Working Out

“…train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” 1 Tim. 4:7-8

This passage should be at the top of all of our lists for our New Year’s Resolution. I will step up first and say hooray that spiritual training is of much greater value than physical training (it’s a good thing!)

When I look at all of the failed attempts in my life regarding working out, getting physically in shape and any kind of physical training I realize that its results were not enduring and were only successful as long as I participated in some type of regimented practice. Don’t get me wrong for there is a place for maintaining good physical health in our lives but never should it be the driving force in our lives.

Anything that dominates our focus as Christians should be a building block to help us better live our lives for God and build our value in Him. The word ‘physical training’ can be replaced with any passion that penetrates our thoughts and actions.

The importance of working out spiritually everyday of our lives is paramount in our walk with God. Not only does it build spiritual muscle but it gives us wisdom and understanding into our Trainer and allows Him full reign for our work-out plan.

Notice that no one can show up for our session but us as we are to train ourselves in the ways of the LORD.

This training will build value instead of muscle and replace focus on the temporary self with the eternal spirit. So let’s go ahead and break that spiritual sweat!