Meditation
MEDITATE ON THESE THINGS
Text: 1 Timothy 3:14-16; Philippians 4:8-9
13 June 2021
DIFFERENT WORDS EMPLOYED
The word translated “meditate” is not taken from a standard word.
- Meditate on these things Philippians 4:9
a) The challenge here is to “think” (Gr. Logizomai)
b) The Context of Philippians 4:8-9
i) Paul made a list of virtues
ii) These things ought to be thought through
iii) The word used was “Meditate”
- Meditate on these things 1 Timothy 4:15
a) A totally different word was used (Gr. Melata-o)
b) The Context here is different from Philippians 4:8-9
c) This was advice given to Timothy, who was a pastor
d) The word given was to “Meditate”
e) The context in which this word was given to Timothy:
i) To cultivate pastoral gifts
ii) To fulfil pastoral duties
iii) To grow further spiritually
f) The word “meditate” here in this context
i) To think
ii) To cultivate
iii) To put into practice
MEDITATION
It is not a fixed idea. There are many nuances to consider.
- Engaging the Mind
a) It must be engaged
b) It must seek to understand the things we are encouraged to dwell on
- Cultivating the things dwelt upon
a) It is only logical to follow through
b) Thoughts become concepts
c) Concepts are to become concrete in the process of time
Let us learn to cultivate Biblical Meditation till it becomes a part of our normal life! May the Lord grant us much grace and His blessings!