Source (book): "Growing Old Gracefully", Following Jesus to the End, PART IV: HEALTH AND FRAILTIES, Chapter 23, "Staying Healthy", Question 1, Page 155.
By Robert M. Solomon, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore from 2000 - 2012
By Robert M. Solomon, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore from 2000 - 2012
PHOTO: Why is it important to remain in good health?
Modern sentiments may be expressed better as "Stay healthy to stay useful".
Think of how you are doing this.
The original "Methodists" were a group of Greek physicians in the first century who prescribed an effective method for gaining good health: a proper diet and regular exercise.
It appears that these ancient physicians discovered something that remains true even now. In most advice about good health, these two points are often emphasised: watch what you eat and get some regular exercise. And this is sound advice.
This method of remaining in good health is still relevant, especially for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
Many seniors take their health quite seriously, what with loads of advice available on the internet and newspapers, and countless WhatsApp messages received from well-meaning friends and family members. They take health supplements (a multi-billion dollar industry), try the latest fads, and attempt to remain healthy and strong for as long as is possible.
Think of what more you can do.
Some seniors may become obsessed with physical health. They spend an inordinate amount of time and money religiously guarding their health. In the process, they end up pursuing good physical health rather than God and His righteousness. When an ageing senior gets up without fail every morning to go for a jog or brisk walk, but does not practise regular Bible reading and prayer, he is getting his priorities wrong. Paul, as a veteran missionary, advised his protégé Timothy to drink a little wine for his stomach condition and frequent illnesses (1 Timothy 5:23). In addition, he wrote, "Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future" (1 Timothy 4:8 GNT).
Physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. The pursuit of physical health is good but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. We must remember that "Grey hair is a crown of splendour; it is attained in the way of righteousness" (Proverbs 16:31).
What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
There is a danger that lying at the heart of the modern obsession with physical health is an unhealthy desire to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits all human beings. Are we willing to lose physical health in the pursuit of God' glory? Or, if we are already in relatively poor health, are we willing to serve God well?
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Why is it important to remain in good health? Think of how you are doing this and what more you can do. What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
Why is it important to remain in good health? [1]
Modern sentiments may be expressed better as "Stay healthy to stay useful".
Modern sentiments may be expressed better as "Stay healthy to stay useful".
Think of how you are doing this.
The original "Methodists" were a group of Greek physicians in the first century who prescribed an effective method for gaining good health: a proper diet and regular exercise.
It appears that these ancient physicians discovered something that remains true even now. In most advice about good health, these two points are often emphasised: watch what you eat and get some regular exercise. And this is sound advice.
This method of remaining in good health is still relevant, especially for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
Many seniors take their health quite seriously, what with loads of advice available on the internet and newspapers, and countless WhatsApp messages received from well-meaning friends and family members. They take health supplements (a multi-billion dollar industry), try the latest fads, and attempt to remain healthy and strong for as long as is possible.
Think of what more you can do.
Some seniors may become obsessed with physical health. They spend an inordinate amount of time and money religiously guarding their health. In the process, they end up pursuing good physical health rather than God and His righteousness. When an ageing senior gets up without fail every morning to go for a jog or brisk walk, but does not practise regular Bible reading and prayer, he is getting his priorities wrong. Paul, as a veteran missionary, advised his protégé Timothy to drink a little wine for his stomach condition and frequent illnesses (1 Timothy 5:23). In addition, he wrote, "Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future" (1 Timothy 4:8 GNT).
Physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. The pursuit of physical health is good but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. We must remember that "Grey hair is a crown of splendour; it is attained in the way of righteousness" (Proverbs 16:31).
What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
There is a danger that lying at the heart of the modern obsession with physical health is an unhealthy desire to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits all human beings. Are we willing to lose physical health in the pursuit of God' glory? Or, if we are already in relatively poor health, are we willing to serve God well?
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Why is it important to remain in good health? Think of how you are doing this and what more you can do. What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
Why is it important to remain in good health? [1]
Modern sentiments may be expressed better as "Stay healthy to stay useful".
PHOTO: Why is it important to remain in good health?
Modern sentiments may be expressed better as "Stay healthy to stay useful".
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Modern sentiments may be expressed better as "Stay healthy to stay useful".
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Think of how you are doing this. [1]
The original "Methodists" were a group of Greek physicians in the first century who prescribed an effective method for gaining good health: a proper diet and regular exercise.
Think of how you are doing this. [1]
The original "Methodists" were a group of Greek physicians in the first century who prescribed an effective method for gaining good health: a proper diet and regular exercise.
PHOTO: The original "Methodists" were
a group of Greek physicians in the first century who prescribed an
effective method for gaining good health: a proper diet and regular
exercise.
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It appears that these ancient physicians discovered something that remains true even now. In most advice about good health, these two points are often emphasised: watch what you eat and get some regular exercise. And this is sound advice.
