FREEDOM THROUGH KNOWING HIS VOICE
Dear friend, I hope all is well with you and that you are as healthy in body as you are strong in spirit.
3 John 2
Here are a few guidelines to help bring your spirit, soul, and body into alignment with God's will for you; that you prosper and be in health even as your soul prospers.
Spirit
at every opportunity feed your spirit life food from the word and from teachings based on the word. Your spirit gets happy about eating like your body!
Simply worship God for who He is. You were created to be with Him. When you spend time alone just loving Him, His presence will clean you up, fill you up, and catch you up if you're lacking in any area.
Act on the word rather than on your emotions, choosing spirit responses instead of flesh reactions.
Mind/Emotions
read frequently to learn something new on a regular basis.
Tell the truth in all circumstances and think on the truth at all times. Discard all lying thoughts such as poor self-esteem and negative thinking, both based on believing a lie.
Laugh a lot and look for the humor in life. This will strengthen your body and unburden your soul.
Body
rest, exercise, and consume foods that produce health and strength.
Look for every opportunity to tell your flesh no.
stay well groomed. Your appearance projects your honor for the Holy spirit and for His vessel (you), as well as your honor for those to whom He is sent (others).
Finally, look for opportunities to be a blessing to others. Kindness, for example, is a life-changing gift. You have no idea how one heartfelt smile can lift another person's day or how deeply you can impact someone else by sincerely asking, “hello, how are you doing?” and then pausing to actually listen and respond to the answer.
So, take time each day to pause and breathe in God's loving presence. Expect His goodness to be manifested in your moments because of your covenant with Him.
Posted on :
13 DEC 2009