“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own.” – 1 Corinthians 6:19
Bible Verses About Our Bodies Being The Temple Of God
Our Bodies as Sacred Spaces
We often hear that our bodies are not just vessels; they are sacred spaces that house the Holy Spirit. This idea shapes our understanding of how we honor God through our physical selves. When we consider our bodies as temples, we recognize their value and the responsibility we carry to treat them with respect and care. In taking care of our health, we express gratitude to God for the life we have been given.
1 Corinthians 6:19
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own.” – 1 Corinthians 6:19
1 Peter 2:9
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” – 1 Peter 2:9
Romans 12:1
“Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship