Holy Spirit residence: Be kind to yourself

 While the Bible does not explicitly state that the Holy Spirit can only reside in a person who is kind and loving to themselves, there are several passages that suggest that the Holy Spirit is associated with love and kindness. In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, it says, "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies." This passage suggests that the Holy Spirit resides within each believer as a divine presence, and that we are called to honor God with our bodies.

Additionally, in Galatians 5:22-23, it says, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." This passage suggests that the Holy Spirit produces these qualities in a person's life, including kindness, which can be directed both inwardly towards oneself and outwardly towards others.

Therefore, it can be inferred that a person who is kind and loving to themselves is more likely to have the Holy Spirit residing within them, as they are exhibiting the qualities that are associated with the Holy Spirit. By cultivating love and kindness towards oneself, a person can create a welcoming environment for the Holy Spirit to reside within them and guide them towards a life of love and compassion towards others.