Our Fire-starter thought is what Gym will teach you. 

I joined a gym here in my area a couple of days ago and I have learned alot in two days. You say why do you go to the gym? Same reason we read our Bibles and have a life of prayer and that is to stay fit. 

I know this is probably something you think I am joking about but I really did join and I haven't just gone to watch everyone else do things I have actually put in some time. What is the gym for? The gym is for those that need it. Can I start by saying that Christ is for those that need him. By the way, whether or not you think you need him you do!!!! 

I would say secondly, it teaches you to build your strength and even lose the dead weight that you have. I am reminded of Hebrews 12:1 where It speaks of us running a race. In order to run properly you must get rid of the things that hold you back. Lay aside The weight... 

Weight is not good for your body neither is weights good for the spiritual man. 

Thirdly, I would recommend that pain is growth 

Don't give me the thought well Christ don't know what I am dealing with. I have pains and suffering you can only imagine. Did you not think it was at the well in Sychar where he sat because he was weary? Do you not know the pain and agony he faced with the beating and mocking and ridicule? Christ went through all of that. He knows the feelings of our infirmities because he was like us but the thing about him was he was sinless. 

Fourthly, you can share with others what you have learned and experienced and look for other ways to improve yourself.

The Bible states Iron sharpeneth Iron. 

We are supposed to sharpen each other. Can I encourage you today to think on these things? 

There are things we can build on I'm sure. 

Hope you have a great day!!!