The Weekly Word with Dr. Dowe: Lifestyle

“This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God…I am writing to God’s holy people…who are faithful followers of Christ Jesus…All praise to God, the Father of Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.”

Ephesians 1:1-3 (NLT)

A Christian is a believer of Jesus Christ. It says in Acts 11:28, “It was at Antioch that the believers were first called Christians.” Being a Christian is more than a thought, more than a religion, and even more than believing in God. It is a LIFESTYLE with intentionality. In fact, at my practice we offer the following written disclaimer to all new patients: Dr. Dowe and staff are Christians. Comments, concerns and advice may reflect this in conversation and in no way are intended to insult, offend or disrespect any patient. We respect all while giving uncompromised quality healthcare uplifting with the power of God.

Paul an apostle for God and our Lord Jesus Christ once pursued believers and killed them because they believed in the Power! But, Paul had a life changing experience (see Acts 9:1) and at the center of this wonderful experience was Jesus Christ. As the story goes, some non-believing folks at that time thought once Saul then converted to Paul was a heresy mess, totally insane. Paul publicly stated Jesus as Lord, confessed his past sins, surrendered his life to Him and resolved to obey Him to the fullest in his new found LIFESTYLE.

Yes, that is what it is all about. True conversion comes from a personal encounter with Jesus and leads to a new relationship with him. The bible puts it like this “My old self is crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me (my heart). So, I live trusting in Him, who loves me and gave His life for me.” (Gal 2:20 NLT). Being in a serious relationship with Jesus means we have all the benefits of knowing God. We have right now : power to do God’s will, chosen for salvation, wealth, spiritual insight, able to call him my daddy, our Father, benefits as his child, forgiveness, joy, peace and importantly these blessings as an authentic believer are eternal from right now until forever.

MedLifeFit LIFESTYLE practice encourages you to hold fast to your faith, one day at a time. You will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from the Love of God.

Be Healthy, Be Happy,

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