Day 19: Cooking with God
What if your kitchen became a sanctuary? In today’s devotion, explore how chopping vegetables or even washing dishes can become an offering of worship when done with God.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31 (WEB)
Whether therefore you eat, or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
There is something sacred and special about being in the kitchen.
The cutting of vegetables. The aroma of spices. The sizzle of food in a hot pan. These ordinary rhythms can feel mundane – especially when we give in the rush of life. But what would happen if you slowed down enough to feel the holy rhythm of beneath them? Then, those moments become a source of divine connection.
Paul reminds us that even in eating and drinking, we glorify God. Every act – no matter how simple or repetitive – can reflect our love for Him.
So, what if we cooked with God?
Instead of rushing to finish the task, we can invite God into the experience. We can give thanks as we gather ingredients. We can stir, slice, and season as an act of worship. Whether preparing a meal for ourselves, our family, or a gathering – the table becomes holy ground.
Meal preparation becomes worship when it’s done with thankfulness and love. It’s not the final dish that glorifies God, but the heart that prepares it.
Practice for Today: Make a Meal with God
Choose one moment today – whether you're preparing, eating, or cleaning up a meal – and do it with God.
Say aloud or silently:
“God, be here with me in this. May this bring You glory.”
Feel His presence in the simplest actions.
Journaling Prompt
How might I glorify God through small acts today – like eating, drinking, or preparing food? What shifts in me when I approach these things as sacred?
Closing Blessing
Consecrate your kitchen as a sanctuary.
Season your meals with love and grace.
Fill every act of preparation with the presence of the God who nourishes your soul.
Glorify Him in every bite, every dish, and every moment shared.
Pray As You Go
Inhale: Whatever I do…
Exhale: …I do for Your glory.
Yes - in the “kitchen”rhythm of writing, playing music, walking or other tasks (mowing) we can pray without ceasing, meditating and enjoying His presence.