Body, Soul, Spirit SIMPLY Explained (How You Interact with the Spiritual Realm) - The Bible Stories

If any man is in Christ he is a new creation when you were born again you received a new nature a supernatural nature you were born of the spirit now I want to reveal from scripture the truth about how you interact with the spiritual realm to truly understand this we must remember that the spiritual realm is not a distant far-off place it is all around us intertwined with the physical world in ways we often Overlook many people think that the spiritual realm only becomes relevant during moments of deep prayer or extraordinary Supernatural encounters however the

truth is that in every moment of your life you are in connection with both the Earthly and the spiritual Realms every decision you make every thought you entertain and every action you take either Al Rems you with the power of the spirit or draws you closer to the world I'm going to explain the differences between Spirit soul and body to bring Clarity to your identity and how you interact with the spiritual realm before we continue I invite you to write take me deeper in the comments as your public prayer of faith if this message resonates

with you don't forget to like subscribe and share it with someone who needs it let's grow deeper together in the word of God understanding the holy spirit's fullness when we talk about going deeper in the spirit we mean aligning with God's Will and becoming more sensitive to the holy spirit's leading the holy spirit is already fully present in your life from the moment of your salvation this fullness is not reserved for a select few every believer has the same access to the holy spirit's power and gifts as you surrender you will notice his influence guiding

your decisions bringing you peace power and Clarity in ways you never expected you don't need to wait for an external sign or a change in circumstances the holy spirit is active in your life now equipping you for today's challenges and preparing you for eternity the holy spirit's fullness is within you waiting for your surrender not external signs to guide you with peace wisdom and strength the three components of human nature it's important to recognize that while we have received everything in Christ walking in that truth often requires a shift in mindset and heart many Believers

struggle because they expect to see immediate external changes when they surrender to God God but in reality the transformation begins within the more we align our thoughts attitudes and desires with the truth of God's word the more we begin to experience the fullness of what he has deposited in us now I understand that sometimes it may not feel like this sometimes you might feel like you lack the power peace Joy love Revelation Holiness Grace compassion or even boldness to step into God's calling for your life but I assure you you lack nothing in Christ you're

not a trinity you're not three people in one instead you are a human with three aspects to your nature Spirit soul and body when you start seeing yourself as a spiritual being first it affects how you engage with the world around you you'll begin to recognize that your true strength wisdom and identity come from your connection with God through the Holy Spirit instead of reacting to circumstances with fear or uncertainty you'll respond with faith grounded in the knowledge that your spirit which is united with God's spirit is always in tune with his perfect will this

shift in perspective allows you to live from a place of confidence knowing that God is working in you and through you regard regardless of the challenges you face confidence in God's work is more than just optimism it's deeply rooted in the Assurance of his promises the Bible tells us that he who began a good work in us will bring it to completion Philippians 1:6 this means that even when we cannot see the full picture God is intricately weaving our lives for his purpose trusting in this Divine process enables us to face uncertainty with calm Assurance

knowing that nothing is wasted in God's plan each challenge we encounter is a stepping stone toward a deeper relationship with him and a stronger witness of his grace in our lives this understanding changes how you approach everything in life once you grasp that your true identity is found in the spirit it will begin to transform every area of your life your priorities will shift your mindset will change and the way you handle trials will be different fear is a natural human response to the unknown but when your spirit is in tune with the Holy Spirit

fear no longer dictates your decisions instead Faith becomes your guide giving you the ability to stand firm even when the future seems unclear the Bible reminds us that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power love and a sound mind second Timothy 1:7 this is the power we access when we allow the spirit to lead our minds are renewed our hearts are filled with love and we walk in the power of God's truth this is how you transcend the limitations of the Flesh and live victoriously despite external circumstances when your spirit

leads fear doubt and chaotic emotions no longer have control instead your responses reflect Faith grounded in the holy spirit's power you'll no longer be tossed by every change in circumstances but anchored in the unchanging truth of God's word allowing you to live from a place of divine perspective and Authority instead you operate from the victory Christ has already secured for you allowing your responses to be shaped by faith hope and love rooted in Christ your identity gives you the confidence to face challenges knowing you're Victorious and unshaken by circumstances your true identity Anchored In Christ

transcends worldly definitions it is not tied to your achievements or how you perceive yourself your regenerated Spirit through the Holy Spirit holds your ultimate identity as a beloved child of God you begin to operate from a higher plane a spiritual plane this shift allows you to respond to Life's challenges from a place of divine perspective you start to see that the things that once troubled you are now under your feet as you stand in the authority given to you as a child of God it is deeply rooted in your connection to God through the Holy

