Most major world religions discuss directly or indirectly the important of making healthy choices. The Bible speaks directly about the importance of physical health.
I was passed an email devotion today. The verse in the devotion reads "For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and spirit, which are God's." 1 Corinthians 6:20.
Our body is not ours. Be encouraged that, while God allows for free will and that spiritual warfare does happen, God wants us to be fit and healthy. That doesn't mean a size two or any particular physical trait, but a total wellness that allows for us to beam the light of the Son, not just for today, but for many years to come.
Not that God's needs any one of us in particular, but if we are called to speak the truth, then certainly the healthier we are the longer we can do that. The better we are balanced in life and don't seek "other god's" or things of higher priority, the more our face will appear as Christ-like to others.
Not that God's plan ends with everyone living a full life, but certainly coping with life by over indulging doesn't bring glory to anyone. Even the base of what we have is not ours to offend. We are not to be lethargic or gluttonous, but healthy and well. Build your Temple Well. You want to change your physical life, the spiritual area could be a great place to start.
If you are not a Christian, I encourage you to look to the Tenets of what you hold dear and look for how important a healthy body is to spiritual wholeness. God Bless. I will pray for my readers, and I ask that you pray for me.
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