Sit and listen with new ears

MARK 1:21-28

• Light a candle to remember Christ's presence with you.
• Sit five to fifteen minutes in silent meditation paying attention to the deep breath.
• It is the sabbath, and you have come to the synagogue.
• There is a new teacher, one you do not know.
• This voice captures you.  The teaching is authoritative like you have never heard before.
• Listen with new ears to the words that are said.
• What words are being said to you today?
• Hold on to the word or words that are said for you.
• Linger in this place.
• What new message does God have for you?
• Walk around to gain a full perspective.
• Who do you encounter in this place?
• Who is missing from this place?
• The teaching is over.  It is time to pray.
• Give thanks to God for this time to hear with new ears and for any new insights you have received.
• Share as you feel led in the reply box below.

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, January 29, 2012, the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B Deuteronomy 18:15-20Psalm 111:1-101 Corinthians 8:1-13Mark 1:21-28If you use these prayers in other groups, please give credit to author. Permission to use in not-for-profit settings The Rev. Lil Smith, M.Div., DASD