“If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.” (Luke 9:23)  “… How many who call themselves Christians are unwilling to exercise self-denial, even for Christ’s sake. How often the love for some pernicious indulgence is stronger than the desire for a sound mind in a sound body! Precious hours of probation are spent, God-given means squandered, to please the eye or to gratify the appetite. Custom holds thousands in bondage to the earthly and sensual.” (RH, June 15, 1886) Are you willing to deny self and follow God’s program for exercise. A final benefit of walking. “Several studies in older people suggest that walking — even for as little as 45 minutes a week — helps ward off Alzheimer’s disease. Regular strolls are also linked to mental sharpness in seniors. But regardless of your age, walking is likely to help keep your mind active, … particularly if you stroll with friends; walking while talking is a surefire brain booster.” (CNNHealth.com, June 28, 2008)  So take a walk with a friend this week for a better mind. Join other Christians in the “InSteps for Life” walking program. Visit http://www.adventistsinstepforlife.org to get started.