As I was sitting in silence with the Father, I was asking Him what my next blog post should be. I knew I wanted to talk about health goals since most of us have New Year resolutions and I also wanted to invite Him in and guide me on what the topic should be. When I do this, He always comes through for me and puts a word in my heart, then I listen, discern the message and share it, so others may also receive revelation, knowledge and healing of what God is speaking to them.
And so, I asked: “God what do you want the people to hear about health and healing?”
And I heard “the root cause of disease is the root cause of healing”. And to think I was planning on talking about disease and health (I know, very boring). And as I kept praying, He connected it more deeply by going further and saying: the root cause of health vs root cause of disease are connected to the body, soul, and spirit. You cannot separate them!
In other words, I cannot fix one problem, e.g. health issues and think it will solve or heal the other causes e.g. spirit or soul unless I work towards focus-healing the body, soul and spirit- they are all intertwined. Isn’t that mind-blowing?!?!?! Here is a great verse that confirms His Word:
Beloved ones, with promises like these, and because of our deepest respect and worship of God, we must remove everything from our lives that contaminates body and spirit and continue to complete the development of holiness within us.
Ah! This verse shows me that the body and spirit are connected and the importance of working our way to removing everything that defiles or pollute our body and spirit so we can fulfill the refining / growth / advancement of holiness within us.
Now, not to go off tangent, but what is holiness? I read this from a wonderful lady called Diana Larkin and in her blog God speaks of Holiness as “living in God’s wholeness; where there is nothing missing, nothing broken. It’s opening our heart to His Holiness so He can heal broken areas in our life. Holiness sets us free from rules and regulations, it becomes a living flow from God so we can then experience deep joy in all aspects of life.”
Can you see the connection? Holiness is wholeness – nothing missing, nothing broken meaning all three aspects of body, soul, and spirit need to work in wholeness.
If any of these three are out of alignment, disease becomes prevalent; so being aware, determined, and laser-focused in understanding and getting to the root cause of disease is the beginning of the root cause of healing. God is so good! It’s just mind-blowing how he connects the dots.
Here are some reflective questions, that I hope can get the wheels turning and allow a heart-to-heart moment with yourself and to God. I’ve added biblical verses that confirm and support the messages.
Disease in our Body
- How is your body feeling?
- Is it healthy?
- Is it thriving?
- Is it healing quickly?
- Is it often getting sick?
- Is it riddled with disease and symptoms?
- Is the body functioning good and well regardless of age?
A joyful, cheerful heart brings healing to both body and soul. But the one whose heart is crushed struggles with sickness and depression. Proverbs 17:22 TPT
If you look at the biblical verse it is very instructive: if the heart, is joyful and cheerful, then the heart brings healing to the body….and soul. If the heart, lacks these things you start to feel sick and depressed in your mind.
Now in the health and medical field, we know that depression is connected to the brain and recent studies have shown there is a direct connection to your gut and brain. And 70% – 80% of your immune system is found in the gut, and if you have a weak immune system, there is a high probability of sickness and disease. Do you see how this is connected? The body, soul and spirit are one! Even in scripture you can find revelation of the causes of disease today! 🤩
Disease in our Soul (mind, will and emotions)
- Think about how your emotions (good or bad) impact your life
- Do you tend to have negative thinking and emotions, e.g. fear, doubt, unforgiveness, unhealed trauma, shame, anxiety, rage, depression or confusion in your life?
- Do you wake up every morning with joy and thanksgiving?
- Do you have a full surrender and obedience to God?
For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. Proverbs 23:7
What is true to your heart (what you believe) is what you think, and you will speak that into existence. The words YOU CHOOSE can be positive or negative and it is critical, to choose life-giving words in you, in others, and in life.(Proverbs 18:21) It is important that you start to reflect on how you handle emotions and your thinking because it allows you to see the areas of opportunity or gaps you have in your life, and the calling you have to change them.
Let’s look at this other verse:
Do not be conformed to the world, but be transformed by the renewal of your minds, so that you will be able to discern the will of GOD and to know what is good and acceptable and perfect.
Romans 12:2
A negative mindset, emotions or resolve is another root cause for disease. Our soul needs to be spiritually renewed or reframed or have a purified mindset to God while also seeking discernment of what that means for You in your current situation.
As for discernment, another word can be spiritual insight, revelation, Godly wisdom to know His will; discernment to know what is good; what is acceptable; and what is perfect.
This verse alone talks about the revelation and knowledge when we work towards healing our soul. Our will needs to be His will; our emotions and thinking need to be positive. Once we have discernment or spiritual clarity, we will know what is acceptable and what is perfect – in otherwards, seek holiness so we can be whole.
I can comfortably say, that for most of us our emotions tend to get the better of us. If we were to realize how negative emotions create disease in our life, in fact, I would say one of the major causes for disease we would automatically stop to do a pulse check and see how negative emotions can negatively impact our disease or positively impact our healing– we are being played by the enemy, by keeping us enveloped in our emotions! (I hope to speak about emotions and root cause of disease in a future blog.)
Disease in our Spirit
Being one body and one spirit, as you were called into the same glorious hope of divine destiny. Ephesians 4:4
- How is your spirit doing?
- How is your connection with God,
- What is He speaking to you?
- What has he revealed to you?
Asking yourself these questions allows a true and honest conversation with yourself and hopefully spending time with God brings more spiritual insight. I have found He is a great listener and also loves to talk to you, that is if you are willing to listen! He can heal your spirit and also show you the areas in your life you need help with - it’s time to get real with yourself!
Remember that 2025 is the YEAR YOU COME ALIVE, YOU THRIVE!
And finally, the last scripture:
Proverbs 16:24 TPT
Nothing is more appealing that speaking beautiful, life-giving words. For they release sweetness to our souls and inner healing to our spirits.
Let these be the last words and verse in your heart that you read, speak beautiful words to yourself, life-giving words to you and others, speak health and healing to your life and others. Allow the Holy Spirit to show you the root cause of dis-ease and then let it be the root cause of your healing. He wants to see you healed because He wants to use you for greater plans He has in store for you.
My final prayer to you:
May the God of Peace Himself, grant you the gift of perfect holiness, and may you- spirit, soul and body – be preserved blameless for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessa 5:23
Until next time…
Coach Rio
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