Sermon Illustrations on Contemplation

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Bernard of Clairvaux — Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee

catholic devotional prayer by Bernard of Clairvaux

sweetnesspresencename of Jesus
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Anselm of Canterbury — Proslogion Prayer (Extended)

catholic contemplative prayer by Anselm of Canterbury

seekingstillnesswithdrawal
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Abba Arsenius — Prayer of the Three Words

orthodox contemplative prayer by Abba Arsenius

silencesolituderest
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Prayer: Contemplative Prayer: The Interior Castle

Teaching on Prayer from Teresa of Avila: Contemplative Prayer: The Interior Castle

contemplative prayerinterior lifeunion with GodPsalm 46:10
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Scripture Meditation: The Cloud of Unknowing: Beyond Words

Teaching on Scripture Meditation from Anonymous: The Cloud of Unknowing: Beyond Words

contemplationsilencewordless prayerPsalm 46:10
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Solitude and Silence: Isaac of Nineveh on Silence and the Soul

Teaching on Solitude and Silence from Isaac of Nineveh: Isaac of Nineveh on Silence and the Soul

deep silencewondermysteryPsalm 62:1-2
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Lectio Divina: When Bible Reading Becomes Encounter

The ancient practice of lectio divina transforms Bible reading from information gathering to divine encounter. This 'sacred reading' involves four movements: lectio (reading), meditatio (meditation), ...

lectio_divinascripture_meditationdivine_readingPsalm 1:2-3, Joshua 1:8, Luke 24:13-35
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Lectio Divina: When Bible Reading Becomes Encounter - Story

The practice of lectio divina invites believers to engage with Scripture in a transformative way, moving from mere reading to a deep, personal encounter with God. Through its four movements—reading, meditation, prayer, and contemplation—individuals can experience divine guidance and a profound sense of peace and comfort in their relationship with the Lord.

Psalm 1:2-3, Joshua 1:8, Luke 24:13-35
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Lectio Divina: When Bible Reading Becomes Encounter - Prayer

This devotional emphasizes the ancient practice of lectio divina, which transforms Bible reading into a divine encounter through four movements: reading, meditation, prayer, and contemplation. It encourages believers to engage with Scripture in a way that fosters a deeper relationship with God, allowing His love and guidance to permeate their hearts.

Psalm 1:2-3, Joshua 1:8, Luke 24:13-35
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Lectio Divina: When Bible Reading Becomes Encounter - Biblical Insight

The practice of lectio divina invites individuals to engage with Scripture in a transformative way, moving beyond mere information to a deep, personal encounter with God. Through its four movements—reading, meditation, prayer, and contemplation—believers are encouraged to let the Word of God resonate within their hearts, fostering a closer relationship with the divine.

Psalm 1:2-3, Joshua 1:8, Luke 24:13-35