Lectio Divina Group Reflection

I came to the course with my objective to discern my path forward, whether to pursue as Spiritual Director. I struggled before the course for decision and I hoped that I could find my answer after finishing the course. I also hoped that the Lectio Divina Group could facilitate a very rich and deeply personal sharing of souls. I was assigned to lead the first session of the Lectio Divina Group. I understood that the hearing of God’s voice through the Scripture required an open, reflective, listening position alert to the voice of God. Also, I understood I had limitations in focusing on God himself. I wrestled in the past in a few similar sessions responding to God’s Word with my rational and cognitive skills only. However, I desperately wanted to respond with my heart and spirit. The night before the first session I prayed earnestly that God would speak to each of us in the group, especially to me. Moreover, I prayed that my head and my heart would become together when hearing God’s word. I knew I have to be well prepared for the benefit of the group. That night I read the passage several times before the group session to ensure everyone could hear clearly and got the best out from it and I hoped this would result in each of the group members to improve relationship with God. In the first session on Isaiah 43:1-7, I heard the phrase “I will be with you.” I reflected that God did so many things for me in the past and with me in times of difficulties. During this time when I was thinking about the decision to …show more content…
It is a rare opportunity to know a new group of sisters in a few days and see the dynamic impacts on them when God speaks into their life. It is a joyful experience for me to see how God works in each of our life. I am encouraged to pursue the path that God has shown to