The Body

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Modesty Reconsidered: Why Evangelicals Need a Robust Theology of the Body

While the problems of the evangelical Purity Movement have been well documented, one of its biggest errors was promoting a non-theological account of modesty focused almost exclusively on behaviors. With few exceptions, modesty was largely cast as the responsibility of women to avoid certain dress code […]

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The Comforting Truth Behind the Mystery of the Soul

With the greatest humility, in an attitude of wonder and praise, we should contemplate the spirit-in-our-bones and these God-given souls. Your existence is a wonder.

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Your Body is More Beautiful Than You Think

You might not realize it. But the way you think about yourself, and act out those thoughts, has likely been influenced by a too-low view of the body common in the world today. Given its emphasis on bodily pleasure and appearance, it seems counterintuitive that worldliness demeans the human body.

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Should I Eat That? On Fasting and Eating Disorders

Remember: the spiritual disciplines are not about perfection, but about praise and adoration for the one who loves us unfailingly.

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How Much Should Christians Care About Health and Fitness?

Episode 1388 | Pastor Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer questions about salvation outside of the Roman Catholic Church, the gift of tongues, DNRs and trusting God, and the line between fitness and idolatry.

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