I think we are all fascinated by moving water, whether it is a small spring bubbling up from the ground in the mountains or a cascading waterfall. Sadly, we know that water can also cause much damage and loss of life in floods. But one thing is common, moving water is a form of kinetic energy by virtue of its motion and that energy can be harnessed as in hydroelectric power stations. To watch energy in motion is captivating and mysterious.

Using this one example of energy, we know it causes certain feelings within us as we watch the moving water; for instance, it could have a calming effect on our spirit. Which reminds me that we are not just a mechanical humanoid robot; for we all have a hidden side to our being, our spirit self, an energy body that can’t be seen or touched.

Anyone who has studied and practiced Yoga or similar disciplines will be aware that they promote increased self-awareness. In addition, teachings of chakra energy centres within the body are also considered important for developing inner spiritual consciousness.

Whilst everyone may not follow these forms of meditation, they do emphasise a very important point. As human beings we not only have a body and mind, but also a spirit. Jesus Christ often referred to the unseen spirit side of our being, a clear indication that he fully understood that it was real and important. When we receive Christ, we are forgiven, but at the same time the spirit part of us is powerfully changed. The spirit within is healed and Jesus described it to Nicodemus as being born again. Our spirit if you like, becomes God sensitive, we become tuned into God; that is to say, on the same wavelength.

In addition, Jesus taught that if we believed in him rivers of living water would flow out of our innermost being. He was referring to the Holy Spirit which is given to the believer, and which makes the presence of God real in that inner part of our body… OUR SPIRIT!

Through personal faith in Christ the spirit part of us is regenerated and made right, but the extra is to also have God’s Holy Spirit moving within us. To use the analogy of the flowing river there is a God energy within which can flow out of our lives as LIVING water, but it starts within us. Our Christian lives can often be just external, but the key is to INTERNALIZE OUR EXPERIENCE. The energy is within us and as we learn to harness its power the benefits will flow to our body and mind, and then outwardly in our life.