Listen to this articleSpiritual health is important and it relates to our overall well-being. It is important to take care of not only our physical health, but also our emotional and spiritual health.
Spiritual health is just as important as physical health.
The Bible teaches us that our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit and that we are to honor and glorify God with how we treat them. In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, we are told, “What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God’s.” This passage reminds us that our bodies belong to God and that we are to take care of them in a way that honors him.
But it’s not just about physical health. It’s also important to consider our emotional and spiritual health. In Matthew 22:37, Jesus tells us, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.” This means that we are to love God with all aspects of our being, including our emotions and our minds. Taking care of our emotional and spiritual health can involve things like regular prayer and Bible study, seeking support and accountability from other believers, and finding healthy ways to cope with stress and difficulties.
One way to think about the importance of spiritual health is to compare it to a three-legged stool. The three legs of the stool represent the three aspects of our health: physical, emotional, and spiritual. If any of these legs is weak or unstable, the whole stool will be unstable and difficult to balance on. But if all three legs of the stool are strong and stable, it will be able to support us and help us navigate the ups and downs of life. In the same way, when we prioritize and take care of our physical, emotional, and spiritual health, we are better able to handle the challenges that come our way and live a fulfilling and purposeful life.
I encourage you to take some time this week to reflect on your own health and well-being. Are you taking care of your body, mind, and spirit in ways that honor and glorify God? If not, I encourage you to make changes and prioritize your health. Remember, our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit, and it is our duty to glorify God with how we treat them.
I also encourage you to seek out opportunities for spiritual growth and nourishment. This might involve things like joining a small group or Bible study, participating in events at your church, or simply setting aside time each day for prayer and Bible reading. Don’t neglect your spiritual health – it is just as important as your physical and emotional health.