Devotion:
Read Genesis 2:4-7.
It is a fascinating description of who we are as human beings. According to this story of the Creation, we are connected to the earth, formed out of the dust of the ground. But we only came to life when God breathed the divine breath/Spirit into us. It is a reminder that it is God who gave us life in the first place and it is God who sustains life in us. Yes, we are connected to the earth, but we are also connected to the God who breathed life into us as humans.
I remember being in football practice in sixth grade and getting tackled so that I landed on the football. It literally knocked the breath out of me. I have this vague recollection of being panicky for a few seconds because I could not breathe. Slowly the air began to fill my lungs again and I could go on with practice.
Give thanks to God for the breath that fills your lungs. As you take note right now of yourself breathing in and out, be reminded that God created you with that capability. God gave you life. It is a gift. Treasure this gift and live it in such a way that you honor the One who gave it to you. Thanks be to God for the breath of life!
Personal Worship Option:
Some people use what are called “breath prayers” as a way of connecting with God. Create your own short sentence prayer that you can pray as you inhale and exhale. Here are a couple of examples: “Thank you God for giving me life.” “Help me love as you love.”
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