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Spiritual Fitness. But reject profane and old wives' fables, and exercise yourself toward godliness. For bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come. (1 Timothy 4:7-8). Physical Fitness
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Spiritual Fitness But reject profane and old wives' fables, and exercise yourself toward godliness. For bodily exercise profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all things, having promise of the life that now is and of that which is to come. (1 Timothy 4:7-8)
Physical Fitness Healthy, Good Shape Able to do routine activities without tiring easily Able to fight off disease and minor illnesses Able to recover quicker from major physical problems Spiritual Fitness Good working knowledge of God’s Word Able to use it to overcome problems and temptations Able to recognize the devices of Satan and defeat him Likenesses
Things Necessary To Achieve Spiritual Fitness Work, Effort – 2 Tim. 2:15 Time, Attention – 1 Tim. 4:12-16 Proper Diet – Acts 20:32 Self-Control – 1 Cor. 9:27
Hindrances To Spiritual Fitness Old Sins Acts 8:18 Procrastination Acts 26:28 Evil Companions 1 Cor. 15:33 Denial, Neglect Heb. 2:1 2 Pet. 1:9 Family Matt. 10:34-36
Benefits • Stand in the Evil Day – Eph. 6:13 • Quench Fiery Darts of Satan – Eph. 6:16 • Exhort and Convict – Titus 1:9 • Self Yourself and Others – 1 Tim. 4:16 • Never Stumble – 2 Pet. 1:10 • Enter Kingdom of Heaven – 2 Pet. 1:11