Body For Life

I started this "Body For Life" program about 5 weeks ago. A friend of mine encouraged me to give it a try and so far I love it. I've managed to lose a few pounds and put on some lean muscle.

The program involves working out 6 days a week (Sunday is cheat day) as well as eating a high protien/low carb diet. That means--no sugar, no pasta, no white rice, no bread, etc. You are encouraged to eat complex carbs like whole wheat bread, brown rice and organic oatmeal.

Experiencing this, I'm gaining a new appreciation for the power of discipleship. Over the past 5 weeks, I've been discipled to look at food differently. In fact, because of Body for Life, I don't think I'll ever look at food the same way. Eating healthy is going to be a way of life for me from now on.

Often times I've thought of discipleship as that which happens in a classroom. Being discipled involves taking a course or uploading some Bible info. In truth, discipleship is about teaching people to live differently. To make different life choices---ones that will build spiritual health.

This fall, my friend and I are toying with the idea of starting a "Body and Soul For Life" course at The River. It would combine both physical and spiritual exercise. Now that I'm part way discipled, I can't wait to disciple someone else. Yup, this is the way the kingdom is suppose to work.