As we breathe out God into the circumstances and people of our lives, we are becoming co-creators with God and giving life to the world around us.

Have you ever tried holding your breath for so long that when you finally let it out, it doesn’t just gracefully wheeze out, but it sputters and forces its way out of your mouth?

Breathing in God sets us up for success in so many areas of our lives. We tend to be calmer people who seek peace with others. We tend to make healthier choices physically and with what we choose to eat. We tend to prioritize our wellbeing over instant gratification and smart investments over big ticket items. Breathing in God helps us to find life.

Thankfully, there are safety measures put into place to help minimize the risk to breathing in things that are not good for us. In the same way, there are steps we can take in order to minimize the danger posed not just to our lungs but to our heads, our hearts, and our very souls.