Every Christian is exhorted to imitate Christ. Paul encourages us that we are not alone when we follow Christ, even in hardship and the difficult times of life.
Paul reminds us of the need to be thankful to God in our prayers on a regular basis. We also should pause and ask how these virtues are being produced in our daily lives.
While junk food may provide immediate satisfaction, its long-term consequences on health can be significant. Such is the case with our spiritual intake.