Grounded in God’s Truth

Grounded in God’s Truth

Physically, I’m grounded to the earth—but spiritually, I’m Grounded in God’s Truth. This spiritual grounding connects me to God and fills me with His power. God’s Truth anchors me and is my firm foundation in this chaotic world.

Connection to the Earth

Growing up, I often went barefoot. Shoes were optional, except for school and church.  As a result, I walked barefoot over gravel, through mud and dirt, across hot cement, and in the cool, soft, grass.

Apparently, more people today are rediscovering the benefits of walking barefoot and connecting with the earth. This practice is called grounding. 

What is Grounding?

Grounding, also called earthing, is the practice of physically connecting with the earth’s natural electric charge.  Scientists believe that the earth is electronically active. Consequently, when we come into contact with it, our bodies absorb some of its energy.  Surprisingly, this natural charge can promote positive changes in our bodies and support overall health and wellness.

So grounding is growing in popularity and many grounding products are available.  Grounding sheets, pads, mats, rods, socks, shoes, and patches, help us stay grounded.  (Or you can keep it simple and just go barefoot!)

Benefits of Grounding

Interestingly, studies show that grounding has the following benefits:

• Reduces chronic inflammation
• Eases stress & anxiety
• Decreases pain symptoms
• Improves sleep quality and reduces chronic fatigue
• Balances cortisol levels
• Supports cardiovascular health and blood pressure

Grounded in God’s Truth

Guide me in your truth and teach me…Psalms 25:5a

There’s another kind of grounding—one that’s even more essential. This grounding is related to God’s Truth.  

God’s Word is Truth.  When I stand on this firm foundation, I won’t be swayed by worldly opinions or deceived by the enemy’s lies. Therefore, I must intentionally choose to be Grounded in God’s Truth. Then I can stand firm against spiritual attacks.

Christian scholar, John Stott, puts it this way, “Wobbly Christians who have no firm foothold in Jesus Christ, are easy prey for the devil.”

Spiritually Charged by God’s Truth

Amazingly, when I am Grounded in God’s Truth, I receive spiritual strength and power. Instead of being electrically charged by the earth, I am spiritually charged by God’s Truth!  Now that’s the type of charge I truly need!

Prayer:

Lord, help me stay Grounded in You and Your Truth.  Amen.

Questions to Consider:

1. Do you practice grounding?
2. How do you stay grounded in God’s Truth?
3. What’s does it mean to be spiritually charged?