Fasting, Feasting, and the Holy Rhythm
  8. Chapter Seven: The Temple of the Body (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
  9. The Quick Reference: The Foods of Scripture and Where They Appear
  10. A Closing Word: Wisdom Older Than Science
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A look inside

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Chapter One: The First Diet, The Garden and God's Design
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Chapter Three: Daniel's Table, The First Recorded Test
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Chapter Five: The Healing Miracles and the Foods Within Them

The Handbook This Book Walks Alongside

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God's Pharmacy

The foods the Lord laid out for our healing, organized by what your body needs.

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Foods That Betray You
The Healing Kitchen
The Daily Rhythm
Live Long and Strong After 50
The 7-Day Reset

Honest answers

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The writings in this book are shared for reflection and are not medical advice. Please speak with your doctor before changing what you eat, especially if you take medicine.