Meditation III

The other technique I use is called "contemplative prayer." It is a different way to read scripture.

As you read a passage of the Bible, close your eyes, and try to place yourself at the scene. Imagine the terrain - desert? A Galilean wadi? The streets of Jerusalem? What do you see - what do you smell? The dates for sale in the market? Smoke from a nearby fire? Lilies?

Focus on the speaker - what message are they trying to get across? Are people listening? If it is Jesus talking, are you listening? What question would you ask?