20/30 mins

Lectio Divina is a Latin term that translates as ‘Divine Reading’, and it is a purposeful and contemplative way of engaging with the Bible. Dating back to the early centuries of the Christian Church, it is a way of praying through the Scriptures, helping you to slow down and savour God’s word. The practice of Lectio Divina incorporates four primary steps.

Read a small portion of Scripture - a paragraph, a Psalm, at most a chapter.

Consider what you have just read: are there any phrases or words that stand out to you? Try and imagine yourself there, in the drama of the text. Which parts are challenging to understand?

Continue communion with the Living Word by praying aloud in response to the Scripture you have read.

Finally, spend time gathering your thoughts and prayers, letting the word of God dwell within. This is a silent prayer expressing your love for God. It is both active and passive communion with God.