Christ Meditation

But will God so “bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,” that no wandering thought will find a place in the mind, even while we remain in the body? So some have vehemently maintained; yea, have affirmed that none are perfected in love unless they are so far perfected in understanding, that all wandering thoughts are done away; unless not only every affection and temper be holy and just and good, but every individual thought which arises in the mind be wise and regular. This is a question of no small importance. For how many of those who fear God, yea, and love ...

Here are fascinating answers to a deep and wide variety of life-related questions that were asked of a spirit being known only as the Guide, and spoken by Eva Pierrakos. For many years, people have been reading the Pathwork lectures online at www.pathwork.org. Between monthly lectures, Eva also held Q&A sessions during which participants could ask questions related to the most recent lecture, personal problems, or understanding life in general. Until now, these have not been widely read. Jill Loree, Pathwork Helper and founder of Phoenesse, created this collection of her favorite Pathwork Q...

WHAT is Peace? We read much of it in the Bible, and we see something of it the varied picture of human life. It is the calm and settled happiness, which has its abiding-place deep down in the Christian's heart. It is the quiet repose of the soul which has found relief and satisfaction in Christ, and exists even amidst the trials and worries of this turbulent world. We sometimes see the mighty ocean lashed by storms, and tossed to and fro. But if we could look beneath the surface, we should find a calmness and rest ever reigning there, uninfluenced by the upper currents, and unruffled by the...

There are lone hearth-fires today, so many! And those who sit beside them, with the empty chair, cannot restrain the tears that will come. Yes, here's the Bible close by. But there's a heavy mood on that affects one's eyes so. One sits alone so much. There is some One unseen, just here, within reach. But somehow we don't realize His presence; it does not seem real. If we would quietly put a foot on the next step up, and then rise up to that foot, we can recognize His presence: it is real. Realizing is blessed, but... rare. It belongs to the mood; to the feelings. It is dependent on weather ...

Immerse yourself in the journey of Holy Week with "Time of Love!" This work invites readers to follow in Jesus's footsteps from the Friday of the culmination of Lent to the joyous Resurrection, offering daily reflections that illuminate the deep, spiritual significance of this sacred period. "Time of Love!" is a spiritual guide through the most pivotal week in the liturgical calendar. Each day unveils the scriptures of Holy Week with rich commentary and heartfelt meditations that engage both the mind and the spirit. From Lazarus Saturday, through the triumphant entry on Palm Sunday, to the ...

A 31-Day Journey to Spiritual Renewal for Men Are you ready to break free from the past, renew your mind, and step fully into your God-given identity? 31-Day Devotional: Putting Off and Putting On is a powerful guide to help you strip away old habits, embrace righteousness, and walk confidently in faith. Based on biblical principles and the Apostle Paul’s teaching on spiritual renewal, this devotional will guide you through a transformational journey of faith—one day at a time.What You’ll Discover in This Devotional: ✅ Daily Scripture Readings – Strengthen your faith with key ...

BRILLIANTS ¬ Selected from the Writings of C. H. SPURGEON *** ¬ The truest lengthening of life is to live while we live, wasting no time, but using every hour for the highest ends. *** So sweet are the comforts of the Lord, that not only the saints themselves may sing of them, but even the heavens and the earth may take up the song. It Cakes something to make a mountain sing; and yet the prophet summons quite a choir of them. Lebanon, and Sirion, and the high hills of Bashan and Moab, he would set them all singing because of Jehovah's grace to His own Zion. May we not also make mountains ...

In "Meditate on Christ," Heath Achatz explores the profound intersection of mindfulness and spirituality, with a special focus on Jesus Christ. Mindfulness, rooted in ancient contemplative traditions and supported by modern scientific research, is presented as a powerful tool for cultivating inner peace, reducing stress, and fostering spiritual connection. The book delves into the practice of mindfulness, defined as the intentional awareness of the present moment with openness, curiosity, and acceptance.

BELOVED FRIENDS AND BRETHREN, I cannot reach your hearts, I know well. It is not in me,—it needs the finger of God. But I can set before you my earnest wishes for every class among you, and I will do it, the Lord being my helper. Bear with me if I say things that sound sharp and hard. Set it down to my anxiety for your salvation;—I mean it all for your good. I write none other things but what I have gathered from the Bible, and as such I commend them to your consciences. Consider what I say, and the Lord give you understanding in all things. I grant you may be quick and clever about the...

There is an ancient book called Job which takes its name from the man whose story it tells. He lived in the land of Uz. He was a man of up-right life and godly character. He had a large family and was very prosperous. The home life of his family was particularly happy. His children feasted together daily and their father took pains with their religious life. The disinterestedness of Job's piety was questioned in the heavenly councils by Satan. God asked him, "Hast thou considered my servant Job? For there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and...

