Soul Talk

Soul TalkWe spend so much time listening to ourselves, but rarely do we ever talk to ourselves. The Bible records several places where a writer talks to his soul.Psalm 42The Process1. Awareness: How is it with my soul today?2. Asking: Why might it be this way?3. ???4. Action: What soul practice can I incorporate?The missing piece? Soul Talk: What do I need to tell my soul?Soul Talk1. We all talk to ourselves - but really don't pay too much attention.2. Even though these conversations often dictate how we feel and act.3. And we miss the opportunity to bring life / health to our souls.An example:Ps. 421. How was it with his soul?     - He was spiritually dry, emotionally spent and relationally disconnected.     - In summary - he was downcast and disturbed.2. Why?     - Because he had lost focus, and as a result lost hope (and soul health).3. What action did he take?     - Told his soul to hope in God.     - Chose to praise God.