Spiritual Reading Psalm 9:1

Lectio Divina – Spiritual Reading Psalm 9:1

A non fact-finding practice. A reception to what the text has to teach you. A slow dance between Scripture, God & Silence.

The meditation begins with a brief explanation of the practice.

1. Reading slowly.
2. Meditation-reflect on what its saying to me.
3. Prayer- What is my action or response?
4. Silent love or thankfulness towards God.

Join Hospice Spiritual Director and Pastor, Rev. Ryan T. Schmidt for a session of Lectio Divina.

Transcript

Welcome to this Lexio Divina,

A practice of spiritual reading.

The roots of spiritual reflection and interpretation go back to the third century.

The monastic practice of Lexio Divina was first established in the sixth century by Saint Benedict and then was formalized as a four-step process during the 12th century.

The practice begins with reading and then meditation,

Prayer and contemplation.

I invite you to quiet your mind and open your heart to spirits moving through this short scripture.

Reading,

We will slowly read the scripture passage several times.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

Meditation.

Take some time to reflect on the words and phrases in the text.

Which words,

Phrases or images speak most to you?

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

Prayer.

Offer an internalized package back to God in the form of a personalized prayer.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

Contemplation.

What word or image captures the spirit of the passage for you?

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

I will give thanks to you,

Lord,

With all my heart.

I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.

Psalm 9 verse 1.

As we conclude our Lectio Divina practice,

Please take a few moments and quietly sit in the light of Christ's love.

Reviews

Great way to start the day

Correct words to focus our minds. Thank you

Wonderful meditation in the light of Christ's love!!

Feeling very grateful for Christ’s love & blessings.

What a great practice, thankyou