Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Romans 12:1

The Components of Physical Health

Breath in the Scriptures: Hebrew: Ruah – breath, life, wind, Spirit Greek: Pnuema – wind, spirit

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. the LORD God formed the man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living being. (Genesis 2:7) By the word of the LORD were the heavens made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth. (Psalm 33:6)

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration 5 This is what the Sovereign LORD says to these bones: I will make breath enter you, and you will come to life. 6 I will attach tendons to you and make flesh come upon you and cover you with skin; I will put breath in you, and you will come to life. Then you will know that I am the LORD.’” (Ezekiel 37:5-10)

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration 7 So I prophesied as I was commanded. And as I was prophesying, there was a noise, a rattling sound, and the bones came together, bone to bone. 8 I looked, and tendons and flesh appeared on them and skin covered them, but there was no breath in them. (Ezekiel 37:5-10)

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration 9 Then he said to me, “Prophesy to the breath; prophesy, son of man, and say to it, ‘This is what the Sovereign LORD says: Come, breath, from the four winds and breathe into these slain, that they may live.’” 10 So I prophesied as he commanded me, and breath entered them; they came to life and stood up on their feet—a vast army. (Ezekiel 37:5-10)

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. (Genesis 2:7, Ps 33:6) The breath of restoration (Ezekiel 37:5-10) The breath of salvation Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit. 6 Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. 7 You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.’ 8 The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit.” John 3:5-8

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration The breath of salvation The breath of empowerment Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. (John 20:21, 22)

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration The breath of salvation The breath of empowerment When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. (Acts 2:1-2)

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration The breath of salvation The breath of empowerment The breath of inspiration. (2 Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness

Breath in the Scriptures: The breath of life. The breath of restoration The breath of salvation The breath of empowerment The breath of inspiration. (2 Timothy 3:16) All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,

The Benefits of Deep Breathing 1. Breathing Detoxifies and releases toxins 2. Breathing Releases tension 3. Breathing Relaxes the mind/body and brings clarity 4. Breathing Relieves emotional problems 5. Breathing Relieves physical pain. 6. Breathing Increases muscle 7. Breathing Strengthens the immune system 8. Breathing Improves posture 9. Breathing Improves quality of the blood 10. Breathing Increases digestion and assimilation of food 11. Breathing Improves the nervous system 12. Breathing Strengthen the lungs 13. Breathing Strengthens the heart 14. Breathing Boosts energy levels and improves stamina 15. Breathing Improves cellular regeneration 16. Breathing Elevates moods

“The breath is a powerful tool for self- regulation– a means to both summon energy and relax deeply. Extending the exhalation, for example, prompts a powerful wave of recovery. Breathing in to a count of three and out to a count of six, lowers arousal and quiets not just the body but also the mind and the emotions. Deep, smooth and rhythmic breathing is simultaneously a source of energy, alertness, focus, as well as relaxation, stillness and quiet– the ultimate healthy pulse. The Power of Full Engagement (49)

Breathe in for a count of 3 and out for a count of 6 Deep Breathing Practice deep breathing at least 2 times a day for 10 breaths. Be mindful of your breathing throughout the day.

Life Restoration Salvation Empowerment Inspiration God’s Breath Brings