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Today's Devotion
From Dr. David Jeremiah
Wellness
October 2, 2026
The hidden person of the heart.
1 Peter 3:4
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1 Peter 3:1-73 Wives, likewise, be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the conduct of their wives, 2 when they observe your chaste conduct accompanied by fear. 3 Do not let your adornment be merely outward—arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel— 4 rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. 5 For in this manner, in former times, the holy women who trusted in God also adorned themselves, being submissive to their own husbands, 6 as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord, whose daughters you are if you do good and are not afraid with any terror.7 Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered.
1 Peter 3:1-7
Research shows that Americans are spending vast amounts of money on personal wellness. As much as $2 trillion. This money is spent on maintaining our physical activities, good nutrition, weight loss products, personal care, beauty, spas, and wellness tourism. It amounts to $6,000 per American each year. China, Germany, and Japan are close behind.1
But what about spiritual wellness?
We are in a battle for our souls. Satan wants to devour us and to hinder our work for the Kingdom. While we need to care for our bodies, we particularly need to be attentive to the condition of our souls. The Bible says that physical exercise is useful, but it’s far more important to exercise our souls in godliness (1 Timothy 4:8). Looking nice outwardly is important, but what really matters is “the hidden person of the heart...the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit” (1 Peter 3:4).
Make sure you can say, “It is well, it is well with my soul.” Pay attention today to the hidden person of your heart.
Christ bounds and terminates the vast desires of the soul.
John Flavel
