There is a truism in the world of fitness… ‘fit for what?’
The question is simple but hugely important. Fitness is completely subjective. Being fit to run a marathon doesn’t make you fit to play rugby.
Fitness is built on repetition of specific exercises to build up your capability to do these more efficiently. So, my training to run 13 miles included long runs, but also sprints to improve the way your body uses oxygen. But I didn’t lift heavy weights.
Fitness needs a goal. Something to be fit for. You can’t get fit without taking part fully. And you don’t jump right in and run a marathon. You start slowly.
I often wonder what church is fit for?
To be fit for a purpose the church needs to practice spiritual exercises.
What would those be?
What would a ‘fit’ church look like?
How would it help people to build up their spiritual fitness?
Who would the coaches be?