1 Timothy 4 v 7 "train yourself to be godly" Men this is our call today, this book is a must read. We need to train ourselves to be Godly no matter what the cost. An inspiring and practical guide to help us reflect God's glory in our lives. Are you prepared to build up a spiritual sweat.

R. Kent Hughes has written a very practical and challenging guide for us men to grab and allow to affect our hearts and lives. It takes discipline to become a top athlete, it takes greater discipline to become more like Christ. Throughout the bible in particular with Paul it is often referred to in a athletic form. 1 Timothy 4 v 7 “train yourself to be godly”, Hebrews 12 v 1 “Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses let us throw of everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” 1 Corinthians 9 v 25 - 27 Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training....”

We see that it takes time, effort, training but we have a fantastic motivation - What Jesus did on the cross for us. We should want to do it in response to what God has done for us. It is a response. What a God we serve but what a dark world we live in. With the distractions of the technological world, material world we need to focus on what matters, serving and bringing glory to God and advancing the Gospel. We at 90+ want to use this we want to train ourselves Spiritually and Physically to compete and serve God through Sports Ministry.

This fantastic book guides you through areas of your life where you need to be disciplined to stop Satan getting a foothold in your life, everything from Purity to Marriage, Prayer, Work, Leadership and Witness to name a few with practical guides and biblical examples help us realise our reliance on God and the need to become more like him.

I’ve found every chapter I’ve read so far a help. Chapter 2 on the Discipline of Purity is masterfully written. There isn’t a Christian man who doesn’t struggle daily with purity, if he’s truly honest. And Kent doesn’t pull any punches in this area. “Face the truth—King David fell, and so can you!” (p. 30) There’s nothing startling in his advice—it’s just sensible and scriptural. But how greatly such advice is needed in our blatantly sexual culture. This chapter alone will revolutionise your life.

Each chapter ends with “Food for Thought” with challenging questions to help point you in the right direction. This book can be used in small discipleship groups for accountability or on your own as a quiet time reading. I honestly believe we as men need to face up to this and take the step to become more Godly and lead as men of Christ. I have been challenged in my life and had to face up to reality on aspects in my life. I’m so glad of this book.

May you enjoy this challenge as you work up a Spiritual Sweat in your pursuit of Godliness.