What is a Contemplative Bible Study? Pt. 4, Mediation that’s Uniquely Christian

Meditation that’s Uniquely Christian

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”  Colossians 3:16

The subject of Colossians 3:16 is “the word of Christ.”

While that seems self-evident, it’s important to note a few implications of this fact.  First, the subject is not me or you.  The subject is always Christ.

This is why Paul invites us to surrender.

We often come to the Word longing to hear from God specifically in response to a situation or issue we are facing.

While such an approach is common, it’s also idolatrous.

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