Spirit, Soul & Body Part 1Намуна
Visible in the mirror
Reflection
God’s word shows us who we are and reveals the mysteries of his love for the world. Just as when we look at our physical appearance in a mirror, so we see ourselves in the person of Jesus Christ and what his new life means for the lives we live.
Reflect on what has changed in you because of Jesus.
Introspection
As you cast your thoughts back over the last few days, remember that Jesus’ life, death and resurrection provided every believer with the opportunity to know complete change on their inside. The word reveals that this inner change wasn't in the body or in the soul but in what Jesus introduced to Nicodemus as a born-again spirit. That means the core of your being has been totally changed, saved! This influences your soul and body to align the whole of your life to the image of Jesus in surrender to him.
Recognize what you have inherited from our Lord Jesus (Jn 1: 16); confess his finished work with genuine faith (Rom. 10: 9) and confidence (1 Cor 1: 31); receive his blessing as you look into his perfect face (Jam. 1: 25); may your whole spirit and soul and body be blameless (1 Thess. 5: 23) - be perfect - because it is possible through Jesus Christ the Lord!
Your Next Step
For the next few minutes go and stand in front of a mirror and look intently at yourself. Do not look around at other things you see in the mirror and don’t rush this exercise. Gaze into your own eyes.
Some find this exercise strange, some find it easy, some find it difficult or emotional. There’s no ‘right or wrong’ experience but concentrate on your physical appearance, your expressions, and your emotion; look at how your body is home to your soul (consciousness) and your spirit (life source).
Thank God for what he has done for you. Tell him your heart’s desire to grow as his unique follower. Align your thoughts with the glorious things he has spoken about you.
Connect with us today and share your experience of this plan, or how we can pray with you and support you further as a follower of Jesus.
Look to complete Spirit, Soul and Body Part 2 after this plan.
Connect with us today here: prayer@doxadeo.church or prayer@ddcc.org.uk
About this Plan
The following reading plan will take you deeper into the three concepts of Spirit, Soul and Body at a steady pace, building on the message of Jesus' finished work. It will stretch, challenge and grow you as his follower. Make sure to allow the Holy Spirit space to work in you and to shape you. See the impact for yourself. This is the 1st of 4 plans in this series.
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