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To Stay Active as We Age

Loving Father,
It’s easy to become more sedentary as we age, yet as important as ever to be active and exercise. As the aches and pains of aging increase, so does the challenge of overcoming them to move our bodies. Then, that can result in a cruel cycle of hurting in other areas because we’re not exercising. Move us to be proactive with our diet and exercise before the discomforts of aging set in, so we minimize them as much as possible. Help us to number our days, to remember our time of grace here on earth is limited, and to care for the bodies you’ve given us accordingly. Fill us with resilience and determination to show you honor and gratitude by maintaining our bodies and health to the best of our ability.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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To Love and Care for My Body and Life

Loving Father,
While I acknowledge that I am fearfully and wonderfully made, I must confess that I do not always reflect that in how I take care of – or rather neglect – my body. Indeed, if the attention and care I give to my physical health serve to indicate how much I value my body and life, I am embarrassed to admit the conclusion anyone would have to draw. I am sorry. Forgive me.

Thankfully, that is exactly what you do: forgive me. I do not live under shame or guilt, but under grace. You do not delight in finding fault, but in forgiving. The new life you daily call me to live in through my baptism is not merely spiritual, but flows into the blessing of physical as well. Since you redeemed not just my soul, but my body as well, steer me away from viewing it pessimistically or speaking of it pejoratively, and elevate how I view my own body. Whatever size and shape it is, help me to embrace and love it as you do – a gift to be cared for. Instill in me a healthy mindset that celebrates progress over perfection regarding exercise, working out, and anything that seeks to avoid being overly sedentary. Thank you for my body and life, and for the godly desire to treasure and care for them.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.