GOD’S TABERNACLE



"Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own." — 1 Corinthians 6:19 (NIV)


In recent days, we have been exploring the purpose of our creation and how we ought to live in a way that fulfills God’s purpose and pleases Him. Today's scripture teaches and reminds us about our bodies.


Your body is highly valuable before God. However, many of us have forgotten this and act as though our bodies belong to us. In some parts of the world, legal battles are fought over Control of their Bodies, with people claiming full rights over their bodies. Phrases like "My body, my choice" have become popular in debates about issues such as clothing, same-sex marriages, and abortion rights, especially in places like the U.S.


People demand the freedom to do whatever they want with their bodies. However, as believers in God, we do not have the liberty to do just anything with our bodies. The scripture clearly states, "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God?" This reminds us that you are a spirit living in a body, and the Holy Spirit dwells in that body. The Holy Spirit is the rightful owner of your body, which is why the verse continues to say, "You are not your own." Your body is God’s temple.


Paul wrote this letter to the Corinthians to address issues of sexual immorality and promiscuity within the church. Likewise, you, as a child of God, must honor God with your body. Do not defile the temple of God with sexual immorality or promiscuity. Sadly, many people treat these sins lightly, seeing them as normal.


What You Should Do:


1. Avoid Anything That Defiles the Body: Stay away from sexual immorality, excessive consumption of alcohol, or harmful behaviors.


2. Honor Your Body as God’s Temple: Use your body to serve others, worship God, and fulfill His purpose. Engage in acts of love, kindness, and worship.


3. Care for Your Body: Live healthily, rest adequately, and maintain a balanced life.


4. Surrender Your Life to God: Acknowledge that your life is not your own. Submit your body, plans, and actions to God’s will.


Prayer: Lord, have mercy on me for defiling Your temple and failing to honor it. I ask for Your forgiveness and cleansing. Empower me to live a holy life. Amen.


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