Idea Starter: Bring the Gym to Your Church

Ask a member who works as a personal trainer to offer a quick sweat session immediately following a Sunday service to encourage your congregants to get up and move.

James P. Long
James P. Longhttp://JamesPLong.com

James P. Long is the editor of Outreach magazine and is the author of a number of books, including Why Is God Silent When We Need Him the Most?

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