Joshua Group: You have a little more time to devote to defeating fat. You could even be in the gym seven days per week if you wanted to (we'll keep the Sabbath holy, however, and keep it to 4-6). Just don't toot your own horn.
Here's your workout, Joshua Group.
Many exercises may not be familiar to you, or may go by another name elsewhere. Chat with Pastor Hart or e-mail russ@fitnessphysiology.com with questions.
Jonah Group: You've been going the wrong direction, but can spend 3 days per week getting things turned around. You know you've been naughty, and you don't really want to workout, but you've committed to it, and you can still redeem yourself.
Jonah Group, here is your customized workout program.
Gideon Group: You have no time to fool around--your time is limited, and you have to get it done fast. You'll have 2 strength workouts per week. Don't bring a water bottle--use the drinking fountain, and slurp fast.
Gideon Guys, here's your workout.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Manly Men of the Church: It's Crunch Time!
INTRODUCTION
Physical fitness for a believer is important--God has given us life, and has given us a body intended to do work. The less fit you are, the less work you can do; therefore, the less fit you are, the less useful to God you are. Sounds harsh? God doesn't see a large amount of gray area in most areas. Being overweight isn't necessarily evil, but allowing yourself to get heavy enough to damage your health is just plain wrong, and does not honor God in the least. It prevents you from being the best husband, father, and employee you can be.
Being overweight reduces your lifespan, meaning you're less useful to the woman you promised to cherish and care for. It also reduces your te
stosterone, further reducing your usefulness.
You don't have to have the body fat of an Olympic sprinter, but we could all improve some.
"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body," (1 Cor. 6:19-20).
Pastor Hart can do more of the tie-ins with Scripture; my job is to put together a decent workout that will help you be a fitter, better man (or woman--these workouts can be performed by either sex).
GENTLEMEN: CHOOSE YOUR GROUP!
I'll put together 3 groups, based on how much time you can spend at the gym. You'll also have assignments outside the gym. Be honest with yourself, and pick a group you can stay in for at least a month. Err on the side of caution, but the process is also designed to make us more disciplined, so take that into account, too.
Without further ado, here are the groupings:
Joshua Group: You have a little more time to devote to defeating fat. You could even be in the gym seven days per week if you wanted to (we'll keep the Sabbath holy, however, and keep it to 4-6). Just don't toot your own horn.
Jonah Group: You've been going the wrong direction, but can spend 3 days per week getting things turned around. You know you've been naughty, and you don't really want to workout, but you've committed to it, and you can still redeem yourself.
Gideon Group: You have no time to fool around--your time is limited, and you have to get it done fast. You'll have 2 strength workouts per week. Don't bring a water bottle--use the drinking fountain, and slurp fast.
Don't worry about diet yet--that'll come after the first couple weeks of working out.
Physical fitness for a believer is important--God has given us life, and has given us a body intended to do work. The less fit you are, the less work you can do; therefore, the less fit you are, the less useful to God you are. Sounds harsh? God doesn't see a large amount of gray area in most areas. Being overweight isn't necessarily evil, but allowing yourself to get heavy enough to damage your health is just plain wrong, and does not honor God in the least. It prevents you from being the best husband, father, and employee you can be.
Being overweight reduces your lifespan, meaning you're less useful to the woman you promised to cherish and care for. It also reduces your te
stosterone, further reducing your usefulness.You don't have to have the body fat of an Olympic sprinter, but we could all improve some.
"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body," (1 Cor. 6:19-20).
Pastor Hart can do more of the tie-ins with Scripture; my job is to put together a decent workout that will help you be a fitter, better man (or woman--these workouts can be performed by either sex).
GENTLEMEN: CHOOSE YOUR GROUP!
I'll put together 3 groups, based on how much time you can spend at the gym. You'll also have assignments outside the gym. Be honest with yourself, and pick a group you can stay in for at least a month. Err on the side of caution, but the process is also designed to make us more disciplined, so take that into account, too.
Without further ado, here are the groupings:
Joshua Group: You have a little more time to devote to defeating fat. You could even be in the gym seven days per week if you wanted to (we'll keep the Sabbath holy, however, and keep it to 4-6). Just don't toot your own horn.
Jonah Group: You've been going the wrong direction, but can spend 3 days per week getting things turned around. You know you've been naughty, and you don't really want to workout, but you've committed to it, and you can still redeem yourself.
Gideon Group: You have no time to fool around--your time is limited, and you have to get it done fast. You'll have 2 strength workouts per week. Don't bring a water bottle--use the drinking fountain, and slurp fast.
Don't worry about diet yet--that'll come after the first couple weeks of working out.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Introducing Russel, Russel, Mr. Muscle
I wanted to take a moment to introduce our guide into the land of the physically fit. Men, meet Russ Craber!
Personal Background
Russ and I have been friends since high-school. We share some important life philosophies, namely the importance of humor and a love for God! Russ, as you will see, has a sharp wit and quick mind. And he also loves God! I'm thrilled he's on board with us! Russ' family took me in at a crucial time in my life. I had walked away from God and was running from ministry. Once I surrendered to the call, Russ' family helped me get back on the right track. I owe them a great deal (the check's in mail...I promise).
Professional Credentials
Russ has had a great amount of success in life both as a personal trainer and a businessman. He worked for Boeing heading up their fitness programs, and still runs his own fitness organization. You can read more about that at http://www.fitnessphysiology.com/ ...his credentials are listed there as well. Currently he owns and operates Sunpest Control (http://www.sunpest.com/.com/) in our home town of Clarkston, Washington and was recently named one of Pest Management Professional's Top 40 Under 40.
It's a privielge to have his input and guidance!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Welcome!
There is a great need to help Christian men be what God has called them to be; spiritually strong. Many Christian men are lethargic in their walk with God and as a result, their homes are left with no spiritual leader. God has called us all to live lives pleasing to Him (2 Cor. 5:9) and that means that men should be the leaders of their wives (Eph. 5:25), the nurturers of their children (Eph. 6:4), and ready to meet the enemies attacks (Eph. 6).
It is our desire to help you become all the that God would have you to be through the Spiritually Fit program. We are seeking to give you the accountability you will need to develop godly habits of spiritual victory. But accountability alone will be a poor motivation and will fail. So why do this program?
Paul said it best in 2 Corinthians 5;
2 Cor 5:14-15
14 For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died;
15 and He died for all, that those who live should live no longer for themselves, but for Him who died for them and rose again.
(NKJ)
Jesus Christ died for us! In love He was nailed to cross for our sins. In return, we should love Him enough to give our lives to obeying His Word! It is our prayer that the Spiritually Fit program will help you do just that!
Also, many men today lead undisciplined lives and are not being good stewards of their bodies. Many men live in guilt for their physical state and are drawn to getting in shape but lack the knowledge and commitment to get it done. Though we recognize that godliness is most valuable (1 Tim. 4:8), we also recognize that bodily exercise does profit.
Once again listen to the challenging words of the Apostle Paul;
1 Cor 6:19-20
19 Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?
20 For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's.
(NKJ)
Paul also said;
1 Cor 10:31
31 Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
(NKJ)
Through the Spiritually Fit program we will also seek to help you develop self control to be a better steward of your body in your nutrition and fitness.
All in all, we want men to be godly and disciplined!! Are you ready for the challenge?
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