Maximize Your Investment

“How blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked,
Nor stand in the path of sinners,
Nor sit in the seat of scoffers!
But his delight is in the law of the LORD,
And in His law he meditates day and night.
He will be like a tree firmly planted by streams of water,
Which yields its fruit in its season
And its leaf does not wither.” Psalm 1:1-3

Any farmer or gardener prefers a soft, steady rain for thirsty crops or plants. Heavy downfalls may appear favorable; but much of the water is wasted, the ground unable to absorb the deluge. However, the soil and rain are synchronized when the precipitation falls at a steady rate. Meditation is akin to this analogy. Slowly, steadily and productively, the Word of God is distilled and digested. It is the process of patiently listening, hearing, and waiting upon God. However, meditation can be hindered for two significant reason:

Quiet time vs. Busy time. We are harried and hurried. Our pace is fast, even on a slow day. But meditation requires time, still time where the voices of duty and responsibility are deliberately muted.

Quality vs. Quantity. Many Christians have a reading schedule that takes them from Genesis to Revelation in a year. This is a profitable exercise, but its benefits can be negated if our hearts aren’t set on digesting meaningful portions. Reading shorter passages of Scripture can facilitate biblical meditation. And often, God will focus your attention on but one verse.

Customize your schedule to find an appropriate quiet time that allows your to maximize your investment.