Meditate

History is teaming with ways the word "meditate" has been used to describe the actions of people at various times in their lives. However, one of the general characteristics of this action is to pause from activities that fill our day with distractions. Once you have some extra time, what will you do with our thoughts? Unless you are asleep or distracted by TV, phones, or chores, your mind will continue to churn. You may think about what you did earlier in the day or what you have left to do, but you will think about something. When you have this time, a good choice is to read or listen God's word and think about what you have gathered. When we openly think about God's Word and talk to Him about the promises or divine counsel means, especially to you, this is the time the indwelling Holy Spirit will help the Christian become more aware of who God is and how He wants to or may already be strengthening you for the day or days ahead. The Bible is as insightful today as when it was first given to humankind. Let it be your guide in your own loving relationship with Him and others, because "The words of the Lord are pure words, like silver refined in a furnace on the ground, purified seven times." - Psalms 12:6 (ESV)