{"product_id":"a-little-theology-of-exercise-enjoying-christ-in-body-and-soul-paperback","title":"A Little Theology of Exercise: Enjoying Christ in Body and Soul - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDavid Mathis\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA Pastor Looks at Physical Exercise and Its Potential to Serve Spiritual Life and Joy\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe live in an age dominated by screens. For many, life is sedentary, and it's become increasingly difficult to prioritize physical activity. Quietly conformed to this new normal, they feel sluggish and unmotivated. Others, however, have become entangled in a fitness culture that prioritizes the self, fuels pride, and coddles idolatry.\u003cem\u003e Is it possible to make exercise holy?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eA Little Theology of Exercise\u003c\/em\u003e explores how stewarding our bodies can serve the soul, honor God, and bless others. Combining biblical texts with practical guidance, pastor and author David Mathis encourages readers to embrace modest exercise as a way to deepen their knowledge and enjoyment of Christ and then reflect his love in the world. By placing Christ at the center of physical training, readers will discover a greater joy in exercise and an even deeper joy in their relationship with God.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eChrist Centered: \u003c\/strong\u003e Demonstrates how effective body stewardship serves the soul, fostering the ability to know and enjoy Christ better \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced: \u003c\/strong\u003e Helps readers embrace new healthy habits while navigating the challenges of sub-Christian motivations \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTimely: \u003c\/strong\u003e In our sedentary age, this resource spurs physical movement and aims to enrich spiritual joy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWritten by David Mathis: \u003c\/strong\u003e Bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eHabits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDavid Mathis \u003c\/strong\u003eserves as senior teacher and executive editor at desiringGod.org; a pastor at Cities Church in Saint Paul, Minnesota; and an adjunct professor at Bethlehem College \u0026amp; Seminary in Minneapolis. He and his wife, Megan, have four children. He is the author of several books, including \u003cem\u003eHabits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 22, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51966581571885,"sku":"9781433598678","price":15.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/79DdUQIh0B9781433598678.webp?v=1775534683","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/a-little-theology-of-exercise-enjoying-christ-in-body-and-soul-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}