I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. Philippians 4:11,12 (NIV)
As human beings, we certainly don’t need instruction on the many ways to stress out. We’re masters at doing this! What we’re not so good at is simply trusting God. He knows that you and I aren’t robots. He didn’t make us that way. We need time to sleep, to eat, and to rest—and to go on vacation every so often.We can’t keep working all the time.
Many Christians believe that because we are saved by faith in Jesus Christ, there is nothing else for us to do. This scripture plainly says we should be striving for growth.So, are you growing?
Many of us like to exercise on a regular basis and that is great for your physical health.All of us could walk in the park more, play with the children outside more frequently, or just do yard work instead of paying someone else to do it.But you might not have thought that you should be exercising yourself toward godliness.Maybe you don’t even know where to begin.