Finding Balance: Addressing Selfcare in the Christian Context
The COVID-19 pandemic shed light on the deficiencies within our generation of believers when it comes to selfcare and life organization. The importance of finding a balanced, biblical, and practical perspective has never been more evident. Too often, we navigate through extremes. On one hand, we face the danger of neglecting our bodies and mental health, believing any attention paid to these areas might be selfish or even sinful. On the other hand, some embrace selfcare practices so fervently that they stray towards self-indulgence over spiritual growth. Striking a meaningful balance can align us better with God’s design for holistic living.
What Does Scripture Say About Selfcare?
To better understand how selfcare aligns with our faith, we must examine Scripture. In the Bible, we are commanded to love God with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind—a directive that unmistakably includes physical care. Our bodies are gifts from God, designed for fellowship, worship, and service. Recognizing this truth helps us see selfcare not as selfish but as stewardship. When Jesus came to earth, He inhabited a human body, showing God’s affirmation of our physical form. The fact that Jesus ascended to heaven in His body further emphasizes the importance of this earthly vessel. However, His willingness to sacrifice His body demonstrates that our well-being and care must also align with God’s higher purposes.
Practical Tips for Wholesome Christian Living
Maintaining a biblical approach to selfcare requires a holistic consideration of mind, body, and soul. For physical health, it means nourishing our bodies with good food, exercising, and resting as a way to honor God’s creation. Mental and emotional selfcare can come from grounding ourselves in prayer, meditation on Scripture, and seeking wise counsel. Organizing life effectively—managing time and responsibilities—also reflects faithfulness towards God’s provision. Lastly, we must remember that selfcare is not sinful or selfish when pursued with the intent to better serve God and others, and it’s essential we avoid falling into extremes that compromise our spiritual growth or distract from our calling.







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