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Welcome to THE BARBELL STRIKES BACK!

On this episode James welcomes Jesse Miner (@ironandfaithfitness) to the show! Jesse discusses his experiences in being a trainer in the fitness industry for 15 years and a co-pastor for 10 years, his mission with Iron and Faith Fitness, the meaning behind "Stronger in Christ, Stronger in Strength", how a person can improve their relationship with their faith and spirituality, what it means to have good spiritual health, having empathy towards other people, and the similarities shared between training through physical activity and working hard to improve one's relationship with their faith.

For easy reference, below are scripture references to personal health and physical training that Jesse discussed on the show:

• “Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air." - 1 Corinthians 9:26
• “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” -‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭6:19-20‬ ‭
• “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” - ‭‭1 Timothy‬ ‭4:8‬ 
• “No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” - ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12:11‬ ‭
• “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” - ‭‭James‬ ‭1:12‬ ‭NIV‬‬
• “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” - ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭4:23‬ 

For those interested in learning more about Jesse's mission and volunteer work visit: www.berkshiredreamcenter.org.

Thank you for listening.

Enjoy!

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