Divine Prescriptions: Exploring the Spiritual and Medical Benefits of Worship
By Paul Atem
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In the book, Divine Prescriptions: Exploring the Spiritual and Medical Benefits of True Worship of God, Dr. Paul Atem delves into a profound exploration of genuine worship, drawing insights from the teachings of Jesus Christ and examining its roots in the Old Testament through types and shadows. The narrative seamlessly weaves together these elements, providing a contextual understanding of what it truly means to worship God in Spirit and Truth, as emphasized in the New Testament. Notably, Dr. Atem takes a unique approach by delving into the medical benefits of true worship, adding a distinctive spiritual and medical dimension to the book.
Paul Atem
As a christian medical doctor, Dr. Atem brings a wealth of expertise and experience to his analysis. Serving as the proprietor and medical director of the Mount Zion Clinic in Bamenda, Cameroon, he has dedicated himself to both spiritual and physical well-being. Additionally, Dr. Atem holds the role of proprietor for the Mount Zion University Higher Institute in Bamenda and Buea. Dr. Atem's commitment to his faith and profession is reflected not only in his insightful exploration of worship but also in his personal life. He shares a joyous marriage with his beautiful wife, Comfort, and they are blessed with four children: Emmanuel, Peace, Favour, and Joshua. This personal touch adds warmth to the narrative, showcasing the integration of faith, family, and medical expertise in Dr. Atem's life.
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Divine Prescriptions - Paul Atem
DEDICATION
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his book is dedicated to everyone who cherishes the profound teachings of the word of God. I extend my deepest gratitude to my loving wife, Comfort, whose unwavering support has been my pillar throughout our thirty-three years of marriage. Our daily exploration of the scriptures and shared prayers served as a tremendous source of inspiration to me during the creation of this book.
I am also indebted to our four precious children, Emmanuel, Peace, Favour, and Joshua, for their constant presence and support. Special appreciation goes to Pascaline, our first daughter-in-law, and our cherished grandson, Nathan. Together, we are truly blessed and loving family in Christ.
A sincere appreciation also goes to Dr. Peace Atem in Germany, whose meticulous proofreading enhanced the quality of this book and contributed to its global promotion.
I am grateful to the Rehoboth Centre of Excellence, my church in Nkwen, Bamenda, Cameroon, for providing me with the opportunity to minister occasionally. This platform has played an important role in helping me fulfil God's mandate for my life.
May this book resonate with your spirit and inspire you on your spiritual journey.
INTRODUCTION
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his ground-breaking book, examines the spiritual and medical benefits of true worship in straightforward language. All references from the Bible are sourced from the New King James Version (NKJV), and words from Hebrew and Greek are clearly elucidated. The interpretation is rooted in two fundamental principles of the Bible:
Contextual Understanding:
That is, before interpreting the text, it is essential to comprehend the events preceding the passage and after the passage. This involves reading the pre-text and post-text to situate the context effectively.
Historical Context Exploration:
In order to grasp the true meaning of the book, it is crucial to delve into the situation at the time the text was written and understand its significance to the people of that era. As we express it, we endeavour to sit where they sat and hear what they heard.
For instance, the phrase it's raining cats and dogs
today signifies heavy rain. However, should this expression fade from use with the evolving English language, a potential misunderstanding in the future might interpret it as cats and dogs falling from the sky during rainfall.
Also, in the final chapter, I endeavour to highlight the health benefits of true worship of God. Note that the spiritual and medical advantages synergize, recognizing the tripartite nature of man – body, soul, and spirit because true worship delineates the holistic essence of humanity: God's prized creation.
CHAPTER 1
JESUS TEACHES THE SAMARITAN WOMAN ON TRUE WORSHIP
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ohn 4:1-14, "Therefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John. Vs. 2 – (though Jesus Himself did not baptize, but His disciples), vs. 3- He left Judea and departed again to Galilee.
Vs. 4- But He needed to go through Samaria. Vs. 5- So He came to a city of Samaria which is called Sychar, near the plot of ground that Jacob gave to his son Joseph. Vs. 6 – Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied from His journey, sat thus by the well. It was about the sixth hour.
Vs. 7- A woman of Samaria came to draw water. Jesus said to her, Give Me a drink’’. Vs. 8- For the disciple had gone away into the city to buy food. Vs. 9- Then the woman of Samaria said to Him,
How is it that you, being a Jew, ask a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?’’ For the Jews have no dealings with Samaritans.
Vs. 10- Jesus answered and said to her, if you knew the gift of God, and who it is who says to you, ‘Give Me a drink, you would have asked Him, and He would have given you living water’’. Vs. 11- The woman said to Him,
Sir, you have nothing to draw with, and the well is deep. Where then do you get that living water?
Vs. 12- Are you greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well, and drank from it himself, as well as his sons and his livestock? Vs. 13- Jesus answered and said to her, "Whoever drinks of this water will thirst again, Vs. 14- but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst. But the water that I shall give him will become in him a fountain of water springing up into everlasting life.
So Jesus changes the narrative from water to living water. From water that never lasts, to water that never runs out. Now let’s move down the same chapter as the discourse continues.
John 4:22-23, "You worship what you do not