Lesson 24 — Christian Health
God cares about both our spiritual and physical well-being. The Bible describes the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit and encourages believers to make choices that support a healthy life. This lesson explores biblical principles concerning health and considers how caring for our bodies relates to Christian faith and daily living.
Lesson Overview
The lesson begins with the Bible’s teaching about the body and the presence of the Holy Spirit. It then examines the biblical account of humanity’s original diet and the choices people make concerning food, drink, and other substances. The study presents healthful living as part of responsible Christian stewardship and preparation for Christ’s return.
What You Will Learn
- Why the Bible connects physical well-being with care for the body.
- What it means for the body to be a temple of the Holy Spirit.
- What the creation account says about the original diet given to humanity.
- How the Bible discusses choices concerning food, drink, and health.
- Why the lesson connects healthful living with faithful Christian stewardship.
Bible Passages to Study
3 John 2; 1 Corinthians 6:19–20; John 14:16–17, 23; Deuteronomy 7:6–7; Genesis 1:29; Genesis 3:21. Read the full PDF for the additional passages and study questions.
Download the Lesson
Read the full PDF to follow the study questions and explore the biblical accounts in context.