--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Meditation is the activity of calling to…" description: "\"Meditation is the activity of calling to mind, and thinking over, and dwelling on, and applying to oneself, the various things that one knows about the..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d3/j-i-packer-1856_activity_meditation-is-the-activity-of-calling-to_1034740.jpg" --- # Meditation is the activity of calling to mind, and… ![“Meditation is the activity of calling to mind, and thinking over, and dwelling on, and applying to oneself, the various things that one knows about the works and ways and purposes and promises of God.” quote by J. I. Packer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d3/j-i-packer-1856_activity_meditation-is-the-activity-of-calling-to_1034740.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d3/j-i-packer-1856_activity_meditation-is-the-activity-of-calling-to_1034740.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d3/j-i-packer-1856_activity_meditation-is-the-activity-of-calling-to_1034740.jpg) > “Meditation is the activity of calling to mind, and thinking over, and dwelling on, and applying to oneself, the various things that one knows about the works and ways and purposes and promises of God.” [J. I. Packer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/j-i-packer/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Meditation involves recalling God's teachings, reflecting on them, and applying them personally to shape one's life. **In simple terms:** Think on God's promises and live them. Key Takeaway Use meditation to align actions with faith. Themes faith reflection spiritual growth Mood contemplative hopeful Type spiritual inspirational When to use this quote - personal prayer - Bible study - daily decision making - ethical dilemmas Key Concepts theology personal application mindfulness Questions to Reflect On - How does reflecting on divine promises affect daily choices? - What practical steps can you take after meditation? 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