Spirit Society may try to label you by your success your failures or your past but none of these things Define who you are in Christ you are a new creation 2 Corinthians 5:1 17 and your identity is secure in him this understanding changes everything when you see yourself as God sees you fear of failure insecurity and doubt lose their grip you begin to walk in the authority and confidence that comes from being a beloved child of God this understanding empowers you to live above the limitations of your body and the fluctuations of your soul it

is from this place of spiritual strength that you can face every trial with endurance and every season with hope while the body may feel pain and the Soul discouragement the spirit remains steadfast and unshaken this steadfastness comes from abiding in Christ as a branch abides in the vine John 15:5 so we remain unshaken when rooted in his presence even in life's storms the world may cause our physical bodies to suffer and our emotions to fluctuate but the spirit that is aligned with God stands firm drawing life and sustenance from an eternal Wellspring when we abide

in Christ we are connected to a constant source of peace and joy no matter the trials this unshakable strength is not of your own doing it is rooted in Christ's finished work on the cross the spirit is impervious to the enemy's attacks and the trials of Life continuously drawing from God's strength and guiding you through even the darkest seasons though your emotions may waver and your body May grow weary your spirit remains empowered by the Holy Spirit a constant source of strength and guidance it is from this inner Wellspring of power that you can draw

peace in times of chaos joy in seasons of hardship and wisdom in moments of confusion this is the foundation of on which you can build a Victorious Life this may sound simple but it's incredibly profound understanding your true nature as a spirit being changes everything about how you approach life if you live as though your body and soul are all that matter you will constantly be limited by your emotions thoughts and physical experiences your spirit empowered by the holy spirit is already connected to the wisdom strength and peace of God if you're ready to dive

deeper into understanding your spiritual identity hit the Subscribe button and turn on notifications so you don't miss more Revelations like this one take a moment to pause and reflect how are you aligning your soul with the spirit let us know in the comments below distinguishing between Spirit soul and body once you gr this foundational truth understanding how you interact with the spiritual realm becomes clearer your true identity is ultimately found in the spirit the part of you that connects with God and is already connected with him as we begin to understand these three aspects of

our nature many things will start making sense Prayer Ministry and your relationship with God why you feel certain things sometimes times and not at other times will also become clearer 1 Thessalonians 5:23 says now may the God of Peace make you holy in every way and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again here we see that scripture distinguishes between the Body Soul and Spirit the tension between the Soul and Spirit is something every believer experiences your soul with its emotions and intellect is where decisions

are made but it must be guided by the Spirit by allowing the spirit aligned with God to lead your emotions and decisions begin to reflect his will this alignment leads to Greater Clarity peace and a deeper connection with the Lord allowing you to experience the Abundant Life he has promised this distinction is critical because so many Believers misunderstand the relationship between their soul and their Spirit when we operate out of the Soul we are prone to doubt confusion and frustration but when we allow the spirit to lead we tap into God's Eternal perspective spiritual maturity

is not about the accumulation of knowledge or outward religious practices it is about a deepening relationship with the Holy Spirit this relationship grows as you learn to let go of control and allow the spirit to take the lead in your life as you make this shift you will notice that your decisions are no longer influenced by fleeting emotions or external pressures but by the steady guiding presence of the Holy Spirit within you one of the most profound aspects of spiritual growth is learning to remain stable and secure in your spirit even when everything around you

seems uncertain the circumstances of life may shift but the foundation of your spirit is rooted in Christ this is true spiritual Freedom a life marked by peace and joy not because circumstances are perfect but because because you are connected to the one who is perfect spiritual Freedom isn't about avoiding challenges but about responding to them with the wisdom and strength that comes from the Holy Spirit when your spirit is leading you're no longer a slave to your emotions or circumstances instead you're free to live in the fullness of God's peace joy and strength regardless of

