My Body Is a Temple

1 My body is a temple
That needs the greatest care;
It must be clean and wholesome,
For God is living there.
And if I keep the temple,
My body, strong and clean,
My mind must be as wholesome,
Although it can't be seen.

2 My tho'ts must be unselfish;
My words must comfort give;
My deeds must all be worthy
Of him with whom I live.
The bracing air I breathe in,
The ocean where I swim,
The sports that build my muscle,
I'll use for love of him.

Source: The Hymnal for Boys and Girls #57