“This Day Thou Shall Be With Me In Paradise.” (Luke 23:43) Meditations on the Second Word from the Cross by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen For years, Archbishop Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christ’s Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, “For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified” (1 Cor. 2:2). During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of having given ...

In the midst of his suffering in prison, St. Paul gives us a true glimpse into his faith and hope. Despite his circumstances, he describes his life as a joyful journey, because it is under the leadership of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Incarnated Word of God. During his time in prison, St. Paul neither expresses care for being deprived of his preaching the Gospel, or for his lack of freedom to meet his Beloved. Yet, in the midst of his pain and suffering, his soul did not cease to rejoice in the victorious life of faith in Jesus Christ – in every minute of every day. He did not view faith ...

Are you looking to build a resilient ministry? Take the biblical resiliency quiz at the beginning of this book. Find your biblical type. Commit to spending five minutes a week on building your resilience. Each weeks reading covers in-context Bible passages that are important to you--like your calling, your leadership, your place in the kingdom, your work for God, and much more. It puts in context where you are in your journey with Christ. Are you a Paul? A Peter? Or maybe a Stephen? Take the quiz. Find a space in your week for this. You’ll thank God you did.

THE title of this tract is an Apostolic caution against false doctrine. It forms part of a warning which St. Paul addressed to Hebrew Christians. It is a caution just as much needed now as it was eighteen hundred years ago. Never, I think, was it so important for Christian ministers to cry aloud continually, “Be not carried about.” That old enemy of mankind, the devil, has no more subtle device for ruining souls than that of spreading false doctrine. “A murderer and a liar from the beginning,” he never ceases going to and fro in the earth, seeking whom he may devour. Outside the ...

BELOVED FRIENDS,— I wish to write a few words to you about your souls. I want those souls to be saved. And I invite you all to take the advice I give you today, and that is, to “consider your ways.” I write to you, because the time is short. The day of grace is slipping away,—the day of judgment is drawing near,—the thread of life is winding up,—a few more short years, and every soul of us will have gone to his own place,—we shall each of us be in heaven or hell! I cannot reach your hearts, I know well. It is not me,—it needs the finger of God. But I can set before you my ...

OUR Lord had been persecuted, and therefore he put forth many proofs of his power. When opposition attends the gospel it will be the more triumphant ; the warnings of the devil prognosticate the success of the word. When our Lord Jesus had done much, he was under a sacred necessity to do more; for every one who was healed busied himself in spreading abroad the fame of the beloved Physician, and others labouring under similar infirmities hastened at once to receive the like cure. The more we do for Christ the more we may do, and I think usually the more we must do. If we hold back from ...

A DEEP concern for the welfare of my fellow-mortals, and an earnest desire that they may be made partakers of the joy and glory of that salvation which comes by Christ, has induced me to present to them in this form, the following Sermon, written by John Venn, late rector of Clapham — a valued and experienced Christian; as it contains hints well calculated to produce serious reflection, to lead into humble watchfulness of spirit, and the endeavour to walk so closely with God, that whatsoever is done may be done to his glory. I am best satisfied to add, that my own observation and ...

Making Our Home With God is a collection of travel meditations that pair New Testament readings with glimpses of the New Jerusalem in such diverse places as Iona, Chartres, Samburu, and Antarctica, as well as in one’s own home. Marks invites the reader on a pilgrimage that entails taking nothing—no extra coat, shoes, or bag, only an open heart and mind—on a journey home to life in Christ, where our hearts welcome others who hunger and thirst for what we may take for granted. Those new companions, who are Christ in His many faces and forms, change our lives forever. Patricia Marks, now...

There is one thing needful for every disciple of Christ--sitting at His feet and listening to His word to us. Discover seven matchless blessings that are ours as the author examines the story of Mary and Martha: Inspiration Revelation A Place of Peace A Place of Purpose A Place of Power A Place of Prayer A Place of Provision A Place of Protection A Place of Praise

Wenn wir verstehen könnten, wie das Böse funktioniert, wäre das nicht die Lösung für viele Probleme? Während gewisse Kreise im Namen des Guten Angst und Schrecken verbreiten, kann vieles, was uns ängstigt, logisch erklärt werden. Dieses Buch nimmt sich eines Teils in uns an, der als unser Ego bekannt ist. Aber nur wenige wissen, was sich hinter dieser Bezeichnung versteckt. Darum soll hier erklärt werden, was das Ego ist, welche Aufgaben es für uns wahrnimmt und wie es auf uns wirkt.