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God’s Compass
Image via Wikipedia In the days of the old sailing ships, the most important single bit of equipment on board was the mariner’s compass. And when we set off on our spiritual journey, we need a spiritual compass to keep us on the path towards home in spite of our confusion, failure, and sin. Our compass does include our conscience, but is not limited to that. Good thing; in this fallen world, our conscience can be a an untrustworthy guide! True north is only maintained by the Word of God and prayer, the spiritual compass of our life. Use the spiritual compass to enter into a personal relationship with God…
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Lectio Divina: The Art of Divine Reading
Lectio divina, or the art of sacred reading, has been around a very, very long time. It means a slow and contemplative praying of the Bible, which very soon allows God to touch our hearts with His Word. Reading (lectio) Bible study and reading through the Bible are necessary disciplines to grow as a Christian. But lectio divina is neither a study nor a methodical reading through of the Bible. In lectio, you very slowly read a passage of Scripture in order to hear what God is staying to you in a still, still, small voice (I Kings 19:12). Sometimes God can talk very loudly! But more often he speaks…
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Loving God
Image via Wikipedia This is love for God: to obey his commands. And his commands are not burdensome, for everyone born of God overcomes the world. (I John 5:3.4) The mountains will bring prosperity to the people, / the hills the fruit of righteousness. (Ps. 72:3) Note on Ps. 72:3 – the context is the King, the Royal Son. If the king serves the Lord than the land will be blessed. For me, if Jesus Christ is the king of my heart, life, and choices; then I will know prosperity and the fruit of righteousness. Look at what it says – “prosperity” followed by “fruit of righteousness.” Physical and spiritual…