For those who want to serve the Lord free from self-induced illness.
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Find out how Healthy Vessels relates personal health to Biblical principles.
Healthy Vessels
Healthy Vessels is a faith-based program that promotes the goal of maximizing the health of one’s body, soul, and spirit. It is presented as a lifestyle program that will support good health throughout one’s life. The guidelines discussed in the program are based upon Biblical principles, healthy eating, and a sound exercise program.
It is impossible to do what you need to do to maximize your health until you know the implication of your health habits. The Healthy Vessels program provides the foundational information that one needs in order to live a healthy life.
Organizations and churches that implement the Healthy Vessels program participate in an initial 12-week class that meets one day per week for two hours. The purpose of the program is to teach people the basics of living a healthy life.
Did You Know?
- Two-thirds of all Americans are either overweight or obese. Some studies predict that 86 percent of all Americans will either be overweight or obese within the next ten years. Obesity is a preventable problem.
- Some studies have shown that six of the seven leading causes of death and over 70 percent of debilitating diseases are caused by lifestyle choices. Lifestyle changes that are made can reverse this.
- It has been estimated that the obesity rate in the United States will increase from 93 million to 120 million people in the next five years.
- In 2003, U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Richard Carmona, stated that the #1 health problem in America is obesity. Statistics have gotten worse since 2003.
What You Will Learn
- What the Bible says about your health and the care of your body
- The causes of debilitating diseases and how to protect yourself
- The nutrients your cells need to remain healthy
- Healthy eating and exercise guidelines
- What you should weigh and how to get to your ideal weight
- The difference between a lifestyle change and a diet
- How to set effective goals and overcome obstacles
The Core Benefits
- To gain a better understanding of the relationship between our physical health and God’s principles
- To use fitness as an outreach ministry tool
- Promote complete well-being according to Biblical Principles
- Be a positive influence for lifestyle changes which can reduce the need for medical intervention
- Promote physical health by providing healthier food choices at church meetings and social events