what's happening around you this freedom allows you to walk in Divine confidence knowing that God is working all things together for your good this is where true freedom is found Freedom From Fear doubt and confusion it's crucial to grasp this distinction because the enemy often tries to blur the lines between your soul and spirit when the soul leads we find ourselves swayed by our emotions our desires and our circumstances but when the spirit takes its rightful place you can rise above temporary feelings and worldly concerns resting in the Eternal truths of God's word this is

why the Bible speaks so often about renewing our minds and setting our hearts on things above because only through the spirit can we fully access the Divine realities meant for us the renewal of the mind is not a one-time event but a continual process every day we must choose to align our thoughts with God's word casting down thoughts that don't agree with his truth as we do this our hearts become more aligned with Heaven's perspective and we begin to see life through God's eyes this transformation of the mind is essential for spiritual growth as it

allows us to discern the will of God and live according to his purposes let me be careful in explaining this because I don't want to cause confusion although spirit and soul are two different aspects of your nature the line between them isn't as clearcut as some might think the connection between the Soul and Spirit is deeper than any illustration can convey while they serve different functions they work together in profound ways when your spirit is aligned with God it shapes your thoughts and emotions conversely if your soul is troubled it can affect your ability to

hear the spirit we must not Overlook the Nuance because scripture describes the mingling of the Soul and Spirit they aren't entirely separate it's essential to acknowledge that the Soul and Spirit are deeply connected while they serve different functions they influence each other in significant ways for example when your spirit is aligned with God's truth it begins to affect your emotions thoughts and decisions conversely if your soul is troubled or distracted it can Cloud your ability to hear the spirit clearly this is why maintaining spiritual health is so important it allows Your Soul and Spirit to

operate in harmony leading you to make decisions that reflect God's will in the Old Testament the soul and Spirit were often seen as intertwined reflecting different facets of human experience but through Christ We Now understand the spirit as the core of our identity connected directly to God we don't have time to go into all the details but it's important to note that when talking about the Soul and Spirit we're often describing different functions of The Human Experience take this moment to think about how you honor God through your body is there something you can do

to improve your physical and spiritual health share your journey in the comments and don't forget to like this video if it's encouraging you in your walk with God the body your Earthly suit the way you communicate and interact with the physical world around you it's through your body that you perceive the world what you see hear and feel while we often focus on the spirit as the most important part of our being we must not neglect the body our physical bodies are gifts from God given to us for a purpose they allow us to interact

with the world to carry out the mission God has entrusted to us and to express worship through actions like prayer service and praise treating the body with care and discipline is a form of honoring God this doesn't mean idolizing our physical appearance but rather using our bodies as instruments for his glory while it's easy to dismiss the importance of the physical body in spiritual matters we must recognize that the body is a vessel God has given us to fulfill his purposes on Earth through our physical senses we engage with the world around us share the

gospel and serve others the body when surrendered to God becomes a tool for his glory this stewardship extends Beyond just physical health it's about treating your body as a vessel for God's work when you're physically healthy you are more equipped to fulfill the calling God has placed on your life you have more energy to serve more stamina to endure and a clearer mind to focus on his will honoring your body is not just about avoiding harm but also about actively cultivating strength and vitality so that you can run the race set before you with endurance

taking care of your body through rest proper nutrition and discipline also reflects stewardship over the life God has entrusted to you in this way even the physical becomes a reflection of the spiritual your body connects you to the Earthly realm and when it breaks down down you disconnect from this realm entirely and remain connected only to the spirit realm your body is how you interact with people around you most of your conversations and interactions happen in the physical world the body isn't inherently evil yet many think of it that way our physical bodies though subject

to the limitations and weaknesses of this world are also meant to be vessels for God's glory the way we treat our bodies how we care for them nourish them and use them matters to God Scripture calls us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices holy and pleasing to him this means recognizing that even in the everyday tasks of life from eating and working to resting and serving we can honor God by using our bodies in ways that reflect his goodness and purpose this misunderstanding comes from New Testament terminology sometimes the word flesh refers to the

