David Murray gives ten reasons to meditate and then ten methods to incorporate it into your everyday life.
A few reasons:
1. It stops sin: If we hide God’s Word in our heart it will stop sin at its roots (Ps. 119:11).
2. It starts good: Meditation on the Bible’s practical exhortations and commands reminds us of our Christian duties. What we think about is what we eventually do (Prov. 23:7).
3. It guides and refreshes prayer: Meditation on verses of Scripture opens up new topics and areas for prayer.
A few methods:
1. Limit: Set apart no more than 5-10 minutes to begin with, and start with one short verse or part of a verse.
2. Vary: Some days chose a theological verse, others a practical or devotional text.
3. Write: Write the text on a small index card, and put it in a place you will come across regularly (purse or pocket?).
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