30
Dec '25
Spiritual, Mental, and Physical Health for the New Year
30
Dec '25
Introduction: Are you praying for good health in the coming year—mentally, physically, and spiritually? Certainly, this can be a New Year’s prayer. But is it biblical? John writes these words in his third epistle:
“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” (3 John 1:2)
1. Praying for a Prosperous Year for You (3 John 1:2)
The word for prosper is εὐοδόω (yoo-od-o’-o), which means to cause to prosper or to have a successful journey.
As your pastor and friend, I am praying for you to have a blessed and prosperous year.
2. Praying for Your Health (3 John 1:2)
The word for health is ὑγιαίνω (hoog-ee-ah’-ee-no), which means to be well, sound, pure, uncorrupted, and right-minded.
God cares about our physical and mental well-being.
3. Praying for Your Soul to Prosper (3 John 1:2)
The word for soul is ψυχή (psoo-khay), which refers to the breath of life, the seat of our affections and will, and the inner person.
Our emotions and will are part of the soul. A healthy soul leads to a healthy life.
Conclusion: Will you make this a matter of prayer as well? If so, we can expect to see a truly blessed new year.
Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese