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Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians QUOTES

Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians QUOTES

1 " Christ is the perfect embodiment of the Spirit of God. He is the Son of God, the miracle worker, the overcomer, the way maker, and our brother. As fellow children of God, our task is to learn more about His character and to become more like Him. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

2 " Meditation is the inner work of self-reflection and self-transformation through mental, physical, and emotional discipline. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

3 " Set yourself up for success by preparing a sacred space to set the tone for your practice, and it's helpful to establish some level of consistency. For some, that means taking time during their commute to meditate and journal. For others, that means sitting on the back porch early in the morning or meditating for a few minutes on the couch. Still others will have a sacred corner with an altar, including an image of Christ, a few candles, and a place to store your journal. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

4 " As children of God, we are walking portals to the Divine, and the Kingdom of Heaven is within. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

5 " When we pray, we are often expressing gratitude, acknowledging our blessings, and praying for support and insight in challenging times. When we meditate, we are listening intentionally to the exchange between the Holy Spirit and ourselves, and we often watch as our thoughts battle with the greater truth of the Spirit. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

6 " Our meditation practice, as Christians, is dedicated to three main priorities: welcoming the Holy Spirit, living a more Christlike life, and building His kingdom on Earth as it is in Heaven. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

7 " Throughout our lives, we will often face situations that can be confusing or disturbing. We will also confront tough decisions that can shake our faith. How can we know if our challenges are there to help us grow or if they are signals that we need to make critical changes in our lives? We need the discernment of the Spirit. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

8 " The greatest priority when it comes to prayer and meditation is that we open our hearts as a temple to Christ and welcome the Spirit from within. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

9 " Through us, the Spirit moves through the Earth, and an important part of the journey of individual spiritual development is learning to create a sacred place with our faith and reverence. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

10 " The goal of Meditations on Christ is to deepen our relationship with the Spirit of Jesus Christ and to greater embody His likeness. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

11 " Prayer is the method by which we set the intention in Christian meditation. We give the meditation to the Holy Spirit and welcome the Spirit's presence and guidance. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

12 " Meditation is a sacred, ancient practice that people of all world traditions practice in some form or another. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

13 " Taking just five minutes to calm the mind, relax the body, observe our thoughts, and listen to the Holy Spirit pierces the veil between the spiritual and physical worlds. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

14 " The depth of your sincerity and openheartedness are the most relevant factors in meditation for spiritual development. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

15 " Meditation and prayer work together to facilitate an active two-way relationship between ourselves and God. By adding journaling and reflective writing, we find that the Holy Spirit will use our thoughts and reflections to guide and inspire us, enriching and deepening our understanding of any challenges or difficult circumstances. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

16 " Allow the Spirit to work through you as you journal. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

17 " Meditations on Christ will help us deepen the connection to His qualities and make them our own. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

18 " Through the cultivation of the fruit of the Spirit within our hearts, we begin to experience deeper gifts, including a gift of discernment that provides personal insight and revelation. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

19 " Regardless of your exact posture, the goal is to be focused on the meditation itself, not allowing any discomfort or distractions to pull your mental attention away from your focus on listening to the Holy Spirit's voice. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians

20 " During his early ministry in Galilee, Christ taught us that we would do greater things than the miracles he performed. "

― Benjamin W. Decker , Meditations on Christ: A 5-Minute Guided Journal for Christians