The Message Prayerful Reading Bible

Slow Down and Connect with God  
The Bible in contemporary language is placed here alongside the ancient Christian practice of *lectio divina*, or sacred reading. You'll enter the text of Scripture more fully than ever before and come out of each prayerful reading with a fresh encounter with our loving God, ready to live in the way of Jesus. *The Message Prayerful Reading Bible* is a perfect resource for your devotional quiet time.  
  
This beautiful reading Bible introduces readers to the timeless practice of *lectio divina* and provides guided reflection. There is ample space for journaling your observations, reflections, and prayers. Here are the steps of *lectio divina* to help you slow down and meet with God: * Stop: Take a moment to stop and prepare to encounter God.
* Read: Do a first reading and make observations of the text.
* Ponder: Read the text again and meditate on its meaning.
* Pray: Begin a conversation with God about this Scripture.
* Reflect: Take note of what this time with God has brought to the surface for you.
* Live: Consider how this time with God translates into your life with God.Read less