His Temple
“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Today, I encourage you to be well in body and soul! In this verse, we are exhorted to take care of our bodies, as they are Yahweh’s temple. Once He would reside in a physical building, and now He is found within us. What an honor to be the temple of God!
When I focus on the fact that I am His temple, I often consider food and exercise that keep the physical body healthy. I also consider my mind and how what I allow to pass through my gates influences my thoughts and impressions. However, I’m not sure I’ve deeply considered other ways that take care of the soul as taking care of the temple.
Being well in all three parts of our soul glorifies Yahweh! We’ve learned that our soul consists of the mind, will, and emotions. The three work together in the invisible places of our temples. When something is good for the soul, it is good for the body! Laughing with our friends and family, reading a good book, enjoying music, a day at the beach, and on and on are beautiful life-giving things that can actually glorify Him! Your happiness and fulfillment of your soul is a part of taking care of your temple. Remember that today, and feed your soul with goodness!