The Discerning Leader Podcast Lectio Divina | Discerning God in the Spiritual Practices Episode 03 (REPRISE)
Jul 6, 2023
David Breyhoff, a member of the Society of St. John the Evangelist, shares insights on Lectio Divina, emphasizing how this contemplative practice allows individuals to engage deeply with Scripture. He contrasts superficial readings with a slow, prayerful approach that fosters spiritual transformation. The conversation explores cultivating silence for effective prayer and the importance of personal experiences in interpreting biblical texts. Breyhoff encourages embracing depth over breadth in spiritual practices to nourish one's relationship with God.
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Receive the Word
- Feast on the Word of God for personal nourishment, not just for teaching or preaching.
- Focus on internal transformation through scripture before sharing it with others.
Lectio Divina vs. Modern Reading
- Modern reading is often production-oriented, focused on information gathering and achievement.
- Lectio Divina is different; it's slow, prayerful, and welcomes the Word into our hearts.
Repetitive Reading
- Engage in repetitive reading of the same passage, even without the formal Lectio Divina stages.
- Focus on a word, phrase, verse, or story that resonates with you.