Soul Care - The Stewardship Primer

The Soul: the combined integration of the mind, body, will, and emotions comprising the essence of a person

A Healthy Soul: the state of being when the essence of one’s life, in union with Christ, is rightly aligned with God spiritually, physically, emotionally, and relationally

Soul Care: the intentional efforts to nurture and strengthen one’s spiritual, physical, emotional, and relational health

Effective Soul Care requires:

1) Awareness of needs/trouble spots (Diagnosis)

2) Truths that can bring light to dark corners (Treatment)

3) Margin to know when and how to apply (Courage)

Spiritually: “I am a beloved son/daughter of God experiencing joy and peace from my relationship with Jesus.”

Physically: “I am a healthy son/daughter of God having energy to serve and participate in personal activities.”

Emotionally: “I am a secure son/daughter of God expressing emotions but not allowing them to control me.”

Relationally: “I am an accepted son/daughter of God engaging in authentic community with others.”

How much attention do I generally give to “soul care” in a given week?

Where have I seen the abundance of God in my life in the past?

Express to God your desire for a healthy soul that experiences His abundance.