In this episode of Digest This! Bible Study, we explore the profound connection between the soul, spirit, and alignment with God through the lens of Scripture. Diving deep into the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19:1-18, we examine how Elijah’s journey of fear, anxiety, discouragement, and renewal speaks directly to the importance of aligning our soul and spirit with God's will. Elijah’s encounter with God on Mount Horeb reveals powerful lessons about hearing God's voice, understanding our spiritual condition, and finding rest in His presence.
As we journey independently through both 1 Kings and 2 Kings, we reflect on key moments where God's people had to make a choice: live by the flesh or align their spirit with God. Together on the podcast we journey through Elijah’s experience of how fleeing from Queen Jezebel, hiding in the wilderness, and eventually hearing God in the gentle whisper illustrates the process of realigning the soul and spirit when the pressures of life overwhelm us.
Key Scriptures:
- 1 Kings 19:1-18 – Elijah's flight and encounter with God.
- Genesis 2:7 – The formation of soul at the beginning of humanity
- Romans 8:5-9 – How Apostle Paul defines soul vs spirit
This Bible study lesson delves into:
- Elijah’s spiritual exhaustion (1 Kings 19:1-5): How our souls can be overwhelmed when disconnected from God.
- God’s provision and care (1 Kings 19:6-8): How God refreshes our spirits and calls us to continue our purpose.
- The gentle whisper of God (1 Kings 19:11-13): Discovering how God speaks to our spirit in stillness, not chaos.
- God's realignment for Elijah (1 Kings 19:14-18): Restoring purpose and redirecting our spirits to align with His greater plan.
Tune in to discover:
- How to discern between the voice of the flesh and the whisper of the Spirit.
- How God presents Himself to us when we are mis-aligned.
- What makes our relationship with God luxurious.
- What Soul Strengtheners are.
Through the study guide and workbook, I’ll offer actionable insights and reflective questions to help you apply these biblical lessons to your daily life. Whether you're seeking to overcome spiritual burnout or re-align your purpose with God, this episode will equip you with the tools to strengthen your relationship with Him.
Join me for a soul-refreshing discussion on how to live in alignment with God’s Spirit and learn how Elijah’s story can inspire us to listen for God in the quiet places of our lives.
As companions to the podcast, the Study Guide, Workbook, and other Bible resources can be downloaded from my website: vernettawood.com
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