The Lengths Some Men Will Go To!

 Would you break your leg to feel better about yourself? 

The Lengths Men Will Go To!

by Dr. Paul Pettit

Key Scripture: “Can any of you add a single cubit to his height by worrying?” (Matthew 6:27).

In this fascinating Scripture passage, Jesus highlights that human effort and anxiety cannot overcome physical limitations. This verse is part of the Sermon on the Mount, teaching that God cares for human needs (such as food and clothing), rendering anxious worry useless.

However, this has not stopped some men from attempting to add cubits to their height. When we discuss the topic of identity, or how we see ourselves and what we value as most important in our lives, it is critical to remember that for the believer, identity must be grounded in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Basing your identity on any thing or any person other than Jesus Christ is to build your life on quicksand.

Physical exercise is important. All of us should be involved in a little more temple upkeep. Dressing well and exercising good grooming habits is also important. We don’t want to needlessly offend. However, the Scriptures also remind us: “But the LORD said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7)

We can lift weights, run, eat well, and transform our bodies in many ways. But Jesus told us worry cannot add to our height. However, this has not stopped some men from attempting to add cubits to their height.

Are you familiar with leg-lengthening surgery? Limb lengthening is a surgical procedure that increases height by 2 to 6 inches by breaking the femur (thigh) or tibia (shin) bones. An internal magnetic device or external fixator is inserted to gradually pull the bone segments apart, allowing new bone to fill the gap over 6–9 months. To read the rest of this article, click here: https://newcommandment.org/the-lengths-men-will-go-to/

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Are You Comfortable with Authority?

by Dr. Paul Pettit

Key Scripture: “Jesus called them together and said, ‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave—just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Matthew 20:25–28)

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The Importance of Having a Game Plan

 

The Importance of a Game Plan

by Dr. Paul Pettit

Key Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7: “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to walk in him, being rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, and overflowing with gratitude.”

 

Can you imagine a college or professional sports team going into a game without a plan? You will likely make halftime adjustments, but without a game plan, you’re playing with fire. The saying comes to mind, “If you don’t care where you are going, any road will take you there!”” Throughout these monthly articles, I’ve described the journey, the path, the road to becoming a Christ-centered, mature man. We need to follow Jesus, our leader. We need to trust and rely on the Holy Spirit as our strength and shield. We never walk alone. We need other brothers with us on the trail. We must have the Scriptures as our trustworthy map. And we need a plan. His words are ... read rest of post here

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