OPEN HEAVEN, RCCG DAILY DEVOTIONAL, THURSDAY 29 JULY 2021: The need for bodily exercise!

TOPIC FOR TODAY: 29-7-21:The need for bodily exercise!

By Pastor E. A Adeboye

MEMORISE: “For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.” – (1 Timothy 4:8)

READ: 3 John 2 (KJV)

2. Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.

MESSAGE

Every sane person wishes to be healthy, wealthy, fulfilled and have longevity. (1 Chronicles 29:26-28) says: Thus David the son of Jesse reigned over all Israel… And he died in a good old age, full of days, riches, and honour.

Therefore, good health, long life and prosperity are the heritage of God’s children. Bodily exercise may indeed profit little compared to the spiritual benefits of godliness but a healthy body is vital to successful living and longevity.

Man is a tripartite being. The Bible teaches that man consists of the spirit, soul and body. God is interested in our good health – physically. He desires that we should be sound and complete – spirit, soul and body. This healing of the whole man starts in our spirit, it begins when God touches our spirit with His Holy Ghost. Romans 8:16 says: The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God.

God created the human body to be rugged. However, good food, regular exercise, and daily rest are vital for a healthy body.

A healthy body is required to carry out daily human endeavours. More so, divine assignments are usually tedious and demanding physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Therefore, fitness and sound health are two factors that make God appoint people in their youth for special assignments. That is why strength and all-around fitness are common attributes of those that God used in the Bible.

Open Heaven 29 July 2021 Devotional

Abraham was energetic and fit enough to produce children at over a hundred years of age (Genesis 25:1-4). Moses trekked through the wilderness and climbed mountains at over eighty years of age (Exodus 7:7).

David displayed agility and strength in the fight against lions, bears, Goliath and various armies, even from his youth. Elijah exhibited speed and stamina, as he was aided by the Holy Spirit to outrun the chariot of King Ahab.

The exploits of Joshua, Caleb, Samson, Deborah, Peter, Paul, Stephen, Phillip, John the Beloved and others, show clearly that they were physically fit. Bodily exercise is required to keep the body fit and strong for the accomplishment of great and mighty things God.

ACTION POINT: Henceforth, ensure that you get involved in regular exercise for healthy living even as your soul continues to prosper.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 87-89

Open Heaven 29 July 2021 Devotional

HYMNAL:ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME!

1. All hail the power of Jesus’ Name!
Let angels prostrate fall;
Bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown Him Lord of all.
Bring forth the royal diadem,
and crown Him Lord of all.

2. Let highborn seraphs tune the lyre,
and as they tune it, fall
Before His face Who tunes their choir,
and crown Him Lord of all.
Before His face Who tunes their choir,
and crown Him Lord of all.

SPECIAL NOTE!

Beloved Reader, the sweetest way to enjoy all-round blessings from God is to make Jesus Christ your personal Lord & Saviour.  Remember! the Lord Jesus in John 3:3 says, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless ye are born again, ye cannot see the kingdom of God.”

If you are ready to give your life to Christ Jesus, please pray the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, I am a sinner. I confess all my sin, have mercy on me, forgive me all my sin. Give me grace to go and sin no more. I invite You, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

Beware! The Scripture: “And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold,” Matt 24:12, is being fulfilled in our time. Our prayer is: any power or any problem that will kill our love for God, blood of Jesus will destroy and flush them away from us, in Jesus name.

Good Day, we cherish your presence here. Thank you for your comments, observations, feedbacks and time spent on this platform.

Beloved! We are in perilous time when kidnappings, banditry and other vices have become daily occurrences. But the Lord is saying, fear not, be bold & be courageous!

In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, you shall not be a victim to whatever calamity flying around by day and by night, in the name of Jesus, Amen!
Shalom!