Developing Self-care and Soul-care for Soldiers in Fort Cavazos, Texas

Abstract

Chapter 1 provides the introduction to the project by explaining the issues facing soldiers and their family members. Soldiers and their family members are challenged to practice self-care but do not look at their soul, nor does the concept of self-care encourage them to conduct practices that further their growth through challenges.

Chapter 2 provides the biblical and theological reasoning for self-care and soul-care. This chapter studies Mark 2:23-28, Luke 5:12-16, Matthew 22:39, and 1 Timothy 6:11-21 as they relate to believers’ ability to engage in Sabbath rest and minister to others.

Chapter 3 details the theoretical, practical, and historical issues of self-care and soul-care. This chapter considers both secular and religious material, providing context for how a study in the issues of self-care and soul-care are needed.

Chapter 4 details the implementation of the project. This chapter reviews the development of the self-care and soul-care devotional. The chapter addresses how the devotional provided ideas on how to honor the Sabbath, worship God in community and private worship, and connect with others in fellowship, and challenged believers to live and serve in community with others.

Chapter 5 is an evaluation of the project. It includes an evaluation of the project goals and the t-test results, an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses, potential improvements to the devotional, and theological and personal reflections.