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\"\"<\/a>What does God look like? We conjure up pictures in our mind of a Creator we can see, feel and touch. Artists depict God in human form, ethereal cloud and sometimes using only brush strokes of vivid color. But never, ever, have I seen an image of God who is overweight.<\/p>\n

Obviously God\u2019s children aren\u2019t always fit. Aretha Franklin is heavyset and God gave her the gift of song, her voice brings joy that is heavenly. Santa Claus, is the poster boy for fat and jolly. God gave Santa a job in the \u201cfamily business,\u201d boys and girls everywhere receive yearly gifts of happiness from the man in red.<\/p>\n

But what about those of us who are not superstars or holiday icons? We\u2019re created in God\u2019s image. We know, the shape and size of the human body couldn\u2019t possibly be as important to God as what comes from it. Enormous love, gigantic faith and kindness as large as the world is round, is how we express our likeness to the Creator.<\/p>\n

Good health and fitness are not an entitlement. It\u2019s a blessing to be able to feel good and look good. Here\u2019s a few practical tips to help you, help yourself get in shape and enjoy well-being.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Exercise \u2013 Listen to recorded sermons, praise music and affirmations to make the time pass quickly and inspire you to stick to a regular fitness routine.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Diet \u2013 Tithe your food. Some call it portion control, you can think of it as setting aside \u201cthe corner of your field\u201d for the glory of God.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Pray \u2013 Include your body on your prayer request list. Keeping the physical in touch with the spiritual in regular worship is certain to bring you closer to your wellness goals.<\/p>\n

God loves you as you are. You\u2019ll love yourself even better when you look and feel better. Exercise, diet and pray in honor of the Divine who loves you so much, he created you in His image.<\/p>\n

-Susan Diamond, Prayables<\/a><\/p>\n

You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.<\/em>
\nPsalms 145:16<\/p>\n

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