Spiritual discipline is more important than eating right and exercise/Spiritual fitness is more important than physical fitness

Lord, Teach Us to Fast. Ezra 8:21,23.

Every Sunday morning my father doled out an allowance to me of $3.50. I then put two quarters into an envelope for the offering plate. The envelopes (similar to the one pictured) were pre-printed with boxes to check off. As a child, I could not check all the boxes, but they reminded me of theContinue reading “Lord, Teach Us to Fast. Ezra 8:21,23.”

The Fear of the Lord. 2 Chronicles 28:15.

Image: the famous “Earthrise” photo captured by the crew of Apollo 8 on Christmas Eve, 1968. Part One: a Challenge to Put Some Effort into Your Bible Reading. Most of us believe we ought to read the Bible. Many of us start. But finishing is a real challenge and a significant accomplishment. The Good Book,Continue reading “The Fear of the Lord. 2 Chronicles 28:15.”

Exercise and Eat Right. 1 Timothy 4:8

American country music legend Willie Nelson says he’s done with smoking–both tobacco and marijuana. At 90, he’s decided to think more about his health. Of course, he’s been using karate to stay in shape for years. Reaching his 90s at all is remarkable—particularly for a partying musician who has spent years on the road—eating rich,Continue reading “Exercise and Eat Right. 1 Timothy 4:8”