… the ancient Chinese practice that involves arranging buildings, objects, and spaces to create harmony and balance, promoting positive energy flow known as "qi." It is based on the belief that the arrangement of our environment can influence our well-being and fortune.
True: acknowledges that invisible (spiritual) forces influence our well-being. Rooted in a genuine need for peace and safety.
False: Human-centered: provides a some sense of control over suffering or evil without assistance from God. Puts the responsibility for well-being on us, based on our actions (a ritual).
Grace Alternative
Shifts the responsibility for well-being from our actions to God's love.
Because are constantly connected to God’s love and protection, there’s no need to arrange objects or influence energy. It's an extra, unnecessary step. God is always ensuring our well-being.
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Rom. 8:28, NIV.
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