As Christians, we believe that God created us in His own image, giving each of us our own body to care for. Because our bodies are a gift from God, it’s vital that we take good care of them, so that we can continue to serve the Lord and love others for many years to come. In fact, the importance of taking care of our bodies is conveyed several times throughout the Bible. While there are many significant self-care scriptures, these are our top choices for the best Bible verses related to the health and stewardship of our bodies:
1. BODIES ARE TEMPLES
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 “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 bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies.”
Possibly the most well-known verse related to taking care of our bodies, this verse from Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians is often pointed to as a way of discouraging Christians from drinking, smoking, overeating, or lack of exercise. While Christians have been given the gift of freedom, we should live in gratitude and avoid unhealthy activities and habits that dishonor our bodies, our Christian service and God.
2. GOD’S SPIRIT DWELLS IN YOU
1 Corinthians 3:16 “Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst?”
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