physical body while at other times it refers to the sinful nature or its Cravings because of this we often confuse the two and assume the body itself is sinful in fact your body can be used as an instrument of Disobedience or as an instrument of obedience as First Corinthians 6: 19 States what know ye not that your body is the Temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you which ye have of God and ye are not your own the physical body far from being inherently evil is actually the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit

your body is a tool a vehicle that carries the other aspects of your being when you look in the mirror and see your reflection you are seeing your body not your spirit or Soul you're seeing the physical vehicle you use to experience the world when you think of it this way it helps you be more Heavenly minded and more aware of the supernatural being Heavenly minded doesn't mean ignoring the realities of this world but rather seeing everything through the lens of Eternity it means recognizing that every action every decision and every moment is an opportunity

to store up Treasures in Heaven when we live with eternity in view we no longer get bogged down by temporary challenges or fleeting Pleasures instead we walk with a sense of purpose knowing that our true reward is not found in this life but in the life to come this eternal perspective empowers us to endure hardship with joy and to pursue Holiness with passion living with an eternal mindset shifts our perspective from temporal concerns to Eternal rewards instead of becoming overwhelmed by Earthly challenges we recognize that we Are Spiritual Beings having a temporary physical experience Guided

by a higher purpose this shift in Focus gives us the ability to endure hardships with Grace and joy knowing that the the temporary trials we Face are working for us an eternal weight of Glory 2 Corinthians 4:7 each challenge is an opportunity to exercise Faith to trust in God's plan and to build a testimony of his faithfulness as we live for eternity we find that even the smallest acts of obedience have significance in God's Grand Design living with eternity in mind turns trials into opportunities for deeper faith and trust in God you recognize that your

present circumstances are temporary but the lessons learned and the character refined during these trials will carry Eternal significance this shift in perspective enables you to endure hardships with patience and joy knowing that God is using every situation to shape you into his image and prepare you for the Eternal reward awaiting you with an eternal mindset trials become temporary and we Face them with perseverance and hope knowing our true citizenship is in heaven instead of being crushed by life's difficulties we see them as opportunities for growth and refinement every hardship becomes a stepping stone toward greater

Faith deeper trust in God and a more profound understanding of his love this perspective shifts our Focus from short-term pain to long-term purpose the body is your connection to the Earthly realm but you are not your body the soul the realm of decision the soul consists of your mind will emotions and personality why do we say the soul is the mind will and emotions Psalm 42:1 says why art thou downcast oh my soul and why art thou disquieted within me here the psalmist expresses depression and sadness emotions that are felt in the soul according to

Strong's Interlinear reference for this verse the soul is defined as a living being life self person desire passion appetite and emotion we conclude that the soul consists of the mind will emotions and personality by simple deductive reasoning scripture makes a distinction between Body Soul and Spirit and since the body and spirit are clearly defined we can deduce that what's left over defines the soul there's still some crossover between the Soul and Spirit for instance some people argue that Christians can have demons because they believe demons can't dwell in the spirit or body but can in

the soul this is an example of making the distinction too bold and leading to misunderstandings the influence of the Holy Spirit on your spirit is not something that stays confined within you it transforms every part of your being as your spirit grows stronger in communion with God the effects are seen in your thoughts emotions and decisions you begin to reflect the character of Christ more fully and the fruits of the the spirit love joy peace patience kindness goodness faithfulness gentleness and self-control become evident in your daily life this inner transformation will also impact how you

interact with others as you are empowered to love and serve with a heart aligned with God's will what the Holy Spirit does in your spirit will affect your soul the soul is a dynamic part of your being constantly processing thoughts emotions and desires it's where the battle between the Flesh and the spirit often takes place this is why it's crucial to fill your soul with God's word aligning your will with his and allowing his truth to shape your choices meditating on scripture is more than reading it's internalizing God's truth until it transforms your entire being

