Community of Christ - Sharing the Peace of Jesus Christ

Print Help
Printer Friendly Version
World Conference 2007
  
HOME
 
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
 
Conference Archives
Photo Gallery
 
Doctrine and Covenants 163
Legislation
Letter of Counsel
Press Releases
 
CONFERENCE PREPARATION
• Daily Preparation 2/21 to 3/24
• Prepare for World Conference
• Discernment: A New/Old Path
• We Are One, We Are Many
 
 

Return to Daily Meditations CalendarSunday, March 18, 2007

Scripture
So he came and proclaimed peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near; for through him both of us have access in one Spirit to the Father. So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone.—Ephesians 2:17–20

Reflection
Lectio divina (Latin for “holy reading”), is a way of “praying the scriptures.” The central focus in lectio divina is a passage of scripture. The passage is read several times, each time using a different approach.

Action
Use Lectio divina with Ephesians 2:17–20.

  1. Pray for the Holy Spirit’s presence and guidance.
  2. Read the scripture aloud without studying it. Read it simply and attentively.
  3. Read the scripture a second time. When a word, phrase, or passage catches your attention, stop and repeat those words silently to yourself, meditating on their meaning. What ideas or understandings come to you? Let the Spirit guide you as you meditate.
  4. Read the scripture a third time. Pray about the meaning you have discovered. Seek God and pray in response to your thoughts and understandings.
  5. Read the scripture a final time. Now rest in silent contemplation. Let the presence of the Spirit fill you. There is no expectation or goal except to be in God’s presence.
  6. Let yourself come out of contemplation slowly. Journal any insights that have come to mind.

Prayer
Pray that as we prepare for the World Conference experience, we will have a fuller understanding of what it means to share Christ’s peace. Pray for open hearts and minds as we deliberate and discern together.

    

  

Home | Site Map | Visit Us | Permissions | Web Team 
©1999-2009 Community of Christ

  Search This Site