“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall, but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.”
~ Isaiah 40:29-31/NIV
Dr. Joyce Dungan, a nurse theorist, has proposed the “Model of Dynamic Integration” regarding people. She views humans in a triad configuration: body, mind, and spirit. While treating a patient, the individual should be assessed in the three domains identified and treat the patient as an entire entity to achieve optimal health and recovery from their adverse condition. The strength of the theoretical view is that the patient will be thoroughly assessed and treated for any known deficits with the best possible outcome anticipated.
We know that to have a healthy body, we should consume a proper diet consisting of protein, fruits, and vegetables with limitations regarding starches and carbohydrates. Additionally, to have a healthy mind, we should keep our brains active with cognitively challenging activities to stimulate growth. Sleeping well, consuming a proper diet, reading, and engaging in mentally challenging activities, puzzles, games, and other stimulating activities will help strengthen our minds.
Regarding our spirit, growing in this regard may be a bit of a challenge. The spiritual aspect of humanity is not consistently agreed upon, and some people do not believe we have a spiritual characteristic of our being. From a Christian perspective, the Bible teaches that as one accepts Jesus Christ as their Lord and personal Savior, they will have the Holy Spirit (a manifestation of God) within them. In this regard, Christians have a spirit within them. As such, what should a follower of Jesus Christ do to achieve spiritual strength?
We are taught to read the Bible routinely, which will help us gain knowledge and spiritual strength. We are taught to pray without ceasing because that connects us with God, which will also provide us with much spiritual growth. Time with fellow Christians during Bible studies and worship routines will also strengthen our spiritual stance. An active daily, spiritually focused routine will help us to achieve spiritual growth and strength.
Self-exploration considerations: Ask yourself spiritually: Am I strong or weak? What do I need to engage in regularly to gain greater spiritual strength? Do I need to do the following more often: read the Bible, pray, attend Bible studies, and engage in congregational worship practices? Practice makes perfect? Maybe not, but we should strive for excellence in our spiritual walk.
Many blessings to you!
Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture is taken from the New American Standard Bible®, Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
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