Reading of the Word - Isaiah 40:1-11

This Reading of the Word video provides you with a slow, reflective reading of scripture and a quiet place of responsive silence. Take a few moments to relax and listen deeply as this passage of the bible is read to you.

This video is designed to help you practice the following lectio divina style of scripture reading:
Prepare your heart by taking a few deep breaths and turning your attention to God.
Read the passage on your own from the bible. Or, listen through the first portion of the video once to get the gist of the passage, then re-start the video to listen reflectively.
Reflect on the scripture as it is read to you slowly. Enlist your imagination as you listen. Notice what comes up in you, any “aha” moments. What brings you comfort, peace, energy? What stirs faith, hope or love? Or, what disturbs, unsettles or frustrates you? Are there any memories brought to mind?
Respond by sitting quietly and being attentive to the interior of your soul. Silence is an appropriate response. Or you may form what arises from your heart into a simple 5-7 word breath prayer that you offer up in silence from your heart with each breath in and out.
Rest in the blessing you receive.

I am Steve Pare, a spiritual director and the founder of Formation Foundation.

As a spiritual director I am a trained listener who can accompany you in your spiritual journey through one on one conversation in order to help you:

1. articulate and deepen your inner experience of God
2. explore God's presence, voice, and activity in your life
3. increase your awareness of and facilitate responsiveness to God's invitations

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