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The Nearness of God – Lectio Divina – February 21, 2010

February 21, 2010 By Jean Wise

 “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart”  Romans 10:8a (NIV)
The word is near you.
How incomprehensible this is, Lord, that you love us so much you dwell within our hearts. 
Near – a simple but powerful promise. You are near me.
You plant yourself deep within my soul and never leave me. 
When all others abandon me, you stay near.
When I shake with fear – you are near to hold me
When I am sick with worry – you are near to give me peace
When I feel lost and alone – you are near as my companion.
When my heart is heavy with disappointment – you are near to carry my load
When I boil over with anger – you are near to calm me down
When I am hurt – you are near to heal.
When I am confused – you are near to guide me.
When I am weak – you are near to give me strength
When I doubt – you are near to fill me with hope.
When I am broken, you are near with your complete love
My heart overflows with gratitude, my hands cling to you in sacred intimacy, and my soul rejoices within my whole being that you – as the Word – are near.
A sacred snug – a holy hug – an ever present presence!
Thank you, O  Lord!

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  1. blankColleen says

    February 22, 2010 at 12:27 am

    Wonderful reflection to stay with me this week! God bless!

  2. blankKaren says

    February 21, 2010 at 8:39 pm

    Words that my heart and spirit needed today, Jeanie. I love, “my hands cling to you in sacred intimacy.” Luv ya.

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