Mind Your Isolation – knowing where you are in periods of isolation is essential for emotional, physical, mental and spiritual growth

Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire;he breaks out against all sound judgment – Proverbs 18:1 ESV

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused many people to isolate themselves from societal norms and without a definitive end date. Some have stored enough food supply and toiletries for at least 6 months, and have headed to a distant land, far away from the spread of the virus.

 Many remained in their primary residences (house and apartment) however, they have disconnected from their normal routines and fellow humans.

Isolation whether voluntary or involuntary is a volatile insult against the human race for an extended period of time.  God has called us into existence to cohabitate and to build the kingdom of God. 

At the beginning of the Bible, Genesis 1:28, the Lord said to be fruitful and multiply, however, in Genesis 9:7, He reiterated the same and added to it – “And you, be fruitful and multiply, increase greatly on the earth and multiply in it.”

INCREASE GREATLY ON THE EARTH

If we’re to increase greatly on the earth, it is obvious that laborers must be present to help with the harvest,   If we’re going to be fruitful in the birthing process, whether people or products, we’re going to need helping hands.  Certainly, the Lord requires periods of isolation (prayer, meditation, sleep) for undivided communication and for impartation between God and humans.  However, knowing the length of time God desires is essential for spiritual growth.  There are some temperaments that require a short period of isolation and some longer periods, however, all isolation periods should not exceed the bounds tolerable by the temperament.

Isolation in Temperament for example:

If you are a Sanguine in temperament and you generally thrive on being in the company of others, and your period of isolation should be short-lived.  It is essential that you frequently connect with others.

For the Choleric in temperament, it is essential that you isolate to reflect, however, stay it is essential that you stay connected to others.  More importantly, it is important that you control the things you cannot control.  What do I mean?  Since you cannot control the lives of others, it is extremely important that you minimize your exposure to the chaos in others, I.e. news and gossiping.

Melancholy, because you operate best in periods of isolation, it is essential that you hear from the Lord, regarding the length of time for isolation.  Always remembering that you are existing to coexist to build the kingdom.

Supines, as you may already know because you thrive from helping others, isolation hinders your connection and your talent.  Therefore, it is highly unlikely that the Lord would cause you to be in isolation for a long period of time.  You are invited to check back in and bring the beauty of your countenance into the atmosphere.

Since a Phlegmatic operates on low energy, it is highly unlikely that God would expend most of their energy in isolation.  I urge you to speak to God and know where He needs you in the kingdom.  Stay connected knowing that your time must be budgeted.

Although we all need periods of isolation, extended periods can be detrimental to our emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual growth.  I encourage you today to reach out and connect with someone, knowing that your connection is priceless and will add life to yourself and others.

Prayer for those in insolation

Father God, you value isolation for the impartation of your blessings.  You value isolation because it is a time spent with you for growth instruction. Lord, lead show the one in isolation the time period in which to be alone and the times in which to stay connected.  Lord, we know that you value Human to human connection because you have called us to be fruitful and multiply and that approach is a team approach.  Lord, whatever it is you Desire today, lead us in a clear path of understanding so that we may operate in your divine wisdom.  Father, open the door of communication for the one who is alone and don’t know how to connect.  Bless them with someone to connect with, to converse, and to share their needs and their wants. Bless with another to be fruitful and multiply in every way you desire. Amen.