Lord, I understand that my body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. I understand that I am to be a good steward over my body and make sure I stay physically fit.
You told me in Your Word to present my body a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to You. I recognize that if I am overweight and out of shape it will affect my ability to serve my family, my friends, and the work of the Gospel.
Your Word also says that if I walk in the Spirit, I will not fulfill the lust of my flesh. Holy Spirit, guide me in choosing the eating and exercise program that is best for me. Help me to make conscious lifestyle choices that will cause my body to function in health and vitality. Give me determination and courage to say no to health-destroying foods and substances. Show me how to incorporate a daily exercise routine into my schedule, and help me to discipline my body to follow that plan.
I thank You, Lord, for a healthy and fit body. I rejoice in the results I will see as I exercise and subject myself to You.
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
Scripture References
1 Corinthians 6:19
Romans 12:1
Galatians 5:16
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In November 1975, Buddy and Pat Harrison launched Harrison House Publishers, releasing their first titles in 1976. Since then, Harrison House has published and distributed more than 100 million books in 42 languages and in more than 175 countries. Since Dr. Harrison's homegoing in November of 1998, Harrison House has continued to publish the uncompromised Word of God.
2009 brought unprecedented changes to the publishing world, and Harrison House experienced changes as well. Press Group, a local printer and vendor, purchased Harrison House in April 2009, merging two complementary companies into one. With printing facilities, warehousing, and technology now under one roof, Harrison House is able to provide faster turn times, more accurate order processing, and better stock levels than ever before. We are truly poised to further the vision God put in the hearts of Buddy and Pat Harrison over 30 years ago: taking the Word of God to the world, impacting generations for His Kingdom.