Meeting God in Scripture: A Hands-On Guide to Lectio Divina by Jan Johnson (Engl

Description: Meeting God in Scripture by Jan Johnson Would you like to enter Scripture in a way that draws you deeper into the very presence of the Holy? These forty guided meditations from experienced Bible teacher Jan Johnson open us to the experience of Gods Word speaking into our lives, giving individuals and groups the tools we need to encounter Christ with lectio divina. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Dallas Willard Center Book Award FinalistJesus is speaking to us here and now.Lectio divina is a practice of Scripture reading that treats the Bible not only as a text to be examined, but also as the living Word of God spoken anew to us. Experienced Bible teacher Jan Johnson gives us forty Scripture meditations, organized topically, giving us the tools we need to practice lectio divina on our own. Each meditation can be used both individually and in group settings, and includesan introductory space of quiet along with an optional preparatory exercise;the full text of a passage from Scripture with explanations of unusual or important words, and with cultural and historical background as needed;cues to help us enter the text;space to contemplate the passage, respond to God in prayer and rest in his presence; andan exercise to "try on" one of the main ideas of the passage in our daily lives.Meeting God in Scripture moves us beyond merely understanding what the text meant in its original context to a direct spiritual encounter with Christ. Author Biography Jan Johnson is a spiritual director and a frequent speaker at retreats and conferences. Based near Los Angeles, she is the author of numerous books and Bible studies, including Invitation to the Jesus Life, Enjoying the Presence of God and When the Soul Listens. Table of Contents IntroductionWhy Meditate on Scripture?Part I: What Does God Think of Me?1. Knowing God as Love (1 Corinthians 13:4-8)2. Sought After, No Matter What (Luke 15:1-7)3. Knowing I Am Loved (Isaiah 43:1-7)4. Gods Compassion for the Rebellious (Luke 15:11-24)5. Gods Compassion for the Outwardly Compliant (Luke 15:25-32)Meditation Is Different from ApplicationPart II: Who Am I and How Do I Fit In?6. Blessed with Every Blessing (Ephesians 1:3-14)7. One in Whom Christ Dwells (Ephesians 2:13-22)The "Sanctified" Imagination8. An Identity Completely Changed (Luke 8:26-39)9. Life in the Spirit (Romans 8:1-11, 14)10. Blessed to Be a Blessing (Genesis 12:1-5; 21:1-7)Scripture Study and Meditation Work TogetherPart III: Living in the Reality of Gods Kingdom11. Relying on the Kingdom of God (Matthew 6:10, 25-34)12. Relying on the Kingdom, Illustrated (Daniel 6)Openness to the Spirit13. The Hidden Yet Powerful Kingdom of God (Matthew 13:24-32, 36-40)14. The Hidden Yet Powerful Kingdom of God, Illustrated (2 Kings 6:15-23)15. The Good and Peaceable Kingdom of God (Isaiah 11:1-9)Am I Hearing God or Making Things Up?Part IV: Being Transformed into Christs Likeness16. Abiding in Christ (John 15:1-11)17. From Gangster to Giver (Luke 19:1-10)When Your Mind Wanders18. Letting Go of the Old Self (Colossians 3:1-11)19. Embracing the New Self (Colossians 3:12-17)20. Dying to Self (John 13:1-14)A Huge Maturity GapPart V: Facing Fears, Frustrations, and Discouragement21. Finding Courage in the Storm (Mark 4:35-41)Diving Board Lectio22. Moving Through a Fearful Journey (Psalm 91)23. Seeing Jesus in Anger, Grief and Mercy (Mark 3:1-6)24. Moving from Cynicism to Hope (Psalm 27)What If Nothing Comes to Me?25. Hearing God in the Midst of Discouragement (1 Kings 19:1-18)Part VI: Healing Lifes Wounds26. Being Freed from Infirmities (Luke 13:10-17)27. Knowing that God Hears Me (Mark 5:24-34)28. Are You Willing to Be Healed? (John 5:1-9)Writing Your Prayers29. Moving from Mourning to Dancing (Psalm 30)30. Receiving Jesus Words to Caregivers (Mark 9:14-29)Part VII: Having the Heart of Christ for Others31. Loving Others in Truth and Action (James 1:19-27)32. Moving from Self-Absorption to Humility (Philippians 2:1-16)Meditation Leads to Transformation33. Loving the "Stranger" (Luke 10:25-37)34. Choosing Relationship over Judgment (Luke 6:36-38; Matthew 5:43-48)35. Stepping Out In Compassion (Luke 7:11-17)Part VIII: Partnering with God in Ministry36. Cooperating with the Power of God (Ephesians 3:14-21)37. Responding to the Passion God Puts In Our Hearts (Nehemiah 1?2)38. Relating to God in Failure (Matthew 14:22-33)39. Drinking the Cup of Suffering (Matthew 20:20-28)40. Doing Nothing on My Own (Proverbs 3:5-8)How To Meditate on Your OwnAcknowledgmentsNotes Review "Jan Johnson has a particular anointed genius for guiding people into interaction with the living God through his Word. Her winsome, accessible lectio divina exercises have been invaluable to the students at the Renovaré Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation, and its exciting to see her guides become more widely available. Meeting God in Scripture is a real gift for any of us who desire to spend more time with—and deepen our friendship with—the triune God." -- Carolyn Arends, director of education, Renovaré"Jan does something few contemporary lectio guides do: she preserves the discipline of study that was part of the ancient tradition of lectio divina by providing historical and cultural background for the chosen texts. Her selection of passages is nothing short of brilliant—theologically central, experientially deep, and comprehensively transformational. This guide can be the spark that causes the Word of God to be a fire in your bones once again." -- Howard Baker, assistant professor of Christian formation, Denver Seminary"In her writing as in person, Jan Johnson finds