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How Does God Define A Strong Spirit?
Eileen Renders
In Catholicism, we are taught that God does not “define” our spirit in the sense of creating it from nothing. He is said to create the human person as a unity of body, soul, and spirit. This reminds me of the three persons in one God. Similarly to the Holy Spirit, our spirit is that part of us that is made for communion with God. Our soul is immortal, a principle given us from God at the time of conception. The spirit, we are taught, is the highest dimension of the human person, that part made for the supernatural life and union with God. Although the spirit and soul are distinct in function, they are not separate natures; they are united in one human being.
The Catholic Church’s understanding of the Soul and Spirit:
In Catholic teaching, the soul and spirit are distinct but inseparable aspects of human nature, but created by God and united within the body.
Being led by Him.
While the soul is immortal, it is the spirit that leads us through communication with Christ into heaven and eternity.
Thus, we are taught through our faith that a strong spirit is not defined as physical; rather, it is an inner, divine resilience, a grace gifted through God because of one’s focus and in one’s desire to become pleasing to God. We can think of a strong spirit in this way:
Fortitude and tolerance through suffering and/or temptations
Courageous and constant to remain true to strong moral values
Obedient and trusting in following God’s will, and desiring God’s redemption
Whenever we meet someone with an obviously strong spirit, we are motivated to attain what they exemplify through their behavior and actions.
The question we can ask ourselves is this:
“How can I attain a strong spirit that I might be able to communicate effectively with Christ?
We need to live a life of prayer, rosaries, and communion with God
Frequent the sacraments
Become faithful to God’s Commandments
Stand firm against the temptations of the Evil One.
Submit our will to the will of God in total submission
About the Author
For the past 30 years I have dedicated my life to Christ. To learn and grow spiritually so that I could have a deeper relationship with Him. Now I feel His urging to share the graces and blessings that God desires to give to all who love Him, obey Him and follow His Commandments.
Cathechist for 4th Grade, author of 2 published spiritual books on Amazon.com Retired Nutritionist, and provider for Cigna and United Healthcare. Author, Certified Wellness Coach, and a previous Freelance Health Research writer for a major Florida Newspaper.
My first Spiritual book is "Spiritual Journey With Jesus". The Second is "CONVERSATION With And Messages From JESUS". Both, along with other Health books are all available on www.Amazon.com
Although I have always been a Catholic, today I am living it to the fullest. I also provide Presentations of Health with God as my guide to local Senior Community and Recreation Centers. For more articles for reading on FAITH, LIFE, DEATH, And PHILOSOPHY Visit www.Amazon.com eBooks & Paperbacks by Eileen Renders
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