O Brother Bible-Life Study on The Soul

Soul
Watch the clip where Tommy is picked up at the crossroads and tells the guys that he has sold his soul to the devil so that he can play guitar.

What are some things we associate with the word "soul"? What is the soul or a soul? What do you think makes up a person’s soul? Do you ever think about having a soul? If so, how?

What role did the ‘soul’ play in this movie? What did you think of Tommy’s decision? And the other guys’ reactions? Do you think you can sell your soul to the devil?



We played a game utilizing these verses, which are at the bottom.
Verses: Matthew 10:28, Matthew 16:26, Luke 10:27, 3 John 2, Deuteronomy 4:29, James 1:21, 1 Peter 2:11, Proverbs 22:24-25, Job 10:1, Psalm 19:7, Isaiah 55:2

After all the verses are completed, this was said: The physical bodies we see are only half the picture of what God has given us. God has also given us each a soul, and has given us clues about our souls in his Word.
Have the pairs share their completed verses with the rest of the group. Then ask:
What does the Bible tell us about the soul?
What are the differences, if any, between the soul and the physical body? What are the similarities, if any?

What do you think God cares about more: our souls or our physical bodies? Why?

Read 1 Corinthians 15:45-47 We follow this sequence in Scripture: The First Adam received life, the Last Adam is a life-giving Spirit. Physical life comes first, then spiritual—a firm base shaped from the earth, a final completion coming out of heaven. The First Man was made out of earth, and people since then are earthy; the Second Man was made out of heaven, and people now can be heavenly. In the same way that we've worked from our earthy origins, let's embrace our heavenly ends. Say:

This passage of Scripture likens our spirit to the “second man,” Jesus Christ.
We discussed these questions:
How is the difference between our flesh and soul like the difference between Jesus’ humanity and his divinity? What are the similarities, if any?
What do you think about the importance of taking care of your soul, compared with taking care of your physical body?
What are some ways we can nourish and protect our souls?

• Why do most people believe in the soul's existence even though there's no physical proof?
• What makes a person's soul different from his or her body?
• Read 2 Corinthians 5:1-5. Our bodies are like tents that we live in here on earth. But when these tents are destroyed, we know that God will give each of us a place to live. These homes will not be buildings that someone has made, but they are in heaven and will last forever. 2While we are here on earth, we sigh because we want to live in that heavenly home. 3We want to put it on like clothes and not be naked. 4These tents we now live in are like a heavy burden, and we groan. But we don't do this just because we want to leave these bodies that will die. It is because we want to change them for bodies that will never die. 5God is the one who makes all of this possible. He has given us his Spirit to make us certain that he will do it.

• What's the physical and spiritual significance of the soul?
• How do our souls make humanity unique from the rest of creation?

• What’s the significance of each person being responsible for his or her soul? How does this concept make God more personal? bring equality among all people?
• Would you want to face God right now? Explain. If you could only do one more thing to better prepare your soul to meet God, what would it be? What’s preventing you from doing this?

What can you do to nurture and strengthen your soul? How can this apply to your life?
















Matthew 10:28- Don't be bluffed into silence by the threats of bullies. There's nothing they can do to your soul, your core being. Save your fear for God, who holds your entire life—body and soul—in his hands.

Matthew 16:26, What kind of deal is it to get everything you want but lose yourself? What could you ever trade your soul for?

Luke 10:27, The man replied, "The Scriptures say, `Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind.' They also say, `Love your neighbors as much as you love yourself.'

3 John 2, Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.

Deuteronomy 4:29, But if from there you seek the LORD your God, you will find him if you look for him with all your heart and with all your soul.

James 1:21, You must stop doing anything immoral or evil. Instead be humble and accept the message that is planted in you to save you.

1 Peter 2:11, Dear friends, I warn you as “temporary residents and foreigners” to keep away from worldly desires that wage war against your very souls.

Job 10:1, I am disgusted with my life. Let me complain freely. My bitter soul must complain.

Psalm 19:7, The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple.

Isaiah 55:2, Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of fare.

Ezekiel 18:4 The lives of all people belong to me--parents as well as children. Only those who sin will be put to death.