"If you point these things out to the brothers, you will be a good minister of Christ Jesus, brought up in the truths of the faith and of the good teaching that you will have followed. Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all thiings, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come." (v. 6-8)
Oh the fads of diets, exercise, and fashion. The industries that have some focus on diets, exercise, and fashions whether for the reasons of health and/or simply looking good, is probably one of the most profitable companies in the world. There is indeed a strong need to teach and reteach the importance of a balance meal and regular exercise, but the advertisement campaigns has exploded. New exercise equipments are constantly being developed, new diet pills are being sold, and new diet programs are constantly being developed. Everyone has at least owned one of these items, and have always constantly thought of needing to improve in one or all of these areas. We recognized the need for this regardless of whether it is purely for health, looks, or a blend of both. In truth, we also recognize that it is a balance between our diet and exercise that is key to successful health. However, we also recognize that it requires time and effort on our part.
As important as physical health may be, how about our spiritual health? What measures are we taking to insure that the spirit of our health remains strong? Have we recognized the need as well, and also spend time to learn how best to improve our health? Do we have a regular regiment that feeds and exercise our spirit? We cannot simply just feed our spirit, but we must also exercise our spirit. Without exercise, how are we properly utilizing our energies? More importantly how are we strengthening our spirit, building endurance, purifying it, and keeping excess waste from improper intake? Both our bodies and spirit requires a proper balance of diet and exercise to remain healthy and strong. However, we are also reminded that although physical health is very important, spritual health has greater importance, especially since it affects us both now and in the future life. Let us therefore make time to not only feed our spirit, but to exercise it regularly.
With exercise each day,
So too, we grow more like our Lord
By living life His way. —D. De Haan
Godly exercise is the key to godly character.
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