December 5: The Temple of the Holy Ghost

Today in My Utmost for His Highest: http://www.myutmost.org/12/1205.html

Dear Jesus, Ouch! I read the first sentence and I'm immediately convicted because I've let myself eat too much lately. I'm not so vain about the extra pounds, but my health is not as good this way, therefore, I'm not as useful to You. And yes, Chambers is so right when he says we tend to make excuses for ourselves yet be stern with others. Since I've never been tempted by drugs, it is easy to scoff at those who are, but I really don't even consider gluttony to be an issue. Please help us all see the reasons for respecting our bodies and working toward good health. Some of the children of my heart are very busy doing wonderful things, but they regularly sacrifice sleep to be able to accomplish more. It takes time to balance eating right, rest, exercise, and temperance, but in doing so, we deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow You! That is what You said we must do if we are to be your disciple. Help us to appreciate the miracle of the Spirit of God who condescends to live within us. As this beomes real, taking care of our bodies will become an act of worship to You.