(Inspired from Daniel’s life)

• Illustration
  • Our Lady of  Lourdes Hospital
  • Over 20 Million die each year of HIV
  • Over 50 Million worldwide die of sickness related to UNHEALTHY LIFESTYLE

   

More people die not of MALNUTRITION but of “UNHEALTHY LIFESTYLE”
(The Daniel Plan, 2013)

• Cancer
• Diabetes
• Dementia
• Hypertension
• Heart Disease
• Chronic diseases & etc.

Central Emphasis: How do we stay strong (healthy) in a world gone wrong? Be good STEWARD of your body. It is the temple of the Holy Spirit.

• THE SUPER 5 INGREDIENTS OF A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE:
  • FAITH
  • FOOD
  • FITNESS
  • FRIENDS
  • FOCUS

• 1. BE A GOOD “TEMPLE”
  Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were brought at a price. (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
  • Temple of God, Gift from God, Owned by God
  • Honor God with your body.
• 2. BE A GOOD CARETAKER
  … present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. (Romans 12:2 NKV)
  • 1. CLEAN UP YOUR PANTRY
            REMOVE: High fructose corn syrup
            REMOVE: Trans fats/hydrogenated fats
            REMOVE: MSG
  • 2. CONSUME  UP HEALTHY FOOD
    • What to avoid? (ARTIFICIAL FOOD)
    • What to eat? (REAL FOOD)
    • HOW TO EAT HEALTHILY?
      • Start your day with protein
      • Eat at regular intervals
      • Don’t drink LIQUID SUGAR CALORIES
        
  • CARE FOR BODY REST It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows; for so He gives beloved sleep. (Psalm 127:2  NKJV)
• 3. BE A GOOD MASTER
  Everything is permissible for me – but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible for me – but I will not be mastered by anything. (1 Corinthians 6:12) PNB:  Practical, Necessary, Beneficial
  • Expert label reader
  • Expert source finder
  • Expert supermarket navigator (GROCERY YOUR FARMacy; Safe & dangerous zones)
    • Whatever you eat or drink, or whatever you do, DO IT ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD. (1 Corinthians 10:31)
    • “Taking back your health. It is also about the health of your family, our church, your community, and your world.” (The Daniel Plan))Filipino health is deteriorating.
    • Taking back your health. It is also about the health of your family, our church, your community, and your world. (The Gospel of Health)
• Disclaimer
  • Offers health, fitness, nutritional information and for educational purpose only. It is intended to supplement, not replace, the professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of health conditions from a trained health professional.
  • Please consult your physician or other healthcare professional before beginning or changing any health or fitness program to make sure that it is appropriate for your needs-- especially  if you are pregnant or have a family history of any medical concerns, illnesses, or risks.
  • If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other healthcare professional. Please do not disregard, avoid, or delay obtaining medical or health-related advice from your healthcare professional because of something you may have heard from the sermon.
• CONCLUSION
  • YOU CAN EAT A LOT OF FOOD IF YOU EAT QUALITY FOOD. You’re only a couple of days away from feeling good. Give it a try; it’s amazing the way you can feel.
• APPLICATION:
  • Make your food as your medicine.
  • APPLICATION ( Pre-Golden Anniversary Health Advisory)
    • Be a good “TEMPLE,” a “CARETAKER,” an “EXPERT,”  as you journey on to a healthy lifestyle.