Gene’s Daily Scriptural Postings

30 May 2025

God made you as a three-part being with a spirit, a soul, and a body. The body is the easiest part to understand. It's the flesh, blood, and bone that can be seen. Your soul is your mind, will, and emotions that make up who you are as a person. The soul cannot be seen with our eyes, but it can be observed just the same.

What many do not realize is that you also have a spirit which is as distinct from your soul as your body is different from your soul. It is this spirit within us that comes alive when we are born again the moment we turn to Jesus.

The human spirit is unique in all creation. It's what sets us apart from the rest of the animal world. When you are born again, your spirit within you is made perfect.

The rest of your walk as a Christian after that moment is a process of bringing your soul into alignment with your new spirit. As you renew your mind to the truth of God's word, it transforms your soul into agreement with your spirit.

Understanding the difference between soul and spirit unlocks the New Testament scriptures so that many passages become easier to understand.

Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. — 1 Thessalonians 5:23 (NKJV)