Hearing God in the Small Story: Learning to Meditate on His Word
Speaker: Guest Speaker Steve Ball
Hearing God in the Small Story
As we continue our journey through The Big Story of God—a theme introduced last week by Bill Chapman—this Sunday, we zoomed in. Guest speaker Steve Ball, Elim's Regional Leader, led us into a powerful truth: while God is telling a grand story through Scripture, He also longs to speak into our small, personal stories—right here, right now.
And how does He do that? Through His Word.
"Blessed is the one… whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night." – Psalm 1:1-2
Steve reminded us that if we’re looking for a more joyful, anchored, hope-filled life, it starts with this one practice: meditating on the Word of God.
Not just reading it.
Not just hearing it.
But meditating on it—like slowly savouring a delicious meal, letting it linger, nourish, and shape us from the inside out.
The Ancient Practice of Meditating on Scripture
Steve taught us a method of biblical meditation that is thousands of years old—a way to truly engage with the Bible so that God’s voice is no longer distant or abstract, but personal and transformative. Here's how:
1. Read it
Don’t rush. Read the passage slowly. Re-read it. Read it in different translations. Each time, allow God to highlight something fresh.
2. Speak it
Say it out loud. Change your emphasis on different words. Speak it over your life, your situation, your family. There's power in declaring Scripture.
3. Write it
Writing helps take things deeper. That might mean journaling, drawing, writing poetry, even writing a song. The goal? To respond creatively and personally to what God is saying.
4. Pray it
Turn Scripture into a prayer. Invite God to speak through what you’ve just read. Prayer and writing often go hand-in-hand in this step.
5. Live it
This is where transformation happens. As we meditate, the Word stays with us. It shapes how we think, speak, and live—day and night.
God Is Ready to Speak – Are You Ready to Listen?
Meditation is not something to endure—it’s something to enjoy. The invitation this week is simple: slow down, open your Bible, and let God speak. Whether it’s one verse or a whole chapter, He’s ready to whisper words that will shape your life.
“God has some beautiful things to say to you today—you just need to get started.” – Steve Ball
🔥 Your Challenge This Week:
Pick a short passage of Scripture. Use the five steps above. Set aside 10 minutes a day to practice biblical meditation. Write down what God shows you, and allow His Word to come alive in your everyday story.
Let’s not just read the Bible—let’s live it.
