Lectio Divina Book Funnel
This PDF is a concise devotional guide authored by Dr. Tabatha Barber that introduces readers to the practice of Lectio Divina—a contemplative method of reading Scripture. The guide opens with an enthusiastic invitation to slow down and listen to God, followed by a structured daily routine: a Prayer of Preparation asking for stillness and openness, an Ingest step presenting a daily Scripture (Jeremiah 29:11 in the first example), a Digest phase encouraging curiosity, noting standout words, and writing personal reflections, and a Grow step offering a gratitude prayer that ties spiritual nourishment to physical well‑being. A second Ingest example provides another Scripture (Isaiah 58:11) to be used in subsequent days. The document emphasizes repeated, mindful engagement throughout the day and is signed by Dr. Tabatha.
Topics
Enthusiastic Invitation to Slow Spiritual Practice
Opening remarks that welcome the reader to pause, listen deeply, and allow God to shape future decisions through Lectio Divina.
Prayer of Preparation for Stillness and Openness
A specific opening prayer asking God for stillness, attentive ears, and an open heart and mind to receive divine communication.
Daily Scripture Ingestion: Jeremiah 29:11
First example of the 'Ingest' step, presenting Jeremiah 29:11 as the daily verse to meditate on.
Digest Phase: Curiosity, Noticing, and Journaling
Guidance for rereading the verse, noting standout words or phrases, asking God what He is saying, and recording personal reflections.
Grow Phase: Gratitude Prayer Linking Spiritual and Physical Nourishment
A concluding prayer thanking God for feeding the soul and affirming that divine love and forgiveness sustain both spiritual and bodily health.
Second Scripture Ingestion: Isaiah 58:11
A follow‑up 'Ingest' example offering Isaiah 58:11 to be used in subsequent daily practice.