“And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, ‘This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.’” – Luke 22:19
Bible Verses About Cooking
The Importance of Cooking as a Service
In our journey of faith, we find that cooking is more than just a task or a hobby; it is a service we provide to others. When we cook with love, we are essentially sharing a piece of ourselves. The Bible encourages us to serve one another with kindness. When we prepare meals for our family and community, we are engaging in an act of worship and gratitude. Each dish prepared can be a message of care, and the process can remind us of God’s love for us. It is an opportunity for us to show compassion and tenderness, honoring those we share our meals with.
Genesis 18:1-8
“The LORD appeared to Abraham near the great trees of Mamre, while he was sitting at the entrance to his tent in the heat of the day. Abraham looked up and saw three men standing nearby. When he saw them, he hurried from the entrance of his tent to meet them and bowed low to the ground. He said, ‘If I have found favor in your eyes, my lord, do not pass your servant by. Let a little water be brought, and then you may all wash your feet and rest under this tree. Let me get you something to eat, so you can be refreshed and then go on your way, now that you have come to your servant.’ ‘Very well,’ they answered, ‘do as you say.’ So Abraham hurried into the tent to get Sarah. He said, ‘Quick! He said, ‘Get three seahs of the finest flour and knead it and bake some bread.’ Abraham hurried into the tent to get Sarah. He said, ‘Quick! Get three seahs of the finest flour and knead it and bake some bread.’ Then he ran to the herd and selected a choice tender calf and gave it to a servant, who hurried to prepare it.” – Genesis 18:1-8
1 Peter 4:10
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10
Romans 12:13
“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13
Proverbs 27:18
“Whoever tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and whoever protects their master will be honored.” – Proverbs 27:18
Matthew 25:35
“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” – Matthew 25:35
Cooking as an Expression of Love
When we enter the kitchen, we are stepping into a space where love can be expressed through every ingredient and every stir of the pot. The act of cooking can be a beautiful demonstration of love, patience, and care. As we create meals, we are often reminded that our love for one another is shown through the food we share – whether it is the simple dinner every night or a feast during special occasions. Cooking is a way to nourish both the body and the soul, reflecting God’s unending love for us in the meals we share together.
John 21:9
“When they landed, they saw a fire of burning coals there with fish on it, and some bread.” – John 21:9
1 Corinthians 10:31
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31
Isaiah 58:10
“And if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noonday