Let the Word Dwell Deeply

About this episode

This episode invites listeners to let the message of Christ dwell richly in their lives through a gentle Lectio Divina practice.

In today’s episode of The Dwelling Place , we slow down with one simple but transformative invitation from Colossians 3:16: “Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly.” If your life feels wild, weary, or stretched thin, this episode guides you back into the steady, grounding presence of God’s Word. Through a gentle Lectio Divina practice, you’ll learn how to let Scripture take up residence in you — shaping your thoughts, softening your heart, and filling your days with gratitude. ✨ In This Episode A centering prayer to quiet the heart A short teaching on Colossians 3:16 A full Lectio Divina practice (three slow readings of Scripture + guided reflection) A closing blessing from Colossians 3:17 This is a space to breathe again… to listen… to dwell. Mentioned in This Episode The Dwelling Place Journal — download and follow along this season here Connect with Lexie on Instagram @lexmahaffey

People in this episode

Host: Lexie

Topics covered

• Colossians 3:16
• Lectio Divina
• Scripture
• Christian spirituality

Keywords

• grounding presence
• gratitude
• centering prayer

Mentioned in this episode

Products: The Dwelling Place Journal

Books & works: The Dwelling Place, Scripture, This Episode, This Episode The Dwelling Place Journal

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