Bibliopedia of Prayer
The Bibliopedia focuses on words and expressions related to prayer, which are interpreted, not technically defined, from a classical Christian understanding. Since Christ called Christians to pray, they should be thoroughly acquainted with it and make it an essential part of their life. The Bibliopedia is unique in that it offers an interactive feature that lets you add yor insight to the terms and expressions already listed, as well as allowing you to add new words relating to this project. We hope you will enjoy the Bibliopedia.
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Manifestation
Manifestation has both a positive and negative meaning. Positively, a manifestation describes an outward demonstration of the Holy Spirit to show forth God's glory. During times of prayer, God has manifested His presence, power, and glory in ways that strengthen Christians and meet their needs. The apostle Paul also employed the term to describe the Holy Spirit's charismatic endowment upon an individual to visibly demonstrate supernatural power to the church. Negatively, a manifestation can arise from demonic activity. Such manifestations are deceptive, harmful, and seek to turn men from God.
Meditation/Meditative Prayer
Meditation is a reflective aspect of worship when Christians quietly listen for God's voice, contemplate His Word, character, nature, or deeds, and embrace His presence.
Ministering to the Lord
The act of ministering to the Lord involves worshiping Him in praise, adoration, and thanksgiving (which includes song and music.) The objective is to focus on worshiping God rather than entreating God. Biblical examples include the occasion when King Jehoshaphat placed the Levites in front of Israel's army to praise God as the army marched to war (2 Chronicles 20). In the New Testament the early church united in ministering to the Lord and the Holy Spirit made known His purpose for Paul and Barnabas to launch out in apostolic ministry (Acts 13:2).