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Spiritual Practice for the Late Summer: Praying a Biblical Text

Repeat a sentence or part of a sentence from the Bible out loud many times, then silently many times. Allow its meaning to deepen into feeling; focus on the words until the mind is silent and you experience the truth of the promise of which the text speaks. The shorter the sentence, the better. Possibilities include:

  • Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you.
  • It is I; do not be afraid.
  • Abide in me as I abide in you.
  • I am with you always.
  • In quietness and confidence shall be your strength.
  • I will never leave you nor forsake you.

 

Updated September 6, 2019