There have been many chapters in my life that included such tremendous internal tension and turmoil that I could find solace in nothing on Earth. Perhaps this may resonate inside of you. Sometimes we become so engrossed in our general daily activities - our main sources of stress - we neglect that which distinguishes us from every other living entity on Earth: our souls. We nourish our minds, we nourish our bodies, but we forget to tend to our souls. In fact, in hindsight, I think there were many times in my life when I experienced a joyfulness or happiness drought because my soul was in a state of deprivation desperately in need of an otherworldly solution. For those of you who could benefit from some spiritual sustenance, I have catalogued below several scriptural passages that may give your soul a jumpstart. Should you be interested in recommendations of books that were published for improving one's spiritual well-being, please feel free to contact me via email at any time. Likewise, should you have any recommendations for me or others, please feel free to share!

Ten Servings of Spirituality:

1.) Galatians 6:9 : "So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will  reap a harvest ofblessings if we don’t give up".

2.) Exodus 33:14: "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest."

3.) Deuteronomy 33:27: "The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms."

4.) 1 Peter 5:6-7: " Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your  concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully."

5.) Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

6.) Psalm 147:3: "He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds."

7.) Jeremiah 29:11: “For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord; plans for your welfare and not for  harm, to give you a future with hope.”

8.) Psalm 27:5: "For in the day of trouble he shall keep me safein His shelter."

Saved the best (2) for last:

9.) Hebrews 13:5: “…God has said, “I will never leave you or forsake you.”

10.) Matthew 11:28-30:  “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you  rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and  you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

S. Tenorio