Comforted by God, a Lectio DivinaSample

Day 2: Resting Securely in God

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Devotional:

Growing up, I had debilitating migraines that caused me to frequent the nurse’s office at school and ultimately landed me in bed for 12 hours at a time. I remember my mom’s kind, nurturing presence, sitting quietly with me as I lay in a dark room. She put cool cloths on my forehead and gently stroked my hair until I was able to fall asleep. I felt perfectly safe, soothed, and cared for.

Do you remember being sick or hurt as a child? Did you have someone who comforted and cared for you in those moments? Beloved one, what if God longs to have you rest on him in the midst of all you are experiencing right now?

Grab your journal and find a comfortable place to sit, with no distractions, open to what God may have for you. I will guide you through this practice. Close your eyes, take a deep breath.

As I read this verse for the FIRST time, ask yourself, “What is this verse saying?” At any point, pause the audio if you need more time.

Deuteronomy 33:12 in the New International Version, “Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.”

As I read this verse for the SECOND time, listen for a word or phrase that shimmers - that catches your attention. Maybe you experience a tightening of your chest, knots in your stomach, tears in your eyes, or a sense of resonance or resistance. Listen for a word that causes a response or feeling.

“Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.”

As I read this verse for the THIRD time, ask God to show you- why that word or phrase? What does this word mean for your life, for what you’re experiencing?

“Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.”

Is there an invitation from God? Listen for a response from God.

As I read this verse for the FOURTH time, the invitation is to rest in God, like a child rests against his mother, trusting and knowing everything you need is there for you in God. Rest in the presence of God.

“Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.”

Now, open your eyes and slowly allow yourself a moment before you move from this experience with God. Consider journaling and talking with God about this word and what it means for you.