Making Health A Standard Ministry in the Modern-Day Church

Guiding Others Toward Christ and better Health

At FIT Church United, our mission is to lead individuals toward a deeper relationship with Christ while promoting better health for the glory of God. We equip churches with the necessary tools and resources to foster faith-based health ministries that inspire and uplift communities. Join us in our journey to transform lives through faith and wellness.

Our Vision

Fit Church aims to see people set free from their bondage to sin through the preaching of God’s word, the ministry of health and fitness, and their connection to others who share their desire for wholeness. Our vision is to create a network of churches that are willing and equipped to aid men and women in their pursuit of wholeness. We need more men and women of faith to stand with those who are struggling with their health, and we, as an organization, are dedicated to equipping them to provide such a service. The church is a hospital for the broken. A place where people come to find freedom and wholeness in the loving arms of a Savior who alone can cleanse them from their sins.


We believe that sin has infected mankind in such a way that our behaviors have become not only spiritually toxic but mentally and physically as well. Through our initiative, churches in every country will be able to guide those who have fallen subject to the effects of sin in caring for their bodies to flourish in a manner that honors God and glorifies Christ. We see souls saved through fitness ministries, doctors discontinuing their prescriptions, and lives being saved. Our hope and mission is to see the world beholding Christ because of the work his body has done to fight for the well-being of all humanity. We know that, as they do, many will come to see him as they should, and he will be placed on the throne of their hearts where he belongs. For this do we strive, and to him do we look for his hand in bringing this to fruition.

Fitness Ministry Launch Packet

Equipping churches to serve their members and community.


FIT for Heaven Program

Place Christ At the center of your health journey with this 12 week-program.


Temple Strong Podcast

A Christ-centered health and fitness podcast.


Choose Your Interest

Fitness Program

Church Ministry

Live Workshop

Matthew Gay Christian Fitness Coach

Meet Matthew Gay!

Christian Health & Fitness Coach, Founder of FIT Church United

A Virginia Beach native, Matthew Gay is a Certified Personal Trainer, Weight Loss Specialist, and Behavior Change Coach. He is a dedicated father and husband as well as an Elder at his church. He loves nature, music, and Bear (his Shih-Poo). Go Steelers!


Matt is available for speaking engagements for conferences, podcasts, and other media opportunities.

Making Health and Fitness A Standard in the Christian Life

FIT Church United is empowering individuals around the globe to deepen their relationship with the Lord while enhancing their overall health at the same time.

Fit Church Book

Latest Blog Posts

Your Relationship With Food: A Biblical Perspective

By Matthew Gay • February 20, 2025
Your relationship with food is more than just what you eat—it’s about how you see food, why you eat the way you do, and what beliefs you...

Building A Routine Around God and Getting Healthy

By Matthew Gay • August 26, 2024
If your family is anything like mine, your children are going back to school, which means your summer routine (if you had one) has come...

Stop Self-Sabotaging on Your Fitness Journey

By Matthew Gay • August 1, 2024
In this article, I make a biblical attempt to clarify the problem of and solution for overcoming self-sabotage on your fitness journey

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