ordinary ways to guide us into extraordinary experiences—into the very presence of God—with an attentive ear for what God may have to say. What a personal yet practical way to bring the practice of lectio divina into daily life! The coaching Jan provides is spot-on soul guidance and will most certainly help readers greatly increase their capacity for meeting God in Scripture." -- Mindy Caliguire, founder, Soul Care"Finally, a book about engaging Scripture for personal and group transformation has arrived! Jan Johnson has done a great service for evangelicals who have lost an imagination for reading the Bible outside of study or quick inspiration. Meeting God in Scripture is a beautiful reclaiming of lectio divina for our time. Read, ponder, pray, and meditate on the beauty of Scripture as described in these pages and prepare to be changed!" -- Keith J. Matthews, professor of spiritual formation and leadership, Azusa Pacific Seminary"What a great title—and what a great book! God delights to meet with his children in Scripture, and if youre ready to try out a different approach, let Jan Johnson, an experienced and trusted Bible teacher, lead the way with this sound and practical guide. Youll have the opportunity to meditate on thematically arranged passages from various sections of the whole Bible. I really appreciated the just-enough background comments that helped illuminate key words or concepts so that I could put aside immediate questions and enter more fully into the passage. The structured framework and thoughtful questions prodded my pondering to allow Gods work in my heart. This guidebook offers nourishing soul food for those with little or much experience in Bible meditation, individually or in a group setting." -- Klaus Issler, author of Living into the Life of Jesus"What a great help! Jan is truly a thoughtful and trusted guide. I love the way this book is laid out and the overarching direction it takes us in. Carefully working through this book will change your life." -- Nathan Foster, director of community life, Renovaré, author of The Making of an Ordinary Saint"Jesus spoke of the wise disciple who brings out of his storeroom new treasures as well as old, and this book does just that. It helps the follower of Jesus practice the call of Scripture to be people who meditate frequently on Gods truth. The guidance given here is both time-tested by respected ancient writers and practice-tested in everyday life, as this book has grown out of years of fruitful Bible study leadership. There is a thoughtful grounding of the prayer and meditation exercises in the historical meaning of the text." -- James C. Wilhoit, professor of core studies, Scripture Press Professor of Christian Education, Wheaton College"Ive found encountering God in Scripture to be my favorite and most life-giving spiritual practice. In Meeting God in Scripture, Jan serves us as a seasoned guide to the classic spiritual practice of lectio divina through these forty well-crafted and inviting meditations. More than an idea book, this is an experience book. I hope youll read it and grow in your enjoyment of God in Scripture." -- Alan Fadling, president and founder, Unhurried Living, author of An Unhurried Life"Jan Johnson has written a wonderful and clear guide to lectio divina. . . . [It] will be of tremendous help to everyone desiring to know God more deeply and to become more like Jesus." -- Siang-Yang Tan, professor of psychology, Fuller Theological Seminary, author of Counseling and Psychotherapy"When we experience abandonment, we look for guideposts to bring about renewal. These Scripture meditation exercises invite us into the presence of God, who creates a safe place for us and draws us into a culture for formation and growth." -- Glandion Carney, author of The Way of Grace Long Description Experienced Bible teacher Jan Johnson has led lectio divina workshops for many years. Here she presents forty scriptural meditations, organized topically, with a view toward giving us the tools we need to practice lectio divina on our own. Each meditation can be used both individually and in group settings, and includes an introductory space of silence to help us relax and refocus, along with an optional preparatory question or exercise;the full text of a passage from Scripture with explanations of unusual or important words, and with cultural and historical background as needed;questions and cues to help us enter the text (and in narrative passages, prompts to help us vividly imagine how the action would have unfolded);space to contemplate the passage and to respond to God in prayer;space to simply rest in what God has said to us; andan exercise to "try on" one of the main ideas of the passage in our daily lives.Meeting God in Scripture moves us beyond merely understanding what the text meant in its original context to a direct spiritual encounter with Christ as he speaks to us in each passage. The method of Scripture reading modeled here offers to revitalize our understanding of Scripture permanently even long after weve finished these particular meditations." Details ISBN0830846220 Short Title MEETING GOD IN SCRIPTURE Language English ISBN-10 0830846220 ISBN-13 9780830846221 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-09-08 Subtitle A Hands-On Guide to Lectio Divina Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2016-09-08 NZ Release Date 2016-09-08 US Release Date 2016-09-08 UK Release Date 2016-09-08 Pages 256 DEWEY 248.34 Audience General Author Jan Johnson Publisher InterVarsity Press Place of Publication Illinois Imprint IVP Formatio We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:129542146;

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