Long ago, Jesus gave us the pattern for a balanced life.

"And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men." (Luke 2:52 NIV)

The perfect example of a balanced life!

This passage illustrates the perfect example of a balanced life. Jesus developed mentally and physically — grew in wisdom and stature. Our minds are a wonderful gift from God, and we need to keep learning all of our lives. Read widely, talk with those who know more than you do, keep up with events in our world. That is one of the secrets to living a rich and full life even into your golden years. Take care of yourself physically. Exercise, eat right, and get enough rest. You will find that you are healthier and more productive.

Jesus grew in his relationships — favor with men. Spend time with the people that matter to you. Invest time in your family. Work at nurturing the relationships that matter. And Jesus grew in his relationship with God — favor with God. Cultivate this relationship. You will be incomplete without it, and it will bring depth to the other areas of your life.

If I can help you grow in favor with God ... let me know — email steve@hopeforlife.org or call me toll free in the USA at 1-866-814-HOPE.

Are you presently experiencing a new life? God's word says, "if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!" This new life is a free gift of God through faith in Jesus Christ. If you want to know more about this life that only Jesus can give you, sign up for one of our Bible courses. Wherever you are in life, whatever you've done, you can begin again. You may also contact us at info@hopeforlife.org if you have questions about becoming a new creation.

 

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Title: "Living Life in Balance"
Author: Steve Ridgell
Publication Date: March 23, 2006

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Steve Ridgell serves as the Director of Ministry for Herald of Truth Ministries in Abilene, Texas and writes for Hopeforlife.org. You can reach him by writing to sridgell@heraldoftruth.org.

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