Spiritual Fitness

"But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come. This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation." 1 Timothy 4:7-9 (KJV)

Spiritual fitness is vastly more important than Physical fitness. It's pretty clear.

Paul is not saying be a couch potato, but by all means; do not ignore your Spiritual side! Being these are modern times, Spirituality is often ignored and the FACT forgotten that we're Spiritual, not just Physical. My pastor once said, "It makes no sense to walk in a magnificent body, but in Spirit be a 98lb weakling.”

This statement stopped me. Was I that 98lb weakling? Was my Christianity fake? How was my relationship with God? An honest look inside revealed I was off track. Work, Sleep, Selfish ambition, Internet, Television, etc-– temporary, essentially non-profitable items were my priority. And as a result, I felt empty, run-down, and lived each day without a true sense of purpose or direction. After some thought, I redefined what was a daily priority and starting investing in the "promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come."

1. Solitude (Quiet time with God)
2. Bible (Meditate on His Word)
3. Prayer (Gratitude & Requests)
4. Fellowship (Church & Small Groups)
   
5. Worship (Praising God)
6. Service (Walking the Walk)

I've found a Spiritual workout plan to be the most refreshing, yet most challenging stand I've taken in my life. And it's forever going to be a process, but a worthwhile one at that! However, I'm curious-- what about you? Where do you stand? Are you off track with God... a Spiritual couch potato?

Please understand that God loves you beyond what our minds can comprehend. As you grow in Him---to listen, obey, and understand His will for you---Purpose, Joy and Blessing naturally flow. He is a God Who Loves, not Who condemns. If you're still on the couch, GET UP and start a new journey -- A journey profitable unto all things.