Are you in good health? What does it mean to be in good health? How does one get to be in good health? How do you get to be in perfect health?
According to health experts, eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep contribute to a healthier body. Also, we are advised not to stress too much and to make time to relax and do some charity work.
However, on a more spiritual level, which is very practical, the Scriptures also have some advice on being in good health. For example, 3 John 1:2 says, “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” (KJV).
So, a prosperous soul will bring about good health? What is a prosperous soul? The word prosperous means successful, and the word soul means your heart, soul, and mind; depending on the context, it is used in the scriptures. So, does it mean that if my mind prospers, my body will be healthy? For sure.
How does your soul prosper?
- Renew your mind (Romans 12:1,2).
- Take ungodly thoughts captive (2 Corinthians 5:10).
- Be aware of the self-talk in your mind (Psalm 16:2, Psalm 42:5).
- Be careful with what you meditate on. (Philippians 4:8).
- Be selective in what you listen to and watch on TV, the Internet, in magazines and from other people. (Isaiah 33:15)
Your soul, heart, and mind this is where seeds are planted and grow. Everything you think, say and do, originates in your innermost person and results from what you have been subjecting yourself to in terms of your five senses.
The seed you plant is the seed that will grow; an apple seed does not produce an orange tree, so an evil thought will not bring about any good. So likewise, a sick idea will not bring about a healthy mind, and consequently, it will not bring about a healthy life.
Therefore, take some time to take stock of what is going on in your mind, what you are thinking about most of the time, what you meditate on and what you tell yourself. The right way to become aware is to note your words because you talk about your mind and heart.
We read in Luke 6:45, “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.” (KJV).
Take one step today towards a healthy and prosperous mind and life. Be in perfect health by choosing what you see and hear.
Blessings and love,
Mareli
