“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16–17, ESV)
We have come to number 5 of 7 reasons you feel empty. Number 5 is an undernourished soul.
Malnourishment takes place in two different ways. It takes place when we fail to feed ourselves. It also happens when we fail to feed on the right things. If you fail to eat, it will be detrimental to your body. At the same time, a diet of McDonald’s is also detrimental.
As our bodies are affected by the food we consume, our souls are affected by the media we consume. This is the TV we watch. It is the websites we visit. It is the social media we view. It is the radio, podcasts, and music to which we listen. It all affects us.
Listening to divisive political banner day in and day out will wear us down. Watching dark TV shows filled with sex, violence, and corruption will harden our hearts and sear our conscious. Listening to music that is devoid of God’s love will leave us hopeless.
A big reason you may feel empty is because you have been feasting on junk food for the soul. You need a new diet that will build you up rather than tear you down.
Are you feeding yourself with media that nourishes your soul? Are you reading your Bible? How about other books which are beneficial to your walk with Jesus? Are you listening to the teaching of God’s Word? Are you turning to websites and social media that edifies and encourages your faith?
We need good and healthy stuff that nourish our souls. Eating a carrot is not going to do much to counteract a diet of donuts and soda. In the same way, don’t think a reading one inspirational Bible quote is going to counteract watching hours of mindless drivel on television.
There are no shortcut diet plans that will propel you to a healthy body. In the same way, there are no shortcuts to living abundant and full life. So eat well! Feed yourself with the good stuff!
Reflection
- What media are you currently consuming that is detrimental to your soul?
- How can you create a diet that is healthier for your soul?
Prayer
Thank you Lord for your Word which builds me up and edifies me. Give me a heart and a desire to consume that which is beneficial for my soul. Give me a healthy outlook on life as you grow my faith. Amen.
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