The Whisper of the Beloved: Lectio Divina

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The Whisper of the Beloved: Lectio Divina

I used to do a personal retreat every year at the end of May/June. Usually by then I was exhausted from teaching both Bible classes and English classes. So to meet alone with the Lord in a little cottage at a retreat center was balm to my body and soul.

There were always inspiring reading materials in my little cottage. One year, I discovered a real gem — an article called “Listening for the Whisper of the Beloved,” by Jan Ord. It told of an ancient way of being with God and His Word and just listening. It’s called lectio divina…

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My Prayer Chair

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My Prayer Chair

I’m anticipating a meaningful addition to my “quiet place of reflection” deep down in the recesses of our home. It is a birthday gift, not to be hung until my mid June birthday.

But in preparation for the treasure of a gift, I have been thinking of this special place where I meet with God most mornings. My soul is still quiet before the hustle of my busyness intrudes upon the solitude.

Can I take you with me, dear reader, to visit my special place that embraces my “all-my-own” chair I have come to call my “Prayer chair”?

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My Prayer Chair

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My Prayer Chair

I have a new chair. I call it my prayer chair.

For years I had a comfortable chair in a little corner where I prayed and meditated and read the Word...deep down in the inner sanctum of the house where nobody goes. But I never thought of it as my prayer chair. It was a family heirloom chair, kinda placed there because it was the best spot for it. And of course, I did enjoy it.

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