So Much More: Scripture Meditation (Lectio Divina)
Jodie Niznik - Lectio Divina and Scripture Meditation Instructor
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This Advent season can be full and hurried, which is exactly why we need moments to pause and be still with God.
In this short, guided prayer, you’ll return to Psalm 62:5–8, the passage from this week’s meditation on hope. Together, we’ll breathe deeply, rest in God’s presence, and ask Him to renew our hope—trusting that the One who came once will come again.
Take a few quiet minutes to center your soul on Jesus and let His peace steady you today.
Helpful Links:
Download your FREE companion journal for Advent here.
This beautiful guide includes:
• All the Scriptures for this series
• Weekly reflection prompts
• Space to record what God is revealing to you
Additional links:
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Meditation Scripture:
Psalm 62:5–8 (NIV)
5 Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.
6 Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.
7 My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.
8 Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
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Advent invites us to slow down, quiet our hearts, and prepare for the coming of Christ.
In this guided Christian meditation, you’ll reflect on Scripture and rest in God’s peace as you anticipate the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
Be Still: Advent Meditations for Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love helps you create space in this busy season to experience the presence of Christ and the peace He brings.
Download your FREE Advent Guide here.
The first week of Advent, we focus on hope—the hope we have because Jesus came once and the hope we hold because He will come again.In Psalm 62, David reminds his own soul to rest and trust in God alone. As you meditate on these verses, you’ll be invited to do the same—to find rest, peace, and renewed hope in the God who keeps His promises.
Because this season can be hectic, I’ll release a short guided prayer each Wednesday during Advent to help you pause midweek and stay grounded in God’s peace.
If you loved the music this week, it was used by permission of the artist Simon Wester. You can find more of his excellent music on Spotify here.
Helpful Links:
Download your FREE companion journal for Advent here.
This beautiful guide includes:
• All the Scriptures for this series
• Weekly reflection prompts
• Space to record what God is revealing to you
Additional links:
You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/
Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik
Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik
Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here.
Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning.
Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com.
Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.
Meditation Scripture:
Psalm 62:5–8 (NIV)
5 Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.
6 Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.
7 My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.
8 Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
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This Christian Scripture meditation is the final episode in our 12-Step meditation journey. While the first 12 meditations followed the steps directly, this last one serves as a benediction—a blessing and prayer to carry with you as you continue your journey of transformation with God.
Paul prayed Ephesians 3:16–21 over the church in Ephesus, and today we pray them for ourselves. They remind us that we are strengthened by the Spirit, rooted and grounded in love, and carried forward by God’s power to do more than we could ever ask or imagine.
In this guided Lectio Divina meditation, you’ll be invited to:
- Trust God more deeply
- Thank Him for how He’s revealed His love to you
- Ask Him boldly for what you need
- Rest in the truth that He can do more than you could ask or think
As you listen, may you be reminded that God’s love is your foundation, His Spirit is your strength, and His power is more than enough for whatever lies ahead.
If this series has blessed you, would you take a moment to pass it on to someone else who might benefit?
Helpful Links:
Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.
This journal includes:
• All the Scriptures for this series
• Weekly reflection prompts
• Space to record what God is revealing to you
Additional links:
You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/
Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik
Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik
Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here.
Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning.
Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com.
Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.
Meditation Passage:
Ephesians 3:16–21, NLT
I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.
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This Scripture meditation on Matthew 5:14–16 uses the lectio divina model to help you pause, breathe, and listen for God’s voice.
Step 12 of the 12 Steps invites us to live out the hope and healing we’ve received and to share it with others. It says, Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others and to practice these principles in all our affairs.
When we experience the transforming grace of Jesus, the natural response is to let it overflow and share it with others. Or as Jesus said, “Freely you received, freely give.”
In this meditation, we’ll reflect on Jesus’ words from the Sermon on the Mount, where He calls His followers the light of the world. Even the smallest light can break through darkness, and God’s invitation is simply to shine the light He has already placed within you.
As you listen, you’ll be invited to:
- Reflect on what it means to be a light in the world.
- Notice how God may be calling you to share His hope and love.
- Rest in the truth that your light is enough, because it comes from Him.
Take a deep breath, quiet your heart, and let Matthew 5 guide you into God’s presence.
Helpful Links:
Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.
This journal includes:
• All the Scriptures for this series
• Weekly reflection prompts
• Space to record what God is revealing to you
Additional links:
You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/
Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik
Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik
Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal here.
Join my Monday email newsletter here, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning.
Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at lifeaudio.com.
Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies here.
Meditation Passage:
Matthew 5:14–16, NLTYou are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.
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This bonus episode was recorded with the podcast But Jesus Drank Wine and Other Stories that Keep us Stuck.
The hosts, Meade and Christy, are two “retired over-drinkers” turned Jesus-loving sobriety coaches. On the BJDW podcast, they dig into the stories and beliefs that kept them stuck in the cycle of over-drinking, including the ever-popular, “But Jesus drank wine?”
Through grace-filled conversations about faith, sobriety, and life beyond alcohol, Meade and Christy bring honesty, humor, and vulnerability to every episode. Their goal? To help women discover that freedom is possible—not just from alcohol, but from any habit, hurt, or hang-up holding them back.
You can find our more here: https://butjesusdrankwine.com/community
And you can order Christy’s book: Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind
📲 Connect on Instagram: @butjesusdrankwine
📘 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why head knowledge isn’t enough, and how Scripture meditation moves truth from your mind to your heart and hands.
- The difference between Eastern “empty your mind” meditation and biblical “fill your mind” meditation.
- The brain science behind creating new grooves for peace instead of spirals of anxiety and craving.
- How to begin (even if you’re busy or intimidated!) with just five minutes a day.
- Why slowing down is essential for real transformation, and simple ways to start.
- How to help your kids recognize God’s voice and discern His leading.
- A sneak peek at the practices Jodie will teach live inside our community this October.
The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.
Connect with Jodie:
You can find out more about me, Jodie, at http://www.jodieniznik.com/
Follow me on Instagram @jodieniznik
Follow me on Facebook @JodieGNiznik
Download your FREE companion journal for Rooted and Grounded: Scripture Meditations for Every Step of the Journey here.
This journal includes:
• All the Scriptures for this series
• Weekly reflection prompts
• Space to record what God is revealing to you
Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.