Spiritual Photosynthesis
Written by: Mark
September 7th, 2005
We are not as far from photosynthesis as many might think. Yeah sure, it was way back in the 4th grade, but the taking in and breathing out concept is not only how we survive day to day physically, but also much of how we define our relationship to the Holy One.
Our spiritual photosynthesis first begins with a breathing in of God. God’s word to be exact. When he speaks, he creates worlds. Its not hard to see that God’s “exhales” bring life to whatever it touches. Much like plants that introduce oxygen to the air, God’s powerful Word is life-creating and life-sustaining.
Every person breathes ‘God creating word’ in, yet some are also addicts to smoke and ash that clog the passage ways to our inner parts. Sin, culture, and our habits get trapped along the way, keeping the creative power of God’s word to do its intended work.
Our breathing out is in our response to this life giving word. Social interaction is necessary for healthy spiritual breathing. It is the outward expression of the life-transformation we have experienced on the inside. God’s power never stops with you or me, it is passed around, like a tasty bowl of grilled vegetables.
My life this year is organic. My wife loves organic foods, my classes are asking to consider organic church, and my God is spiritually sustaining me with organic life. Now I just have to figure out what “organic” actually means!
