Another reason that I think physical training is good, is that it forces one to take stock of oneself. If you're going to do it right, you need to cast a critical eye at your own capabilities, your own performance, and make a realistic assessment. Then set about improving the areas that are lacking, aiming at the goal.
The same process is applicable to all areas of life. A realistic assessment of the situation as it currently is. A goal to be reached. A plan to get there. A whole lot of energy, determination, and grit.
I think that perhaps in our instant world, the last part is what is missing.
2009-08-27
Canadian Style Health Care
Couldn't have said it better myself....
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/letter+American+cousins/1917335/story.html
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2009-08-19
Physical Training
In 1 Timothy, Paul makes this interesting statement:
Why is that? What use is physical training to Christians? I think that this might be worth exploring.
Perhaps instilling some discipline in our lives is helpful in being disciples. Learning to persist in an activity. Learning to make mistakes, recover, and progress.
I think there may be a good many reasons why Paul thinks that physical training is of some value.
1 Timothy 4:8 (New International Version)
8For physical training is of some value...
Why is that? What use is physical training to Christians? I think that this might be worth exploring.
Perhaps instilling some discipline in our lives is helpful in being disciples. Learning to persist in an activity. Learning to make mistakes, recover, and progress.
I think there may be a good many reasons why Paul thinks that physical training is of some value.
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