5. TEMPERANCE:
Right in the middle of the Eden garden God planted a Tree of Knowledge Good and Evil, that is where the lesson of temperance has been taught.
There is a saying "Temperate man makes man perfect and healthy" its very true.
Right in the middle of the Eden garden God planted a Tree of Knowledge Good and Evil, that is where the lesson of temperance has been taught.
There is a saying "Temperate man makes man perfect and healthy" its very true.
“True temperance teaches us to abstain (give up) entirely from
that which is injurious, to use judiciously (thoughtfully) only healthful and
nutritious articles of food.” Health Reformer, May 1, 1877.
"And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things..." 1 Corin 9:25"
PHILIPPIANS 4:5 Let your moderation be known unto all men.
1 PETER 2:11 Dearly beloved, I beseech you as stranger and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul.
“Abstemiousness (temperance) in diet and control of the passion
will preserve the intact (together) and give mental and moral vigour, enabling
men to bring all their propensities under control of the higher power and to discern
(distinguish)between right and wrong, the sacred and the common.” Testimonies
Volume, P. 491.
In order to succeed physically, mentally, and morally in life, and to preserve health, temperance in all things is necessary- temperance in labor, temperance in eating.
(How to live p 57)
God is the owner of the whole man, soul body, spirit are His. God gave his only son to for us, and our entire life belongs to GOD.
(Healthful Living p 9)
The wonderful mechanism of our body doesn't receive half the care where we give to lifeless machine.
( Gospel worker p175)
Satan knows that he cannot overcome man unless he can control will. (Temperance p 16)
Eating merely to please the appetite is a transgression of natures laws. (Unpublished Testimonies Aug 30, 1896)
Our physical, mental, moral powers, are not our own, but lent us of God to be used in His services. (Healthful Living p. 29)
Irregularity in eating and drinking , and improper dressing, deprave the mind and corrupt the heart, and bring noble attributes to the soul in slavery to the animal passions. (Herault Reformer, sept 1 1871)
“We should abstain from any practice which will blunt (dull) the
conscience or encourage temptation.... what is needed in every community is
firm purpose, and a will to touch not, taste not, handle not, then the
temperance reformation will be strong, permanent, and thorough...” Counsels on
Diet and Foods, p. 435
In order to succeed physically, mentally and morally in life, we must have temperance in regard to things food and abstinence in regard to things harmful.
The health should be a sacredly guarded as the character. (councils to parents p. 84)
Our bodies are not our own to treat as we please, cripple by habits making it impossible to render to God a perfect service. Cares every moment. Keep our living machinery in action.
(Medical ministry p. 13)
In order to have a good health we should be temperance in all
things. We should have self control and must be exercised in our work or daily activities, food, sleep,
dressing, cosmetics, playing, eating, drinking, reading, behavior, speech, studies, thoughts, habits, in our travels, recreation etc.
" In order to preserve health, temperance in all things is necessary- temperance in labor, temperance in eating and drinking." How to Live,p.57.
Here are some of the harmful things that should be avoided:
* Do not use tobacco in any form, for it is a slow but powerful poison.
* Totally avoid alcoholic drink
* Stay away from poisonous substances and toxic drugs. This includes vapors and fumes
* Beware of addicting substances and never indulge in them like tea, caffeine products injure your organs, cola drinks gradually melt your teeth.
* The heavily sugared foods (such as candy, ice cream, cake, and chewing gum) are better left alone
* The Bible says do not eat blood and fat
* Do not use greasy food this include butter, ghee, margarine, and animal fats
* Any oil that is solid or semi solid at room temperature should never be put into the body.
* Be aware of trans-fats. These are the partially hydrogenated oils that have been added in many foods.
* Non-veg are for carnivorous animals because our digestive tracts are much longer than those of dogs, tigers, and other flesh eating animals.
* Try to avoid diary products, egg, processed and preservative & fast foods
* Do not cook food in Aluminum, they are poisonous to the body.
* Avoid refined products like white flour or Maida, white sugar, white rice, refine oil, free flow table salt.
* Baking powder and soda should not be used in food preparation, for they damage the delicate lining of the stomach.
* Avoid automobile and tobacco fumes, car exhaust contains lead and cigarette smoke has many dangerous chemical, in addition to nicotine.
* Chlorinated water leads to atherosclerosis, And fluoridated water injures your bones, teeth, and nerves.
* Do not eat or drink things that are too hot or too cold, both upsets the stomach and weaken the digestive system
* Maintain a balance of rest and exercise not too much work or too little.
* Try to have a set time for rising, family worship, prayer, drinking your water, mealtime, evening walk, bed time, etc. relaxes the mind, and helps us work more efficiently.
* Cleanliness of body, clothing, bedding, and house are important to good health.
* Tight compressions about the waist (such as belts, corset (tight dress belt around waist) can induce later pelvic organ disease, Wear clothing that will avoid chilling of the arms and legs.
* Refuse to live a life of anxious concern, Worry wears out the life forces, If you cannot solve in it five minutes, give it to God in payer.
* Above all things, keep cheerful, and keep close to God and His written word. Permit nothing to keep you depressed or anxious. People that are cheerful and relaxed always are healthier and have longer, happier lives.
"Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do , do all to the glory of God." 1 Corn 10:31
" Know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God and ye are not your own?
For ye are bought with a price therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit which are God's." 1 Corin 6:19-20
In conclusion, we can be sure that most of the diseases are caused by intemperance habits in our lives.
"I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." Phil 4:13
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