Posture - Physically and Spiritually

Today’s topic is one we don’t think about often—unless we’re slouching at our desk or waking up with a stiff neck—and that is posture. But I’m not just talking about how we sit or stand… I’m talking about how we show up.

What’s the posture of your heart? Are you walking through life defensive, closed off, stressed out—or open, grateful, and humble?

God cares a lot about our posture—physically and spiritually.

Psalm 95:6 (NLT) — “Come, let us worship and bow down. Let us kneel before the Lord our maker.”

Let’s stretch out, sit up straight, and get into a conversation about presence, peace, and how our posture can shape our day.

Our bodies and our spirits are connected, and sometimes adjusting our physical posture can shift our mindset too.

Ever notice how your body mirrors your mood? Shoulders tight = stress. Slouching = exhaustion.

When I’m feeling overwhelmed, sometimes all it takes is a deep breath, rolling my shoulders back, and remembering God’s got this.

A quick, mindful physical reset can shift your perspective and posture.

Psalm 95:6 invites us to bow down before God. There’s power in physical acts of surrender.

Now, you don’t have to drop to your knees in the middle of H-E-B, but even pausing to lift your hands in worship or taking a breath of gratitude can reset your day.

I saw this video one time of a woman who felt led to be vulnerable and worship at the gym. As she worked out, she listened to worship music and felt the Lord prompting her to worship freely. She did—and felt the posture of her heart align with God in that moment and experienced His presence so deeply.

Sometimes we just need to surrender, no matter where we are.

When we feel insecure or afraid, we close up—crossed arms, short words, clenched jaw.

Ever had one of those mornings where even your posture is like, “I can’t deal today”?

If you’re anything like me, on those days you probably decide it’s best not to talk, stick to yourself, and deal with it. Eventually, I usually decide I should probably pray and fix my focus—and once I do, I feel better. But I tend to sit in that mindset of insecurity for a bit.

Be kind to yourself and notice the signs. Sometimes your body knows it before your brain catches up.

But try opening up—physically and emotionally. It’s amazing what God can do when we stop bracing for the worst.

Now let’s get into posture in relationships—how we carry ourselves with others can change the conversation, the mood, and even the outcome.

Let’s lean in, make eye contact, and keep our hands free of distractions.

When we posture ourselves to really listen, we make people feel seen—and that’s one of the most powerful gifts you can give.

Posture yourself toward understanding before responding. Give grace.

I once corrected a friend who didn’t need advice—she just needed a hug and a taco. Don’t underestimate the power of grace.

The thing is, sometimes people don’t need correction—they need compassion. We want to be seen and heard. So, when talking with someone, we need to be open to listening and seeing what’s really going on before thinking we have all the answers.

When things get tense, posture changes everything. Are you defensive? Closed off? Or are you willing to be humble and soft—even when it’s hard?

Sometimes it’s better to bite our tongues and not say anything at all—or at least think before reacting. Being right isn’t as important as being Christlike.

Sometimes the battle ends not with a victory, but with an open hand, because we’ve decided to lean into the Lord and not our first reactions.

Let’s talk about our posture before God—what it looks like to live with a heart bowed, a spirit open, and hands willing.

We tend to grip tightly to our plans. But the posture of surrender = open hands.

I often think about “open hands” when worshiping—when we lift our hands in praise, they’re usually facing up and out, not down. I think this is because when we surrender, we’re coming to the Lord open-handed, giving all to Him. We aren’t approaching Him hands-down, holding on to things. We’re lifting our open hands and saying, “All this is Yours.”

Try waking up with a deep breath and the words, “God, today is Yours.” Let it change the posture of your heart.

Instead of starting the day scrolling or complaining, what if we started with thanks?

It’s often said that what we look at or do first sets the tone for our day.

If the first thing we do is scroll, we might fall into the trap of judgment or comparison. And then, we find ourselves being judgmental and complaining all day long.

Before you reach for your phone, reach for your Bible, your coffee, and your gratitude list. See how it sets your day—and the posture of your heart—toward God.

When you pray, do you expect God to move?

I think the obvious answer is yes, but the posture of our faith says, “He’s not just able—He’s willing.”

Walk like you know who’s walking with you. And know that on those days when you’re struggling, your posture can always be reset. God’s grace allows us to adjust and keep going.

Posture is practice. Keep showing up. Keep standing tall. And when you fall—He lifts you up.

Remember, posture isn’t just about how you sit or stand. It’s about how you show up—in relationships, in worship, in the messy middle of life. Whether you’re walking tall, bowing low, or leaning in, God sees it all.

Today take a moment to pause, breathe, and realign. Because when your posture shifts, your perspective follows.

Keep showing up with purpose.