PHOTO: It appears that these ancient physicians discovered something that remains true even now. In most advice about good health, these two points are often emphasised: watch what you eat and get some regular exercise.
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This method of remaining in good health is still relevant, especially for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
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This method of remaining in good health is still relevant, especially for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
PHOTO:
This method of remaining in good health is still relevant, especially
for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing
chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
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Many seniors take their health quite seriously, what with loads of advice available on the internet and newspapers, and countless WhatsApp messages received from well-meaning friends and family members. They take health supplements (a multi-billion dollar industry), try the latest fads, and attempt to remain healthy and strong for as long as is possible.
PHOTO: Many seniors take their health quite seriously. They take health supplements, try the latest fads, and attempt to remain healthy and strong for as long as is possible.
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Think of what more you can do. [1]
Some seniors may become obsessed with physical health. [85] They spend an inordinate amount of time and money religiously guarding their health. In the process, they end up pursuing good physical health rather than God and His righteousness. When an ageing senior gets up without fail every morning to go for a jog or brisk walk, but does not practise regular Bible reading and prayer, he is getting his priorities wrong. Paul, as a veteran missionary, advised his protégé Timothy to drink a little wine for his stomach condition and frequent illnesses (1 Timothy 5:23). In addition, he wrote, "Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future" (1 Timothy 4:8 GNT).
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Think of what more you can do. [1]
Some seniors may become obsessed with physical health. [85] They spend an inordinate amount of time and money religiously guarding their health. In the process, they end up pursuing good physical health rather than God and His righteousness. When an ageing senior gets up without fail every morning to go for a jog or brisk walk, but does not practise regular Bible reading and prayer, he is getting his priorities wrong. Paul, as a veteran missionary, advised his protégé Timothy to drink a little wine for his stomach condition and frequent illnesses (1 Timothy 5:23). In addition, he wrote, "Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future" (1 Timothy 4:8 GNT).
PHOTO: Think of what more you can do.
Paul, as a veteran missionary, advised his protégé Timothy that "Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future" (1 Timothy 4:8 GNT).
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Physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. The pursuit of physical health is good but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. We must remember that "Grey hair is a crown of splendour; it is attained in the way of righteousness" (Proverbs 16:31).
Paul, as a veteran missionary, advised his protégé Timothy that "Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future" (1 Timothy 4:8 GNT).
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Physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. The pursuit of physical health is good but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. We must remember that "Grey hair is a crown of splendour; it is attained in the way of righteousness" (Proverbs 16:31).
PHOTO: Physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. The pursuit of physical health is good but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. We must remember that "Grey hair is a crown of splendour; it is attained in the way of righteousness" (Proverbs 16:31).
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What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
There is a danger that lying at the heart of the modern obsession with physical health is an unhealthy desire to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits all human beings. Are we willing to lose physical health in the pursuit of God' glory? Or, if we are already in relatively poor health, are we willing to serve God well?
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What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
There is a danger that lying at the heart of the modern obsession with physical health is an unhealthy desire to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits all human beings. Are we willing to lose physical health in the pursuit of God' glory? Or, if we are already in relatively poor health, are we willing to serve God well?
PHOTO: What are the limitations of pursuing good health?
There is a danger that lying at the heart of the modern obsession with physical health is an unhealthy desire to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits all human beings.
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There is a danger that lying at the heart of the modern obsession with physical health is an unhealthy desire to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits all human beings.
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PHOTO: "Dear Lord, we pray to remain in good health to stay useful.
We learn that in the first century, the ‘Methodists’, a group of Greek physicians prescribed an effective method for gaining good health, that is, a proper diet and regular exercise. It appears that these ancient physicians discovered something that remains true even now. In most advice about good health, these two points are often emphasised: watch what you eat and get some regular exercise.
Help us to follow this sound advice as it is still relevant, especially for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
Lord, many seniors take their health quite seriously, especially with encouragement from the internet, newspapers, and messages from well-meaning friends and family members. We take health supplements, try the latest fads, and attempt to remain healthy and strong for as long as is possible. However, some of us seniors may become obsessed with physical health.
Help us to stop spending an inordinate amount of time and money religiously guarding our health, and in the process, ending up pursuing good physical health rather than God and His righteousness. An ageing senior may get up without fail every morning to go for a jog or brisk walk, but does not practise regular Bible reading and prayer. Please help us to get our priorities right.
Paul had warned us that physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future. Help us to pursue physical health but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. Help us to have the godly wisdom of a mature man-of-God, or elderly lady-of-faith, attained in the way of righteousness.
Lord, help us to avoid the modern obsession with physical health to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits us. Help us to prioritise pursuing God’s glory, and willing to serve God well, over just our physical health.
Through Lord Jesus Christ we pray. Amen!"
