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.

2 Corinthians 7:5-16

2 Corinthians 7:5-16 5 When we arrived in Macedonia, there was no rest for us. We faced conflict from every direction, with battles on the outside and fear on the inside. 6 But God, who encourages those who are discouraged, encouraged us by … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 6:14-7;4

2 Corinthians 6:14-7;4 14 Don’t team up with those who are unbelievers. How can righteousness be a partner with wickedness? How can light live with darkness? 15 What harmony can there be between Christ and the devil? How can a believer be a … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 6:3-13

2 Corinthians 6:3-13 3 We live in such a way that no one will stumble because of us, and no one will find fault with our ministry. 4 In everything we do, we show that we are true ministers of God. We patiently … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 5:11 – 6:2

2 Corinthians 5:11-6:2 11 Because we understand our fearful responsibility to the Lord, we work hard to persuade others. God knows we are sincere, and I hope you know this, too.12 Are we commending ourselves to you again? No, we are giving … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 5:1-10

2 Corinthians 5:1-10 5 For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 4

2 Corinthians 4 4 Therefore, since God in his mercy has given us this new way, we never give up. 2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. We don’t try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. We tell the … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 3:7-18

2 Corinthians 3:7-18 7 The old way, with laws etched in stone, led to death, though it began with such glory that the people of Israel could not bear to look at Moses’ face. For his face shone with the glory of … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 2:14 – 3:6

2 Corinthians 2:14-3:6 14 But thank God! He has made us his captives and continues to lead us along in Christ’s triumphal procession. Now he uses us to spread the knowledge of Christ everywhere, like a sweet perfume. 15 Our lives are a … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 2:1-13

2 Corinthians 2:1-13 2 So I decided that I would not bring you grief with another painful visit.2 For if I cause you grief, who will make me glad? Certainly not someone I have grieved. 3 That is why I wrote to you as … Continue reading

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2 Corinthians 1:12-24

2 Corinthians 1:12-24 12 We can say with confidence and a clear conscience that we have lived with a God-given holiness and sincerity in all our dealings. We have depended on God’s grace, not on our own human wisdom. That is how … Continue reading

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