Psalm 1: 2 encourages us to meditate on his word day and night this consistent Focus shifts our desires renews our minds and equips us with wisdom for every decision meditating on scripture is more than just reading the words on a page it is about internalizing God's truth and allowing it to shape your thoughts emotions and actions Psalm 1:2 says that the righteous person medit Ates on God's law day and night this continual meditation transforms the way we think and live aligning our desires with God's will it also serves as a spiritual weapon enabling us to

combat lies Temptations and distractions that try to pull us away from God's path by immersing ourselves in his word we arm ourselves with Divine wisdom equipping us to make decisions that honor him and fulfill his purpose for our lives this ongoing renewal enables you to make decisions that lead to life peace and fulfillment the soul is the seat of decision making it's the place where we choose between following God's will or following our own desires every day we Face countless choices some small some significant that shape the course of Our Lives when we submit our

souls to the Holy Spirit we are empowered to make decisions that align with God's perfect will even when it's difficult this is where true transformation happens not in outward actions alone but in the inner workings of the Soul surrendered to God's Direction every decision you make no matter how small contributes to the overall direction of your life this this is why it's so important to stay in tune with the Holy Spirit allowing him to guide your Soul's desires thoughts and decisions staying in tune with the Holy Spirit requires daily surrender and attentiveness it's easy to

become distracted by the noise of the world but as you make time for prayer worship and scripture you open yourself up to the spirit's guidance when your decisions are made made from a place of spiritual discernment you'll find that even the small seemingly insignificant choices of daily life become opportunities to walk in the will of God this attentiveness to the spirit's leading allows you to live a life that is both purposeful and fulfilling aligned with the divine plan he has set before you the more you yield to his Direction the more your soul becomes aligned

with his will and when your soul is aligned with God's will every decision you make whether big or small becomes a step toward fulfilling Your Divine Purpose the decisions you make in the realm of the Soul have lasting effects they determine not only the trajectory of your life but also the extent to which you experience the fullness of God's promises when your soul is aligned with the spirit you begin to operate from a place of divine strength and wisdom your emotions become Anchored In God's truth your will is bent toward his purposes and your thoughts

reflect his mind this is the true transformation that God desires for each of us a soul that is fully surrendered to the influence of the Holy Spirit the soul is where Free Will is exercised if you try to encounter God through the body that's religion if you try to encounter God through the soul that's emotionalism true encounters with God begin in the spirit and then affect the soul and body yes a true encounter with God may cause an emotional or physical response shouting clapping dancing but you can't clap or feel your way into an encounter

with God here's a recap of Body Soul and Spirit the body is your Earth suit it interacts with the world around you and it's not inherently evil the soul is the realm of decision your mind will emotions and personality through deductive reasoning we understand that the soul is distinct from the body and spirit Matthew 10 verse 28 says Don't Be Afraid Of Those Who Kill the body but cannot kill the soul Soul rather be afraid of the one who can destroy both soul and Body in Hell notice the spirit isn't mentioned here because those who

are born of the spirit don't experience hell's torment the spirit is your connection to God before you were saved you were dead in your sins but when you were born again you became alive in Christ born of the spirit have you experienced the power of being born born of the spirit if not now is the time to invite the Holy Spirit to transform your life write in the comments I am born again as a declaration of faith and let's celebrate your new beginning together being born of the spirit John 3: 5 to8 tells us Jesus

answered verily verily I say unto thee except a man be born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter the kingdom of God that which is born of the flesh is flesh and that which is born of the spirit is Spirit Marvel not that I said unto thee ye must be born again the wind blows where it pleases you hear its sound but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going so it is with everyone born of the spirit when you were born into this world you were given physical senses sight

hearing touch taste smell allowing you to experience the Physical Realm when you were born again you gained spiritual senses connecting you to God and making you aware of the spiritual realm your body is the outermost part your soul is the middle ground and your spirit is the innermost part each layer touches the other the holy Holy Spirit influences your life as you surrender to him your spirit which is the depth of your being is where fellowship with the Holy Spirit occurs 1 Corinthians 2: 9-16 States no eye has seen no ear has heard no mind

has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him but it was to us that God revealed these things by his spirit for his Spirit searches out everything and shows us God's deep Secrets no one can know a person's thoughts except that person's own spirit and no one can know God's thoughts except God's Own spirit and we have received God's spirit not the world spirit so we can know the wonderful things God has freely given us living in the spirit remember your spirit is always connected to God God your soul is where decisions are

