How do I meditate on God’s Word?

When we speak of meditation, we mean the purposeful direction of the thoughts to edifying and God-exalting subjects. Christian meditation is when we focus our thoughts on the Lord, the Word of God, and the things of God. Usually, the time spent in meditation relates to how godly we are.

It’s like chewing the cud of the word

Picture a cow chewing its cud. It has already eaten food but now it brings it back from its first stomach to chew it again. Admire the contented look on the face of the cow. So the believer feeds on the word of God, then spends time ruminating on what he has read. This brings serenity and satisfaction to all of life.

Meditation on the Words of life brings serenity and satisfaction to all of life.”

How to Meditate

With regard to the method of meditation, there is probably no way that is best for everyone. So each believer must work out the approach that suits himself and his own circumstances. 

Set a disturbance-free time

On the one hand, we can set aside a definite period of time in a quiet place, free from telephone, television, radio, traffic, or other distractions. Isaac found a quiet place for meditation in a field in the evening (Gen 24:63). Or we can utilize free moments during the day or night. David used times of insomnia to remember the Lord and to meditate on Him (Ps 63:6).

Keep a notepad ready

Keep a notepad nearby and note down the uninvited reminders of work, calls or any other thoughts that intrude. As soon as we write them down, we should dismiss them from our minds and get on with meditation.

Choose a passage

There is no shortage of worthwhile themes on which to meditate. The precious promises of God occupied the psalmist’s mind during the night watches (Ps 119:148).

The blessed man of Ps 1 delights in the law (word) of the Lord, and meditates in that law day and night (Pss 1:2; 119:78).

The Puritans spent much time contemplating the attributes of God, and this accounts for the vast dimensions of their souls. The wonderful works of God in creation and providence afford inexhaustible food for thought (Ps 143:5).

And the marvels of the redemption offer infinite material for meditation. Paul told Timothy to meditate on the things that are vitally connected with dynamic Christian ministry (1 Tim 4:15).

As a beginning, it is helpful to take a short portion of Scripture and using a little sanctified imagination, concentrate on each word, phrase, or clause.

Resonating with God’s Heart

Meditation is a way by which we synchronize with the heart of God. We read His words and thoughts from the Bible and think deeply about them, asking Him to reveal His thoughts to us. As we grow in this practice, let us wait on God to show us what is His heart, desire, and purpose for us and for mankind.

He forms the mountains and reveals His thoughts…

Amos 4:13

Post inspired by

‘The Forgotten Command: BE HOLY’ by William MacDonald.

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