Cooking nourishes the soul in a most inspiring way. As I stand in the kitchen, ready to cook the most delicious meals, I feel a great sense of release within me, an exhilaration and exuberance that can only be felt, not explained. A divine peace and serene calmness wells up from the deepest recesses of my heart, a knowing that is my very own, stamped with God’s imprint. There is a personal touch here, a practical application that has to be tasted to be believed. The good things in life come naturally in God’s time, those divine moments in which time stands still, where the divine things of God touch humanity, a soul connection, a moment of nourishment, and warmth that is out of this world. Cooking feeds the body, mind, and soul. It boosts creativity and brings joy.
I am not flustered in the kitchen. I am never in a flurry or a hurry. I cook quietly in confident faith, knowing that my Father will meet all my culinary needs. I am confident in Him. Martha was “cumbered about much serving” (Luke 10:38-42) but Mary has chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” Trust His sufficiency. “God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work” (2 Corinthians 9:8). I pray to the Lord of Pots and Pans for efficiency and peace of heart and mind as I prepare to cook a meal and wash up the plates. I have Mary’s mind to worship God and Martha’s hands to serve with devotion.
Lord, fill the kitchen with Your love, and calm me with Your peace. Accept my humble service, that I do for love of family, for Your honour and glory. Amen.
– Miriam Jacob
First published in LIFE REVISION Ezine (March – April 2024)
ANOINTED TO SERVE - Miriam Jacob 
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