made and your body is the vessel through which you experience the world when the spirit leads your life is aligned with God's will bringing peace Clarity and purpose you may wonder why you feel God in some seasons and not in others why some seasons are filled with prayer and others feel dry here's the challenge most of us have been trained by the world to live from the outside in we react to circumstances to what we see hear and feel allowing these external factors to dictate our thoughts and emotions but God calls us to live differently

to live from the inside out this means letting his Spirit within us influence how we respond to the world rather than letting the world dictate our actions and mindset it's a radical shift but it's the key to walking in peace power and purpose you can choose to live either from the exterior body or from the interior Spirit living from the spirit means placing it at the helm of your life letting your identity in Christ shape how you respond to circumstances it's a way of living that prioritizes God's Eternal truth over temporary realities imagine three individuals

standing in front of you shoulder to shoulder all facing the same direction the one in the middle can either face to the left or right one representing the body the other the spirit turning inward to the spirit means choosing to prioritize God's voice above all else it means quieting the noise of external distractions and tuning into the still small voice of the holy spirit this requires discipline and focus but the rewards are immense as you cultivate this inward Focus you'll find that the Holy Spirit Will Reveal truths provide comfort and offer Direction in ways you

never expected this practice of turning inward is not about isolation but about communion connecting deeply with the spirit who dwells within you guiding you toward all truth but what if we could learn to turn inward toward the spirit living from the spirit brings peace and joy that transcend external circumstances let the holy spirit guide you in every moment trusting his plan and responding with faith not fear What If instead of allowing the everchanging circumstances of life to dictate our emotions and thoughts we learn to Anchor ourselves in the unchanging truth of God God's word this

shift in focus is what leads to True spiritual maturity it's not about escaping the realities of the physical world but about responding to them from a place of spiritual stability and strength many Christians live their lives facing outward viewing life primarily Through The Eyes of the body when you focus outward the circumstances around you good or bad affect your emotions ions and thoughts many believe a breakthrough means a change in circumstances but a true breakthrough is internal true breakthrough comes from an internal shift letting your spirit guide you with faith trusting God's wisdom in every

challenge this internal shift is not a one-time event but a continual process of renewal and growth each day presents new opportunities to let go of control and trust God more deeply it's in these moments of surrender that we experience true breakthroughs not because our circumstances have changed but because we have changed our hearts are softened our minds are renewed and our Spirits are strengthened to walk in alignment with God's will this is the essence of spiritual growth as we move from striving in our own strength to resting in God's power and in this place of

surrender we find the peace that surpasses all understanding Philippians 4:7 1 Corinthians 6:1 17 tells us he that is joined to the Lord is one spirit with him Psalm 42:7 says deep calls to deep where we meet with the Holy Spirit in communion this speaks of that inner fellowship with the Holy Spirit you you have the mind of Christ God's truth and Revelation are already written in your heart but they grow clearer as you walk with him Revelation grows as you spend time in his word and in prayer allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate truths

that may have once seemed hidden the more time you spend in fellowship with the spirit the more your mind is transformed to reflect the thoughts and purposes of Christ This is the process of becoming more like him thinking his thoughts speaking his words and living out his love when you are joined to the Lord you become one spirit with him the beauty of spiritual growth is that it is not about earning or achieving more of God's presence the holy spirit is fully available to you at all times the journey is about yielding more of yourself

your time attention and heart heart to him when you surrender the Holy Spirit transforms every area of your life spiritual growth occurs as your spirit influences your soul and body under the holy spirit's guidance Jesus is your refuge and anchor providing peace and strength in any season you can Retreat to him and find rest when external circumstances seem overwhelming you can always Retreat to the innermost place your connection with Jesus John 7:38 says out of your innermost being will flow rivers of Living Water I know many are experiencing Financial struggles right now but Matthew 6:33

reminds us seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you God knows your material needs and I want to challenge you to step into faith if this message has blessed you today take a step further by sharing it with someone who needs to hear it also don't forget to subscribe like and comment nothing is impossible with God to keep this Faith Community growing see you in the next video