40 Days of Faith and Fitness

40 Days of Faith and Fitness
Author: Marsha Apsley
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2017-09-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781975783624

Tired of avoiding your reflection in the mirror? Feel like you're never going to break free from this struggle to lose weight? Poor body image and weight loss struggles plague women of all ages. Whether we're actually overweight or not, there's an ongoing struggle to feel comfortable in our bodies. We feel like we need to do more and be more and lose more weight to look good enough and to feel loved. But losing weight and exercising is not how we overcome these struggles. We overcome them by building our lives on a foundation of faith. We must begin to see our struggles in a different light by seeing ourselves in a different light, as the fearfully and wonderfully made woman that God created each of us to be. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. The Bible tells us this in Psalm 139 but too many women struggle to embrace this truth. This faith and fitness devotional will take you on a journey to seeing yourself the way that God sees you. In the process you will learn practical tips to living a fit and healthy life that is sustainable. For the first time you'll see your body as a temple to be cared for and honored the way it was meant to be. Above all else you will become more aware of God's love for you just the way you are. The book includes a scripture, devotional content, and action step and prayer for each day followed by a journal page where you are encouraged to record how you took the action step, maybe your own prayer, or how God is working in your life.

Fit for the Kingdom

Fit for the Kingdom
Author: Gabrielle Jackson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2015-12-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9780692596937

Stop. Find a mirror. Quick! Do you see what I see? You are absolutely stunning. What is even more amazing is what human eyes can not see, and that's your beautiful, healthy spirit. This devotional was designed just for well-rounded, kingdom minded servants of God. People just like you. Allow this devotional to serve you as you embark upon your journey to complete wellness - physically, mentally, and spiritually. It is designed to encourage and equip you to live a healthier lifestyle in conjunction with the Word of God. By committing to this devotional, you will learn what it truly means to be Fit for the Kingdom. These devotionals only take two to three minutes to read. That's shorter than the time it takes you to upload the perfect selfie to Instagram! After you read each devotional, journal your thoughts. Writing can be so therapeutic! It's a great way to chart your spiritual growth. Here's to being truly Fit for the Kingdom! What are you waiting for?

Devotional Fitness

Devotional Fitness
Author: Martin Radermacher
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 277
Release: 2017-01-05
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3319498231

This book examines evangelical dieting and fitness programs and provides a systematic approach of this diverse field with its wide variety of programs. When evangelical Christians engage in fitness and dieting classes in order to “glorify God,” they often face skepticism. This book approaches devotional fitness culture in North America from a religious studies perspective, outlining the basic structures, ideas, and practices of the field. Starting with the historical backgrounds of this current, the book approaches both practice and ideology, highlighting how devotional fitness programs construe their identity in the face of various competing offers in religious and non-religious sectors of society. The book suggests a nuanced and complex understanding of the relationship between sports and religion, beyond ‘simple’ functional equivalency. It provides insights into the formation of secular and religious body ideals and the way these body ideals are sacralized in the frame of an evangelical worldview.

Habits of Grace

Habits of Grace
Author: David Mathis
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2016-02-12
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433550504

The Christian life is built on three seemingly unremarkable practices: reading the Bible, prayer, and fellowship with other believers. However, according to David Mathis, such “habits of grace” are the God-designed channels through which his glorious grace flows—making them life-giving practices for all Christians. Whether it’s hearing God’s voice (the Word), having his ear (prayer), or participating in his body (fellowship), such spiritual rhythms of the Christian life have the power to awaken our souls to God’s glory and stir our hearts for lifelong service in his name. What’s more, these seemingly simple practices grant us access to a host of spiritual blessings that we can only begin to imagine this side of eternity—and the incredible joy that such blessings bring to God’s children today.

The Race Before Us

The Race Before Us
Author: Bruce H. Matson
Publisher: Mission Books
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2013-09-03
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1618433482

Turning 50 years old and facing some of life’s biggest questions are daunting challenges. A crisis of faith and crisis of health lead towards significant changes in one’s life. For Bruce Matson, a family man with a successful law practice, the struggles of health and doubt led to action. Combining to podcasts from notable Christian leaders Ravi Zacharias, Allistair Begg, and Tim Keller, careful research and preparation, and encouragment from family and friends, Bruce ran his race for physical and spiritual health. The Race Before Us by Bruce Matson is a wonderful memoir detailing the path of doubt to faith and spiritual malaise to running with God. Come alongside Bruce as he navigates the windy roads of faith and health in his pursuit of physical and spiritual well-being.

