21 Days of Prayer & Fasting: Lectio DivinaSample

Lectio Divina, which means “divine reading,” is an ancient Christian practice that invites us to slow down and engage deeply with God’s Word. Dating back to the 3rd century AD, this sacred tradition has been used by believers to prayerfully meditate on Scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to guide their thoughts and hearts.

In this 21-day devotional, you’ll be guided through a different passage of Scripture each day, following the rhythm of Lectio Divina: reading, reflecting, responding, and resting in the presence of God. This is about more than simply reading the Bible—it’s about creating space to encounter God actively through His living Word.

Whether you’re new to this practice or have experienced it before, we invite you to approach each day with an open heart, ready to listen, reflect, and respond to God’s voice. Through the next twenty-one days, you’ll discover the power of praying through Scripture and the transformation it brings.

Preparation: Today, you’ll be reading from Luke 5:1-11. As you enter God’s presence, take some time to breathe and center yourself around Him.

Read: The first step is to read. As you read the passage the first time, pay attention to words or phrases that stick out to you and write those down.

Reflect: This time, reflect on the passage. As you read a second time, be aware of the emotions that rise in you and what character you relate to in the story.

Respond: Now respond. As you reread the passage, pay attention to the voice of the Lord. Reflecting on the notes you took earlier, let that start a conversation with God. What is He saying, and what do you want to say back?

Rest: Finally, rest in God's presence. Mediate on the passage and the things God is speaking to you.

Pray: Take a moment to pray on your own or use this prayer as a guide:

Lord, thank you for your scriptures and how they encourage and challenge me. Father, as I read this text today, I pray that you would help me to put out into the deep. What areas of my life are you challenging me to go into deep water? Father, I thank you that you're speaking and moving. In Jesus’ name, amen.