3/5/2024 0 Comments BelieveWelcome to this guided meditation, inspired by John 3: 14-21. Let us take a moment to center ourselves and open our hearts to the message within these sacred words.
John 3:14-21: 14 And just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, 15 that whoever believes in him may have eternal life. 16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. 17 “Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world but in order that the world might be saved through him. 18 Those who believe in him are not condemned, but those who do not believe are condemned already because they have not believed in the name of the only Son of God. 19 And this is the judgment, that the light has come into the world, and people loved darkness rather than light because their deeds were evil. 20 For all who do evil hate the light and do not come to the light, so that their deeds may not be exposed. 21 But those who do what is true come to the light, so that it may be clearly seen that their deeds have been done in God.”* In this passage, Jesus speaks to Nicodemus about the transformative power of belief. He says, "Just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life." The word "believe" is central to this passage. It is a call to trust in the divine presence and to embrace the light that shines in the darkness. As we reflect on the word "believe," let us consider what it means to have faith in the midst of uncertainty and doubt. What are the areas of your life where you struggle to trust in God's presence and guidance? Is it in times of adversity or suffering? Is it in moments of decision or transition? Is it in the face of injustice or conflict? Where do you struggle to believe? Take a moment to reflect on these questions in the quietude of this sacred space. Allow yourself to acknowledge any doubts or fears that may be weighing on your heart, and invite the light of God's love to shine upon them. As you breathe deeply and center yourself in the presence of God, imagine the light of Christ surrounding you and filling you with warmth and reassurance. The peace that comes from Christ is something that we can believe in. The certainty of this belief has the power to transform us. With each breath, feel the peace that comes from trusting in God's promise of eternal life. Allow yourself to let go of any doubts or uncertainties, and surrender to the truth that God's love never fails. As we conclude this meditation, may we be reminded of the power of belief to transform our lives and illuminate our path. Trusting in God's unfailing love and grace, may we walk in the light of Christ. *New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition. Copyright © 2021 National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
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