Lectio Divina - John 15:1-8

“If you remain [continue] in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.” (John 15:7–8; emphasis added)

When we abide in Christ, we draw closer to our Master. Abiding, when practiced habitually, helps us grow as disciples. As we abide, we hear Christ’s instructions for daily living and gain the courage, empowerment, and direction essential for our own intentional disciple making. The process of abiding that Jesus describes in John 15 is not complicat

There are two contemplative practices of fundamental importance in the Christian tradition: the practice of stillness (also called meditation, still prayer, contemplative prayer, etc.) and the practice of watchfulness or awareness.

fruitful Christian, that you want to cooperate with his plan. Commit yourself to reading, studying, memorizing, and meditating on the Bible. Ask God to use his Word to change the way you think. Invite the Holy Spirit to have free rein in your life. Don’t hold anything back. Pray and talk with him about everything.

In the quiet hour the mind can be adjusted before meeting people or facing difficult problems. The day’s duties and responsibilities can be committed to God. We can memorize a Scripture verse to chew on during the day. We should be alert to look for some special thought or message in our reading.