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The Apostle compared physical fitness with spiritual fitness. \u201cTake time and trouble to keep yourself spiritually fit. Bodily fitness has a certain value, but spiritual fitness is essential, both for this present life and for the life to come\u201d (1 Timothy 4:8).<\/p>\n<p>For spiritual growth, nothing can take the place of prayer\u2013simply spending time with God, thanking him for his gifts to you, praising him, asking for guidance, admitting your sins and asking forgiveness and help.<\/p>\n<p>You will grow as you set a good example\u2013\u201cin speech and behavior, in your love and faith and sincerity\u201d (1 Timothy 4:12). And \u201ckeep a critical eye on yourself\u201d (verse 16). From time to time, ask yourself how you are doing spiritually\u2013and take the steps necessary to continue growing.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can check your own spiritual health:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. A spiritually healthy person has a definite goal.<\/strong><br \/>\nAbraham\u2019s goal was to reach the land God had in store for him. Paul\u2019s goal was to reach the whole known world for Christ. What is <em>your<\/em> goal for this month? This day? Think big\u2013God will help you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. A spiritually healthy person is realistically humble.<\/strong><br \/>\nPaul, probably the greatest saint of all time, called himself \u201cless than the least of all saints\u201d (Ephesians 3:8). He reminds us not to feel self-important with the question \u201cWhat do you have that you did not receive?\u201d (1 Corinthians 4:7). St. Teresa called herself \u201ca pencil in the hand of God.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. A spiritually healthy person is confident.<\/strong><br \/>\n\u201cI can do all things through Christ who strengthens me\u201d (Philippians 4:13).<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. 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