Surviving the Fitness Game

Surviving the Fitness Game
Author: Joanna Ward
Publisher: Bridge Logos Foundation
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2008
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780882704586

Staying fit can be a battle-but God has destined you to win! Learn the powerful combination of faith and fitness from an expert: CBS "Survivor: Amazon" contestant JoAnna Ward. Surviving the Fitness Game delivers a strategic plan to overcome the challenges of the fitness game. This interactive, 28-day fitness devotional shows you how to meet weight loss and fitness goals successfully by conquering hindrances such as "spiritual heaviness." Part I prepares you-mind, body, and spirit-to rebuild your "temple." Part II gives you "Peaces" of Pineapple to sustain you on your journey of daily devotion to God. You'll be inspired and motivated by a true survivor with: Real life, practical solutions for spiritual and physical exercise, Daily workout plans-beginner, intermediate, and advanced level, Energizing 60-minute exercise DVD. No matter what your fitness track record has been, this book will fuel you for a fresh start. You'll learn how to remain faithful and stay fit for the fight. At the end of the day, you'll be a victorious survivor, shouting with JoAnna, "Hallelujah, Oh Glory! Hallelujah, Amen!" Book jacket.

Christ Walk

Christ Walk
Author: Anna Fitch Courie
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2014-12
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 081923169X

• Pairs physical training and spiritual practices together in an easy-to-use format • Perfect for a 40-day Lenten devotion or beginning a new fitness program • For a truly ecumenical audience What’s better than feeding your soul while developing healthy practices for your body and mind? Christ Walk outlines a 40-day program for individuals and groups to focus on improving physical health while engaging in spiritual and mental reflection and growth. Individuals and groups select different biblical routes to complete (through walking, running, biking, etc.), while reading a reflective passage on health and spirituality each day of the journey. Each chapter is a daily meditation on different aspects of mind, body, and spiritual health tied to biblical teachings and Christian traditions. The appendices include options for groups and individuals to transform their Christ Walk experience from journey to journey.

Faithfully Fit

Faithfully Fit
Author: Claire Cloninger
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2006-12-31
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1418577189

Fed up with overeating? All strung out from yo-yo-dieting? Maybe it's time for a new approach. Faithfully Fit is not a diet, not an exercise plan. It won't tell you how much you ought to weigh or what your heart rate should be or how many miles you should walk to burn up three cookies and a slice of cheesecake. It offers no quick fixes or miracle cures. Instead, Faithfully Fit offers motivation, encouragement, and inspiration to help you change from the inside out?the only kind of change that lasts. Complete with forty-two daily meditations, scripture readings, encouraging affirmations, and practical activities, this unique book provides day-to-day spiritual support for your eating and exercise efforts. An ideal companion for your favorite eating or exercise program, this book also provides daily uplift for those who aren't dieting or "working out"?just trying to make healthy eating and regular exercise a part of their lives. However you use it, Faithfully Fit is guaranteed to give you hope, courage, challenge, insight, and humor on the long road (this timeyou will make it!) from overeating to overcoming.

Theological Fitness

Theological Fitness
Author: Aimee Byrd
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2015-05
Genre: Christian women
ISBN: 9781596389953

Faithful Christian living in the everyday might not sound challenging, but, as author and blogger Aimee Byrd shows us, it's actually a real workout! Knowing God takes effort-just like any relationship. Aimee invites us to join her in some theological fitness training as she unpacks our call to perseverance in the book of Hebrews and explores the great metaphor that physical fitness lends to theology. Learn about the "fighting grace" God has given you, discover how you are equipped to live a life of Christ-focused obedience, and get ready to embrace your faith in a fresh, invigorating way. Book jacket.

Fitness Is Religion

Fitness Is Religion
Author: Ray Kybartas
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 248
Release: 1997
Genre: Exercise
ISBN: 0684842114

In his role as fitness trainer, Ray Kybartas is the man behind Madonna and an array of other celebrities who depend on his guidance for keeping in shape. Featuring a Foreword by Madonna, many photos illustrating both goals and techniques in training, and an energetic tone that captures Kybartas' amazing enthusiasm, this unique workout guide is certain to become the bible of celebrity fitness books. 45+ photos.