One of the most accessible methods of Meditation is to choose a verse or passage from the Bible. But which verses? I have collected below some suggested Scriptures for common concerns. I recommend that you examine your life and decide where you are spiritually. Which topic appeals to you right now. Where do you need guidance? Once you have selected a verse or passage, use it during your Quiet Time for the coming week. Spend a full week on just one passage. Let it permeate your heart and reach into your mind and soul. I pray that you will find a fresh perspective on whatever concerns you.
You want to strengthen your faith: Genesis 15:1-6; Proverbs 3:5-9; Romans 5:1-11; I Corinthians 9:24-27; Hebrews 10:19-25; Hebrews 11:1--12:13.
You struggle with addiction: Psalm 18:28-36; Proverbs 23:29-35; Romans 6:1-23; Romans 12:1-2; I Corinthians 6:12-20; Philippians 3:17--4:1.
You are greedy: Psalm 62:1-2, 10; Ecclesiastes 2:1-11; Luke 12:13-21; II Corinthians 9:6-15; Ephesians 5:3-7; I John 3:16-18.
You are angry: Genesis 4:1-12; Psalm 4:4; Matthew 5:21-22; Matthew 18-21-35; Ephesians 4:25--5:2; James 1:19-21.
You are starting a new job: I Kings 2:1-4; Proverbs 10:4-5; Matthew 5:13-16; Romans 12:1--14:25; I Peter 4:7-11.
You struggle with lust: Deuteronomy 22:22-24; II Samuel 11:1-12--12:14; Matthew 5:27-30; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 13:8-14; James 1:13-18.
Things are going well: Job 31:24-28; Proverbs 15:27; Luke 12:13-21; I Timothy 6:13-19; Hebrews 13:5; James 2:1-17.
You need to forgive others: Genesis 33:1-4; Genesis 50:15-20; Matthew 6:14-15; Matthew 18:21-35; Colossians 3:12-14; James 2: 12-13.
You seek God's direction: I Kings 3:1-14; Proverbs 2:1-6; Romans 12:1-3; Ephesians 5:15-17; Colossians 1:9-14; James 1:5-8.
You have lost all hope: Isaiah 54:1-7; Lamentations 3:19-24; I Corinthians 15:20-28; I Peter 1:1-9; I Peter 5:10-11; Revelation 11:15-19.
You are prone to judge others: Matthew 7:1-5; I Corinthians 4:1-5; James 2:1-13; James 4:11-12.
You are filled with pride: Proverbs 8:12-14; Matthew 25:34-40; Mark 10:35-45; Romans 12:3; Philippians 2:1-11.
You struggle with laziness: Proverbs 6:6-11; Proverbs 10:4-5; Ephesians 5:15-16; Philippians 2:12-13; I Thessalonians 4:1-12; II Thessalonians 3:6-15.
I hope you see yourself in one of these areas of conflict. I pray that one of these suggested passages brings comfort and hope to your soul. None of us is perfect; we'll always have things that we want to change. Bring your cares to the Lord and let him bear your struggles. There is joy waiting for you ... you need only seek it.
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