Our beliefs and attitudes are a key component in determining our health. In this regard, hope plays an important role. A person's faith, grounded in principles they believe to be true according to scripture, can be a source of hope. When we set out to make a change in our … [Read more...]
Spiritual Empowerment for Healthy Living – Weekly Health Devotional – Ephesians 3:16-21 &
We all need a certain capability to behave in ways that promote good health. The question is, do we do it in our own strength or do we tap into the strength from the almighty God? In today's verses, the author Paul provides a prayer for us to understand and receive special … [Read more...]
Weekly Faith and Health Scripture: Colossians 2:20-23 – Rules and Dieting
Many people follow a strict diet to try to lose weight. Most of the time this doesn't work for them and it's not surprising because according to this scripture, this strategy goes against God's design for us. Colossians 2:20-23 says "Since you died with Christ to the basic … [Read more...]
Weekly Faith and Health Scripture: Romans 15:13 & Hope and Health
Romans 15:13 says "So I pray that God who gives you hope, will keep you happy and full of peace as you believe in him. May you overflow with hope through the power of the Holy Spirit." Hope is key to maintaining an optimistic view for one's future. Researchers have documented … [Read more...]
Proverbs 4:20-22 God’s Truth and Our Health – Weekly Health Scripture
How can words help our health? Proverbs 4:20-22 tells us "My son, pay attention to what I say; listen closely to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and health to a man's whole body." As I read … [Read more...]
The Bible and Stress Management – Weekly Health Scripture – Psalm 119:143
The Bible has much wisdom regarding stress and how to manage it. "As pressure and stress bear down on me, I find joy in your commands" is from the New Living Translation of Psalm 119:143. The New International Version says "Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your … [Read more...]
