Abraham

And the LORD said unto Abraham, Wherefore did Sarah laugh, saying, Shall I of a surety bear a child, which am old?

 Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.

For Contemplation and Silent Prayer

1-Read receptively for the first time slowly- (pause) come to the scripture with an uncluttered and open heart and mind laying down all burdens.

2-Read for the second time slowly - (pause)
come to the scripture with a curious wonder
and receive a word or phrase which speaks to you.

3-Read for the third time slowly - (pause)
come to the scripture with thanksgiving and awe
and respond to God with spontaneous praise and prayer.

4-Read for the fourth time slowly- (pause)
come to the scripture with all your brokenness
and rest in God who holds all beingness

5-Be still........aware of the breath......aware of life