HEALTHY MOMS AND HEALTHY FAMILIES (3 OF 3)
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2
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Healthy Moms and Healthy Families (3 of 3)
Series: Health
David Ireland
Romans 12:1-2
Romans 12:1-2-''Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God-this is your spiritual act of worship. 2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will.''
1.0 We're Fighting the Battle of the Bulge.
1.1 America is losing the battle of the bulge.
Fact: More than two-thirds (68.7 percent) of American adults are either overweight or obese. According to the 2013 report ''F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America's Future'', produced by Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, in 2010 36% of America was obese. In 2030 approximately 50% of our nation will be obese.
1.2 Your family's life and health can be different!
A) Paul's argument:
1. We're urged to present our bodies as a worthy GIFT to God.
2. Present to Him a holy body; one that is pure and righteous-free from sinful habits.
3. Present to Him a healthy body; one that is properly cared for nutritionally and physically.
B) We're called to live ABOVE culture.
1. This happens because of God's mercy; His forgiveness, kindness, and acceptance of us.
2. Start the journey to healthy living NOW! Don't give up no matter how hard or difficult it may appear to be.
Video: Arthur Boorman's Incredible Transformation
2.0 FOUR Steps YOU Can Take to Achieving Healthy Families.
Step #1: DECIDE to make changes.
A) No more excuses! Enough is enough!
B) The indwelling Holy Spirit is assigned to help us change even in the upkeep and care of our bodies.
John 16:13-14-Jesus said: ''But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth...14He will bring glory to me by taking from what is mine and making it known to you.''
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Series: Health
David Ireland
Romans 12:1-2
Romans 12:1-2-''Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God-this is your spiritual act of worship. 2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will.''
1.0 We're Fighting the Battle of the Bulge.
1.1 America is losing the battle of the bulge.
Fact: More than two-thirds (68.7 percent) of American adults are either overweight or obese. According to the 2013 report ''F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America's Future'', produced by Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, in 2010 36% of America was obese. In 2030 approximately 50% of our nation will be obese.
1.2 Your family's life and health can be different!
A) Paul's argument:
1. We're urged to present our bodies as a worthy GIFT to God.
2. Present to Him a holy body; one that is pure and righteous-free from sinful habits.
3. Present to Him a healthy body; one that is properly cared for nutritionally and physically.
B) We're called to live ABOVE culture.
1. This happens because of God's mercy; His forgiveness, kindness, and acceptance of us.
2. Start the journey to healthy living NOW! Don't give up no matter how hard or difficult it may appear to be.
Video: Arthur Boorman's Incredible Transformation
2.0 FOUR Steps YOU Can Take to Achieving Healthy Families.
Step #1: DECIDE to make changes.
A) No more excuses! Enough is enough!
B) The indwelling Holy Spirit is assigned to help us change even in the upkeep and care of our bodies.
John 16:13-14-Jesus said: ''But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth...14He will bring glory to me by taking from what is mine and making it known to you.''
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