Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Meditating vs. brooding

Many people, christian and non-christian alike, are brooders. Usually the term brood has a negative connotation attached to it because often people brood in selfish ways. As they selfishly brood, people indulge in ugly and unattractive thoughts and feelings toward another person or situation. 

But brooding can be beneficial. If it is done to analyze problems, discover solutions to difficult situations, or create positive strategies, brooding can be a healthy activity. And just as healthy brooding is important in a person's life so also christian brooding is important in a christian's life. This is because christian brooding is another term for meditation, which is a vital element in a believer's relationship with God...

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