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STEP INTO WHOLENESS!

Being whole is facing the storms of life with assurance of an anchor and lifeguard. It is stepping out in unfamiliar territory with the confidence of knowing that God, Who will never leave you, has already overcome anything that you can ever encounter. “Whole”, is a Christian self-help workbook that breaks down a formula for self-discovery, overcoming pain and struggles, and thriving in a purposeful life. This workbook discusses:

• Discovering God

• Discovering Identity

• Overcoming Pain

• Renewing Your Mentality

• Establishing Boundaries

• Safeguarding Your Soul

• Discovering Your Purpose

When anyone is in Christ, it is a whole new world. The old things are gone; suddenly, everything is new!

— 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ERV)

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Religion

Christianisme

Self-Help

Christian Living

Personal Growth

Philosophie et théologie

Self-help (disambiguation)

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Publié par	WestBow Press
Date de parution	24 août 2022
Nombre de lectures	0
EAN13	9781664267039
Langue	English

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WHOLE
A Guided Workbook of Life

SHALAN LANDRY

Copyright © 2022 Shalan Landry.

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CONTENTS
Introduction
A Prayer for the Readers

Acknowledge Who God Is
God Is Love (Part 1)
God Is Love (Part 2)
God Is King of Kings
God Is Omnipresent, Omnipotent, and Omniscient
The Invitation
Who Does God Say I Am?
Acknowledge and Address Your Pain
Prayer
Spiritual Fasting
Release the Wilderness Mentality
The Wilderness Process: Spiritual Warfare
Principles for the Wilderness: Boundaries and Standards
Purpose

Conclusion
Resources

INTRODUCTION
Whole. What comes to mind when you think of this word? Let’s look at some definitions of the word “whole.”
Whole
• all of; entire
• in an unbroken or undamaged state; in one piece
• a thing that is complete in itself
• all of something
When we think of the word “whole,” we often think of items or stuff, like a whole slice of a three-layered double-chocolate cake, a whole pepperoni pizza with extra cheese, or a whole pint of ice cream. There are even positive sayings about items that are not whole or full. Look at the glass half full, not half empty . Something is better than nothing at all . We think of stuff when we think of whole, but what comes to mind when you examine yourself with regard to the definition of “whole”? What about the positive sayings about having a piece of something or incompleteness? Will having healthy pieces of yourself ever equal an abundant life?
Let’s go back to the definition of “whole” and consider what it looks like in an individual. An individual who is whole is unbroken, is undamaged, not lacking, and is in one piece. He or she is full and complete without the help or need of any other person or item. So after a formal definition and in the context described, do you consider yourself whole?
Well, I’ll be honest. There was a time when I was not whole. In fact, I was broken to the point where I was unrecognizable to the people closest to me. I didn’t even recognize myself. The harsh reality of this world can really get to us if we allow it. That’s what happened to me. I was an intelligent, all-star student, a well-traveled, cultured, and college-educated child of God, but I was on the road to destruction. It could happen to anyone. However, everyone, no matter how broken, has the opportunity to be made whole and live a life of gratitude and purpose! That’s good news!
You may be familiar with the Hebrew term shalom . Even though we see it used as “hello” and “goodbye,” it actually translates to wholeness, peace, tranquility, completeness, harmony, and prosperity ( Online Etymology Dictionary , 2021). Close your eyes and imagine a whole you. Imagine your heart being so filled with love, peace, and harmony that it overflows to the people around you. Imagine waking up every morning and laying your head down every night with a smile on your face and a heart filled with gratitude and peace.
This workbook will lay out the principles you need to
1. discover and redefine who you are;
2. address and release your insecurities, current pain, and the pain of your past;
3. transform or renew your mindset; and
4. excel into your purpose.
Remember that this is a process, and it will not happen overnight. It may be difficult as we live in a time that is filled with instant gratification—fast food, same-day shipping, digital photos, downloadable applications, and information literally in the palm of our hands have spoiled us to wanting what we want now . It will take time, work, and consistency. This workbook is a guide that requires you to find yourself in the knowledge on these pages through various activities. So be honest because you will discover that your words will be an important reference in your process. Your comments, notes, and answers will bring this book to life for you as it can be used as a plan of action for your life. Also, please use the resources in the back of this workbook as you progress. Each resource is categorized by topic in the text.
Let me be the first to commend you on your decision! Our will is the most powerful gift God has given us, and you have chosen to take the first step to become whole !

A PRAYER FOR THE READERS
Dear Heavenly Father,
First and foremost, thank you for being God, Lord and Savior, my Deliverer, and so much more. I pray that the words in this workbook serve as a catalyst for your people to escort them toward the road to healing, wholeness, and joy so that they may better serve you by living out the purpose you have for them. I pray that every word resonates with each individual and that they find themselves in this workbook. Help them to move into their purpose one step at a time, day by day.
I speak life onto each individual. Thank you in advance for the transformation, the deliverance, healing, and joy that will emerge. Thank you for the liberation from spiritual bondage and the broken chains that will ensue. Lord, someone has felt like they were imprisoned or trapped but will be set free in the name of Jesus!
I thank you and I praise your Holy Name.
It is in Jesus’s name I pray.
Amen.

ACKNOWLEDGE WHO GOD IS
T his is the basis of this entire journal because nothing can be done without acknowledging who He is. Better yet, nothing should be done without knowing and acknowledging who God is. We can maneuver and do things without acknowledging Him, but we set ourselves up for failure. Let’s look at the word “acknowledge.”
Acknowledge— to accept or admit the existence or truth of; to recognize the fact, importance, or quality of something or someone .
Ask yourself these questions:
• Do I know who God is?
• Have I accepted God?
• Do I acknowledge God in everything I do?
We will spend some time exploring who God is, how to accept God as our Lord and Savior, and how to acknowledge Him in all we do.

If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in them and they in God.
—1 John 4:15 (NIV)

I made this mistake for years. I knew God, had accepted Him as Lord and Savior, but I did not acknowledge Him. I was saved but not set free. I went through so many obstacles, land mines, traps, and dead-ends in the seasons of my life. Depression, anxiety attacks, digestive issues, and other illnesses plagued me—all because I didn’t acknowledge Him. If I would have just acknowledged Him, He would have made my path straight.

In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
—Proverbs 3:6 (KJV)

Ag ain, I was saved and knew who God was at the time. I didn’t understand that when we ac