Many people say they have the right to do whatever they want to with their own bodies. Although they think this is freedom, they are really enslaved to their own desires.
When we become Christians, the Holy Spirit fills and lives in us. Therefore, we are no longer own our bodies.
"Bought at a price" refers to slaves purchased at auction. Christ's death freed us from sin, but also obligates us to his service.
It's kind of like the apartment complex I live at it. It's owned by someone else, I live here and pay for it, and I try not to violate the buildings rules. Because our body belongs to God, we must not violate his standard for living.
Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, who you have received from God? You are not your own, you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.
(1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
As we begin this exciting week of Christmas, I hope this inspires you to honor your body. Treat it well, work out, eat well, sleep plenty, and drink lots of water. Let's honor God with how we treat and love our bodies.
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