Pastor Ken Andrews speaks during a sermon at Pasadena Christian Center Church recently, where he encourages his flock to get healthy and get fit -- in service to God. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Andrews greets parishioner Barbara Miranda at Pasadena Christian Center Church. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Pastor Ken Andrews lost more than 100 pounds thanks to “The Biggest Loser” but says that more importantly the weight loss has helped him become a more effective servant for God. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
The therapy he received as part of the show helped him confront painful childhood issues. As a result, he was able to put an end to his emotional eating. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
Now, when he is tempted by unhealthful foods, or a desire to skip a workout, he asks himself what choices can he make to become a better leader for his parishioners. That makes it easier to walk on by the doughnuts, he said. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times)
