Meditating on Scripture

[LeaningOnTheEverlastingArms]

“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.”
Psalm 19:14

A little word of exhortation for the beloved.

What are we meditating on, dwelling on in our hearts, dear brothers and sisters?

and what is coming out of our mouths?

Our Lord said
“…the mouth speaks what the heart is full of”
Matthew 12:34

The word “meditation” in Hebrew is הִגָּיוֹן : higāyôn. It also has the meaning of “resounding music”.

What is the “resounding music” of our innermost being? Is it acceptable to set before the face of our God?

I’m finding that meditating on the scriptures helps to re-align my thoughts and my heart with God’s perspective and His desires.

As I fill my mind with His Word, and turn my focus onto Him, I’m brought into a place of greater peace and rest.

I’d love to hear what scriptures you’re all meditating on. Let’s encourage each other here by sharing some of them 😊

Thank you @LeaningOnTheEverlastingArms I follow Daily Audio Bible each evening before sleep. I find that to be valuable to have my final thoughts of the day to be God-centred. Each day therefore I am thinking about different Scripture. Tonight it will be Gen 46, Matt 15, Ps 19 and Pr 4. Some of Psalm 19 is what you have quoted above. For me, during a particular current situation, it is very timely reminder/prayer 🙏.

Thank you for this thoughtful encouragement. It’s such an important reminder to examine what we’re dwelling on and aligning our hearts with God’s Word. I’ve been meditating on Philippians 4:8 recently: “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable. if anything is excellent or praiseworthy think about such things. It’s been helping me to refocus my thoughts and stay grounded in God’s peace amidst the busyness of life. I’d love to hear more about the scriptures that have been speaking to others as well!

Spending time meditating on Scripture (in the biblical way, not the worldly way) is an important part of our worship and He blesses us abundantly for being faithful 🤍.

What a wonderful God we worship, full of mercy and grace

Absolutely! Meditating on Scripture allows us to draw closer to God's heart and align our thoughts with His truth. When we dwell on His Word, it transforms us and renews our minds (Romans 12:2). His mercy and grace are unending, and He delights in meeting us as we seek Him in quiet devotion. Truly, His blessings are beyond measure, and His love is steadfast and faithful. What Scripture has been on your heart lately?

@PilgriminProgress amen!

I always have lots of Scripture on my mind, and I’m particularly focused on 1John at the moment.

I’m spending a lot of time contemplating works, the cross, the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation , ancient Israel and what we can learn from them and the Sanctuary, Noah’s Arc and Heaven.

There a passage in Paul’s letter to Titus that I’m particularly drawn to at the moment. It appropriately begins with salvation by grace and ends with good works- with plenty of meaty doctrine in the middle. I find it just so rich.

“For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age, looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself His own special people, zealous for good works.”
Titus 2:11-14

But wilt thou know, o vain man, that faith, without works is dead James 2:20

Of course!

The grace of God, received through faith as a gift results in a new, changed life, and a new life is evidenced by good fruit - aka good works.

If there is no good fruit then there’s no evidence of that new spiritual life.

Our Lord spoke of this when He said -
“I am the true vine, and My Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in Me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit He prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.”
John 15: 1-2

Another of Paul’s letters confirms that salvation is a gift of God. It is His grace, which by definition cannot be earned, which saves us. We receive and benefit from this grace through faith. Then, as a new creation in Christ, as each of us abides in Him we will produce good fruit (John 15: 5) which results in glory to God. (John 15:8)

Paul wrote to the church in Ephesus-
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Ephesians 2:8-10

What a lovely thread @LeaningOnTheEverlastingArms

I'm reading and meditating this week on the thought that we will always have adverse circumstances but Jesus gives us peace.
"In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16

Even in darkness light dawns for the upright, for those who are gracious and compassionate and righteous. They will have no fear of bad news. Their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. Ps 112.

wow, so lovely to have this verse today!

I experienced that very “peace that passes understanding” in my morning time with the Lord, just before I started this thread.

And that verse was one of the scriptures He impressed on my heart!

“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33

You see, I’ve been going through some extremely difficult circumstances for a very long time. And I’ve been feeling the crushing pressure of what in Greek is called thlipsis - tribulation, affliction, trouble. And then suddenly, as I waited on Him early on Thursday morning I felt His peace flood over me. Nothing has changed in terms of the thlipsis. It is as hard and bitter and crushing as ever. But my perspective has changed and somehow He has lifted me into His pavilion and set me high above my enemies.

“For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion; in the secret place of His tabernacle He shall hide me; He shall set me high upon a rock. And now my head shall be lifted up above my enemies all around me; therefore I will offer sacrifices of joy in His tabernacle; I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the LORD.”
Psalm 27: 5-6

I’m so encouraged to be reminded of this lovely word from our Lord again today. He has used your post to bless me again, thank you for posting xx

That's absolutely beautiful @LeaningOnTheEverlastingArms

It's wonderful to hear that you're so deeply engaged with Scripture! 1 John is a powerful epistle that emphasizes love, truth, and the importance of walking in the light. Your focus on works, the cross, and the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation is quite a deep dive into the core of Christian theology. Studying ancient Israel provides invaluable insights into God's character, His covenants, and the unfolding of His plan for humanity.
Exploring the concept of the Sanctuary, Noah's Ark, and Heaven adds a rich dimension to your spiritual journey. These themes offer profound spiritual symbolism and can deepen our understanding of God's grace and our eternal hope.NMay your continued study of Scripture bring you ever closer to God and equip you to share His love with the world.

Yes, deep study of the word are an essential part of Christian life. I love spending time with Him. The closer we get to Him, the closer He also draws.

All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for re proof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works
2Timothy 3:16-17