Pastor
and writer of Woodland church Tim Rauk speaks to this idea of eating as a
sacramental gift of life. Rauk explains how food is something that brings the
most intimate people and things in life together. It is over food that often we
share bonding experiences and share in fellowship. Rauk goes on to write that in his life and
those around him, relationships tend to be the biggest sources of joy in life
with next being food. He believes that God intended humans to enjoy eating and
to enjoy a time of nourishment not only physically but relationally and
spiritually. Food is not just necessary for our physical well being, but also for our spiritual well being. One might ask how something so simple as sharing a meal
might be seen as a sacrament. In this instance, it is important to look at the
times we do actually sit down and share a meal. Usually times like these are
with loved ones and with people whom we have a valued relationship with.
Because of this, we see the intimacy that can take place at a meal. Whether we
choose to spend time preparing a meal or sharing a meal, through these acts we
are displaying commitment and love. We are giving of ourselves and giving of
our time.
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