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Pastor CJ Witkoe discusses the importance of leading one's own soul as illustrated in Psalm 42.

Soul Leadership | Psalm 42“Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God…” In this powerful and deeply practical message, Pastor CJ Witkoe explores one of the most overlooked spiritual disciplines in Scripture: leading your own soul. Psalm 42 isn’t just poetry—it’s a masterclass in soul leadership. The psalmist doesn’t ignore his despair. He doesn’t suppress his emotions. He doesn’t pretend everything is fine. Instead, he speaks directly to his soul and c...

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Host: Pastor CJ Witkoe

Topics covered

• soul leadership
• spiritual disciplines
• emotional health
• self-talk
• hope in God

Keywords

• soul leadership
• Psalm 42
• spiritual disciplines
• emotions
• hope in God

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Books & works: Psalm 42

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