Series 15 Psalms of Lament Lesson 6: Psalm 57

Psalm 57  Lectio Divina (lectio in groups)

Lectio:

• Read through Psalm 57.
• Read again, noting the words and phrases that speak of lament and distress.
• Read a 3^rd time, noting the words and phrases that speak of praise and thanksgiving.

 Meditatio:

• Compare the parts of the Psalm that speak of lament and those that speak of praise.  Meditate on the contrasts.
• Where do you find yourself in this mix?
• Where can you find praise and thanksgiving in the midst of trial and suffering?
• Reflect on these questions and record your reflections in your journal.

 Oratio:

• Repeat the words of the Psalm as a prayer.
• Ask God to give you a heart of thanks even in difficult times.
• Repeat the verses that allow you to pray with your whole heart.

 Contemplatio:

• Be silent in the presence of God.
• Repeat the words from the Psalm that bring comfort to you. Rest in that comfort.
• End your time with a song of thanksgiving.