Blessings on this Sabbath day, Church Family! We are getting more an more sunshine these days and it is excellent weather for a walk. Lets take advantage of the season and commit ourselves to some healthy walks. "There is no exercise that can take the place of walking. by it the circulation of the blood is greatly improved. Walking, in all cases where it is possible, is the best remedy for the diseased bodies, because in this, all of the organs of the body are brought into us

Blessed Sabbath, Church Family, Today I was thinking about how good it is to laugh with friends or loved ones. We hear that laughter is good for the soul. And if that’s true, we can be sure there are health benefits from having a full good-hearted laugh. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection- fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease. Laughter triggers the release of endorphins. These are the body's natural feel-good

Blessed Sabbath Church Family, I remember when I had a cat that I loved deeply. Her name was, Olivia Noble, named after a great lady that I had adopted as my grandma. She was like most cats, kind of snobbish, but I was clearly her love, she followed me everywhere and loved to sit or lay near me wherever I was. She gave me great comfort, as a single mom with young boys. And lots of giggles at her silly antic’s. Pets, especially dogs and cats, can reduce stress, anxiety, and de

Blessed Sabbath Church Family, Today I thought it would be inspiring to talk about prayer and your health. “And the Lord will take away from you all sickness, and will afflict you with none of the terrible diseases of Egypt which you have known, but will lay them on all those who hate you.” Deuteronomy 12:15 “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith

Good Sabbath Church Family, Genesis 1:14-15 “Then God said, Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens to divide the day from the night; and let them be for signs and seasons, and for days and years; 15 and let them be for lights in the firmament of the heavens to give light on the earth”; and it was so.” Before God created man He put the sun in place for our benefit. We see that the sunlight is a gift from God designed to strengthen the body, uplift the mind, and su

Good Sabbath Church! Do you think that lying is bad for our health? I guessed that it has to be, and I was right. “Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal truthfully are His delight.” Proverbs 12:22 “A wholesome tongue is a tree of life, But perverseness in it breaks the spirit.” Proverbs 15:4 “Research has linked telling lies to an increased risk of cancer, increased risk of obesity, anxiety, depression, addiction, gambling, poor work satisfaction,

Good Sabbath Church! How are you sleeping? Good sleep is essential for our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Ellen G. White's writings contain valuable information about sleep (see below). Sleep restores the nervous system. She wrote that " sleep is the best restorer of the nervous system." Early sleep is more restorative. She stated that "one hour of sleep before midnight is worth two after it." and that "two hours' good sleep before twelve o'clock is worth more t

Good Sabbath Church Family! Where do you get your protein? Have you ever been asked this question from someone who thinks in unhealthy to leave meat out of your diet. Brothers and sisters, we should always be ready to educate and encourage others to choose healthy eating. In this way God can use us to bring them healing for any type of chronic disease. A plant base diet can reduce the risk, and we can help them to have a better quality of life. So where do we get our protein

Good Sabbath Church Family, Praising God is not only a spiritual duty but a powerful force for emotional, mental, and even physical health. Gratitude, joy, and vocal praise directly strengthen the mind and body. The mind and body are deeply connected, and uplifting thoughts literally invigorate the whole system. Sister White says the following: "Nothing tends more to promote health of body and of soul than does a spirit of gratitude and praise." ---Ministry of Healing, p. 251

Good Sabbath Church, Ellen G. White saw the Seventh-Day Adventist health message as absolutely central to the church’s identity and mission—not a side topic, not optional, but a God-given means to prepare people spiritually, physically, and mentally for Christ’s return. Her writings make this point repeatedly and with remarkable intensity. Why is the message so important? Health Reform Is Part of the Gospel Sister White taught that the health message is the “right arm of the

Blessed Sabbath Church, I am just amazed at the love of God and how He produced food from the ground for our benefit, to bring us a good quality of life. Sister White has said: Those foods should be chosen that best supply the elements needed for building up the body. In this choice, appetite is not a safe guide. Through wrong habits of eating, the appetite has become perverted. Often it demands food that impairs health and causes weakness instead of strength. We cannot safel

Good Sabbath Church, I would like to encourage you about walking. It is an easy way to improve not just our health but our whole disposition. Benefits of walking: Burning calories and losing body fat. Strengthening your heart and lowering your blood pressure. Easing joint pain and preventing arthritis. Boosting your immune system and reducing your risk of infections. Increasing your energy levels and creativity. Improving your mood and reducing stress. Extending your life ex

Good Sabbath Church Family,   Have you ever thought of the joy we gain when we are given a bouquet of flowers? Or the same kind of joy when we give them to a loved one. Why do the make us so happy? I love to buy flowers once every few days and keep them on my living room table. I so love to gaze at them, if you have a love relationship with God, you know that the beauty of flowers is a gift from Him.   As we look at a beautiful garden, with its opening buds, let us remember t

Good Sabbath Church Family, I saw an interesting article from Web MD ( https://www.webmd.com/ ). And it caught my attention because the author of the article seemed surprised that there would be a link between spirituality and our health. What we know about the Godly experience we get to encounter when we commune with God far surpasses their speculations. The article begins with questions: "Why do older people who regularly attend religious services appear to live longer and

Blessings from God, Sandy Torres Sabbath Blessings Church! We are still in the Holiday season with New Years still coming up. Unfortunately at a time where expectations for joy and happiness are high, when sorrow and disappointment are met instead, there are many who do not know how to cope. Many turn to alcohol. Alcohol is a very thought controlling and addictive substance. Not only does it slowly entangle you into addiction, but it is also damaging to your body. Did you kno

Good Sabbath Church Family! Today I wanted to just leave you with some quotes from Ellen White about the Great healing power of God and His laws of nature and healing: "Sickness, suffering, and death are work of an antagonistic power. Satan is the destroyer; God is the Restorer. The words spoken to Israel are true today of those who recover health of body or health of soul: 'I am the Lord that healeth thee.' The desire of God for every human being is expressed in the words, '

Good Sabbath Brothers and Sisters, During the Christmas season, there is so much emphasis on giving. This should be our focus as there are so many in true need. Luke 6:38 - "Give, and it shall be given unto you... For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again." This verse underscores the principle of reciprocity: when we give with a generous heart, we open ourselves to God's overflowing grace. Proverbs 11:25 - "The liberal soul shall be made

Good Sabbath Church Family, We are blessed by God, who gifted us with a health message and gave inspiration on this subject. It was a true gesture of His love, that over a hundred years ago, we were brought education through God’s messenger, Ellen White. “My brother and sister, you have a work to do which no one can do for you. Awake from your lethargy, and Christ shall give you life. Change your course of living, your eating, your drinking, and your working. While you pu

Happy Sabbath Saints! Drink More Water!! I know you've heard it many times, but I find seasonally I struggle at the beginning of a new season to keep my water intake up to standard. Remember to work at it gradually. First determine how much water you should drink daily. Daily recommendations for water intake for men is 124oz a day which is nearly 8-16oz bottles of water. Women need 92 oz daily which is nearly 6-16oz bottles of water. However, that can vary considering any par

Happy Sabbath Saints, The Happiness Outside-Kick up smiles by spending time in the sunshine. In a few weeks it will be a rush to get out in the sun due to shorter days. Walking outside is the best, but walking inside is the close second. Also there is a rush of health information out there, just like what we are trying to do here. Sometimes you wonder what is the best course: walk, run, weights, take certain vitamins, etc. Some best advice is consulting God's work and the Spi