Plug for an excellent book: Meditation, by Jim Downing (NavPress)

Meditation

by Jim Downing

I wanted to take the time to advocate a solid book, especially since I found it so encouraging to my own walk, and since it became an inspirational part of the embedded life of discipleship (as warriorship) as I conceived it over the years.

Here is the NavPress description: (http://www.navpress.com/product/9781615217250/Meditation-Jim-Downing)

Description: In John 15, Jesus commanded His disciples to abide in Him and share His very life. He promised that if they did, they would be fruitful.

Scripture suggests three ways in which modern-day disciples can share in the life of Jesus: through the mind in meditation, through the affections in communion, and through the will in choosing and obeying.

In this classic Navigator message refreshed for a new generation, author Jim Downing explores each method, giving practical instruction and encouragement to readers who want to experience a more abiding relationship with God.  

ISBN-13: 9781615217250
Trim Size: 4 1/4 x 7
Cover: Paperback
112 Pages

From the Back Cover:

To many Christians, the word meditation conjures up images of Eastern mysticism and New Age nonsense. But meditation on the right topic—God’s Word—is one of the ways we get to know Him best.

In John 15, Jesus commanded His disciples to abide in Him and share His very life. He promised that if they did, they would be fruitful. The Word of God suggests three ways in which modern-day disciples can share in the life of Jesus: through the mind in meditation, through the affections in communion, and through the will in choosing and obeying.

Jim Downing explores each of these, giving practical instruction and encouragement to all who wish to have a more abiding relationship with the Lord.

 Author information (from CBD's page):  (http://www.christianbook.com/meditation-james-downing/9781615217250/pd/217250)

Jim Downing was recruited by Dawson Trotman to join The Navigators in 1956 and served in many roles until his retirement from full-time ministry in 1983. He remains on volunteer staff with The Navigators' Collegiate Ministry. As a speaker, Jim is gifted in grasping biblical truths and communicating their applications to everyday life. He has traveled extensively in his responsibilities, visiting and ministering to people on every continent of the world. Jim lost his beloved wife of sixty-eight years, Morena, in February 2010 and continues to live in Colorado Springs. 

Some more biographic info: (source: http://www.discipleshiplibrary.com/jim_downing.php)

After a 24-year Navy career, Jim Downing has served on staff with The Navigators for 27 years in many capacities, including Deputy President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. Morena Downing, Jim's wife of 68 years, went home to be with the Lord in February, 2010. Jim maintains a heavy speaking schedule as he ministers throughout The Navigator ministries. From Jim you will learn how to abide in the Word of God, apply it to your own life, and move on to maturity as a laborer for Jesus Christ.   

And here are some Book Reviews:

 From Christian Book Distributors: ==============================

Great resource to learn to meditate on God's Word
December 2, 2012

William Landes
Location:Waynesboro, VA
Age:Over 65;  Gender: male
 
Quality: 5 out of 5
Value: 5 out of 5
Meets Expectations: 5 out of 5

Scriptures give a high priority to meditating on God's Word as a means to a fruitful life [see Psalm 1:2 & Joshua 1:8]. Jim Downing provides many tips as to how to make meditation an integral part of your life, beginning with his LWHW [Last Word is His Word] principle. It's a relatively short book -- just over 100 pages -- but packed with a thorough and thoughtful study of the subject. I highly recommend it -- have given many copies away.

From Amazon: ==========================================

Great Book!
February 24, 2006
Five out of Five Stars

By L. Lewis

It was exactly what I was searching for, a way to meditate on scripture. It gives good points on how to do that plus very helpful things to help you spiritually each day.


Found the answer!!
May 29, 2007
Five out of Five Stars

By Kathleen A. Schwab

Being interested in the subject, Meditation on the Bible, I purchased the book with some high hopes ~ and was not disappointed ! I found an answer to a question I had had for YEARS ~ in the first 10 pages !! No one can guarantee that this book will give you the answers, but as the Bible says, "Seek and you will find" ~ and I recommend that THIS book is a great place to begin to "seek".