Full Circle
Full Circle => Holy Circle
Have you ever shared a verse, forgot that you shared, and then, in return, those lifegiving words were shared with you? One of the sweetest moments came about a few months ago all because Christian friends shared God's word and encouraged one another.
Several years ago a dear friend of mine was going through a difficult patch. I sent her a verse. Fast forward to this past July, I was really struggling. She sent it back to me sharing how it had really been a lifeline to her. I didn't even remember sending her the verse.
Since being reminded of those words, I have clung to them, reciting the simple truth over and over in the months ensuing.
God is continuing to impress on my heart the need to be still before Him. May this verse heal your heart and then in return you share with another.
The full circle of our faith.
I'd like to invite you to a spiritual discipline that involves your Bible, a quiet heart (be patient this takes time I'm told), and the very Person Who loved you enough to create you as His masterpiece.
Take some deep breaths, fill your lungs with the Holy Spirit. Enter into His presence with no expectations - come just as you are and allow God Almighty to meet you in this moment.
Passage for Comtemplation:
From the end of the earth I will cry to You,
When my heart is overwhelmed;
Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.Psalms 61:2
Lectio Divina => Latin phrase meaning "Holy Reading"
Lectio Divina is a time to commune with the Author of the Holy Scriptures
LECTIO (Read) - Either out loud or quietly, read the verse/passage slowly, seeking God's nearness. Pay attention to the context and flow of the words. Then, in silence, sit with the Holy Spirit.
MEDITATIO (Reflect) - As you read the verse/passage a second time, listen for a word or phrase God is laying on your heart. Ask Abba why He's drawing you to this particular word/phrase. Silently listen for God's still small voice.
ORATIO (Respond) - During the third reading, ask God what He desires and how He wants to use the word/phrase - is it a prompt to lament, to give thanks, to repent, to surrender. Silently lean in to the Holy Spirit's leading. Don't take this step lightly - yield to Abba what He is asking you to give. In the laying down you will find freedom.
CONTEMPLATIO - (Rest) Draw near to Abba allowing His love, grace, and peace to wash over you as you read the fourth time.
Seek HIM with all your heart ~
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Preach!! Love that you are sharing about Lectio!!