Meditation Blog

One of the things I have been doing consistently for several years is meditating on Scripture. A number of the Psalms speak of the power of meditation. Some people are afraid of the term “meditation” because it sounds like something from an Eastern religion. But the way the Bible instructs us to meditate is to focus on something, in particular, we are to focus on Scripture. When we do, it’s called “discursive meditation.” Brain scientists all agree on the healing power of meditation on our brain–something the Bible knew all along. I will be posting on this blog two times a week–Monday and Thursday,. As you read each post, you can simply read what I wrote, or better yet, you can first read over the passage several times on your own, write out your insights, and then read what struck me in passage.. I started with the book of Galatians, then went through Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians. I’ve also looked at the first 15 Psalms. I’ve worked through most of the New Testament and am now in John’s Gospel. I use the New Living Translation.

Psalm 25

Posted on February 23, 2015 by drstoop

As you open the posting, first take some time and meditate on the verses that follow.  Read them over slowly several times until something catches your attention.  Then ponder on what got your attention before you read what I saw … Continue reading →

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Psalm 22:22-31

Posted on February 20, 2015 by drstoop

As you open the posting, first take some time and meditate on the verses that follow.  Read them over slowly several times until something catches your attention.  Then ponder on what got your attention before you read what I saw … Continue reading →

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Psalm 24

Posted on February 19, 2015 by drstoop

As you open the posting, first take some time and meditate on the verses that follow.  Read them over slowly several times until something catches your attention.  Then ponder on what got your attention before you read what I saw … Continue reading →

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Psalm 22:1-21

Posted on February 18, 2015 by drstoop

Psalm 22:1-21 As you open the posting, first take some time and meditate on the verses that follow.  Read them over slowly several times until something catches your attention.  Then ponder on what got your attention before you read what … Continue reading →

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Psalm 21

Posted on August 11, 2014 by drstoop

Psalm 21 For the choir director: A psalm of David. 1 How the king rejoices in your strength, O Lord!     He shouts with joy because you give him victory. 2 For you have given him his heart’s desire;     you have withheld nothing he … Continue reading →

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Psalm 20

Posted on August 6, 2014 by drstoop

Psalm 20 For the choir director: A psalm of David. 1 In times of trouble, may the Lord answer your cry.     May the name of the God of Jacob keep you safe from all harm. 2 May he send you help from his sanctuary … Continue reading →

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Psalm 19

Posted on August 4, 2014 by drstoop

Psalm 19 For the choir director: A psalm of David. 1 The heavens proclaim the glory of God.     The skies display his craftsmanship. 2 Day after day they continue to speak;     night after night they make him known. 3 They speak without a … Continue reading →

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Psalm 18:30-50

Posted on July 30, 2014 by drstoop

Psalm 18:30-50 30 God’s way is perfect.     All the Lord’s promises prove true.     He is a shield for all who look to him for protection. 31 For who is God except the Lord?     Who but our God is a solid rock? 32 God arms me … Continue reading →

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Psalm 18:1-29

Posted on July 28, 2014 by drstoop

Psalm 18:1-29 For the choir director: A psalm of David, the servant of the Lord. He sang this song to the Lord on the day the Lord rescued him from all his enemies and from Saul. He sang: 1 I love you, Lord;     you are my strength. … Continue reading →

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Psalm 17

Posted on July 23, 2014 by drstoop

Psalm 17 A prayer of David. 1 O Lord, hear my plea for justice.     Listen to my cry for help. Pay attention to my prayer,     for it comes from honest lips. 2 Declare me innocent,     for you see those who do right. 3 You … Continue reading →

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