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Faith-related posts featuring a devotional, reflection, Bible study, or prayer.
The Lord’s Prayer, a central prayer in Christian tradition, appears in both Matthew and Luke. It is very special to me, so I would like to explore it together. A look at the biblical context leading up to the Lord’s Prayer: In Matthew, the Lord’s Prayer is part of the “Sermon on the Mount.” This … Read more
Prayer beads can be a meaningful part of your prayer life. I’d like to share my personal approach to using them as part of a contemplative prayer practice. Prayer beads are for anyone. Prayer beads have been around for thousands of years. Many people associate them with the Catholic rosary, but believers from many traditions … Read more
The term lectio divina means divine reading. It’s a contemplative prayer practice based on short Bible passages. The goal is not to study but rather to experience. Read on for an overview of lectio divina and a step-by-step guide. Overview of lectio divina: Lectio divina is an ancient practice. I’ve seen it presented using “the … Read more
Praying scripture is a meaningful part of my faith journey. I hope this resonates with you. What does it mean to pray scripture? It’s the practice of using Bible passages as the framework for prayer. Many people insert their name into the passage, while others use the phrases and ideas in the verses to build … Read more
Sometimes, a prayerful reflection is exactly what I need to feel centered. I gathered a few Bible verses emphasizing peace and used them as a basis for this reflection. You could use this on your own or with a group. You might notice the use of the phrase “I pray your promise” throughout this reflection … Read more
I love putting together studies to share with friends. I’m part of a wonderful group of women who help plan the women’s ministry at our church, and my role as spiritual growth coordinator gives me the joy of nurturing our group’s spiritual life. At each monthly meeting, I bring a short reflection, an inspiring story, … Read more