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We learn that in the first century, the ‘Methodists’, a group of Greek physicians prescribed an effective method for gaining good health, that is, a proper diet and regular exercise. It appears that these ancient physicians discovered something that remains true even now. In most advice about good health, these two points are often emphasised: watch what you eat and get some regular exercise.
Help us to follow this sound advice as it is still relevant, especially for those advancing in years. It can reduce the chance of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, and slow down physical and mental deterioration associated with old age.
Lord, many seniors take their health quite seriously, especially with encouragement from the internet, newspapers, and messages from well-meaning friends and family members. We take health supplements, try the latest fads, and attempt to remain healthy and strong for as long as is possible. However, some of us seniors may become obsessed with physical health.
Help us to stop spending an inordinate amount of time and money religiously guarding our health, and in the process, ending up pursuing good physical health rather than God and His righteousness. An ageing senior may get up without fail every morning to go for a jog or brisk walk, but does not practise regular Bible reading and prayer. Please help us to get our priorities right.
Paul had warned us that physical exercise has its proper place, but it should not replace spiritual exercise. Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is valuable in every way, because it promises life both for the present and for the future. Help us to pursue physical health but must always be done in the context of pursuing spiritual health and well-being. Help us to have the godly wisdom of a mature man-of-God, or elderly lady-of-faith, attained in the way of righteousness.
Lord, help us to avoid the modern obsession with physical health to avoid, consciously and unconsciously, the ultimate death that awaits us. Help us to prioritise pursuing God’s glory, and willing to serve God well, over just our physical health.
Through Lord Jesus Christ we pray. Amen!"
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Reflection - Health and Frailties - Importance of Good Health
Source (book): "Growing Old Gracefully", Following Jesus to the End, PART IV: HEALTH AND FRAILTIES, Chapter 23, "Staying Healthy", Question 1, Page 155.
By Robert M. Solomon, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore from 2000 - 2012
Source (book): "Growing Old Gracefully", Following Jesus to the End, PART IV: HEALTH AND FRAILTIES, Chapter 23, "Staying Healthy", Question 1, Page 155.
By Robert M. Solomon, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore from 2000 - 2012
Other Books
Also from the same author, Robert M. Solomon
Also from the same author, Robert M. Solomon
"Faithful to the end", A Preacher's Exposition of 2 Timothy, @ 2014 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - Faithful to the end (Links)
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2017/06/reflection-faithful-to-end-links.html
"Finding rest for the soul" Responding to Jesus' Invitation in Matthew 11:28-29, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - Finding rest for the soul (Links)
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2018/10/reflection-finding-rest-for-soul-links.html
"God in Pursuit" Lessons from the Book of Jonah, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - God in Pursuit (Links) - PART I-III, posted on Saturday, 10 August 2019
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2019/08/reflection-god-in-pursuit-links-part-i.html
"God in Pursuit" Lessons from the Book of Jonah, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - God in Pursuit (Links) - PART IV, posted on Saturday, 10 August 2019
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2019/08/reflection-god-in-pursuit-links-part-iv.html
"Songs of Christmas", The Stories and Significance of 20 Well-Loved Carols, © 2018 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - Songs of Christmas (Links), posted on Friday, 24 April 2020
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/04/reflection-songs-of-christmas-links.html
Reflection - Faithful to the end (Links)
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2017/06/reflection-faithful-to-end-links.html
"Finding rest for the soul" Responding to Jesus' Invitation in Matthew 11:28-29, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - Finding rest for the soul (Links)
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2018/10/reflection-finding-rest-for-soul-links.html
"God in Pursuit" Lessons from the Book of Jonah, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - God in Pursuit (Links) - PART I-III, posted on Saturday, 10 August 2019
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2019/08/reflection-god-in-pursuit-links-part-i.html
"God in Pursuit" Lessons from the Book of Jonah, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - God in Pursuit (Links) - PART IV, posted on Saturday, 10 August 2019
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2019/08/reflection-god-in-pursuit-links-part-iv.html
"Songs of Christmas", The Stories and Significance of 20 Well-Loved Carols, © 2018 by Robert M. Solomon
Reflection - Songs of Christmas (Links), posted on Friday, 24 April 2020
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/04/reflection-songs-of-christmas-links.html
Reference
[1] From "Growing Old Gracefully", Following Jesus to the End, Copyright © 2019 by Robert M. Solomon, ISBN 978-981-14-1836-5, PART IV: HEALTH AND FRAILTIES, Chapter 23, "Staying Healthy", Page 151-154.
[85] See Robert E. Seymour, Aging Without Apology: Living the Senior Years with Integrity and Faith (Valley Forge, PA: Judson Press, 1995), chapter 6, "Avoiding an Obsession with Health".
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[85] See Robert E. Seymour, Aging Without Apology: Living the Senior Years with Integrity and Faith (Valley Forge, PA: Judson Press, 1995), chapter 6, "Avoiding an Obsession with Health".
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