Some Christians are concerned about the use of visualization and the imagination in meditation. I have quite a few meditations where I use this technique. The great thing about visualization in guided meditations is that it can bypass the consciousness mind that acts as a filter. Sometimes our conscious mind has a hard time embracing new information. If it can’t put its finger around it, then it will reject it. Its job (the mind) is to protect us and keep the status quo. Unfortunately, the status quo isn’t always what’s in our best interest. This is one reason that affirmations may not work. It’s just as important to cancel out and deny our limiting beliefs or fears as it is to claim good and positive outcomes. As Jesus said, we can’t put new wine into old wine skins as both will be ruined.
Imagery As a Form of Language
Imagery can also be used for describing pain. It makes it more tangible and easier to release. Actually seeing pain leaving your body is very powerful. Healing lights from God or the Holy Spirit can bring warmth, comfort, and well-being. As long as our meditations invoke God or the Holy Spirit, I see no problem with using imagery. God gave us our imagination and told us to visualize, and we can do it for his glory. God said He will do exceedingly abundantly what we can “imagine” or think, so why not put it to good use to get our desires met from the Lord.
The Steps:
- Visualize Receiving – The scriptures tell us to, “speak those things that are not as though they were.” Again Jesus said, believe that you have received it and you shall have it. Before anything can manifest on earth, it must first be manifested in heaven – the spiritual realm. Therefore, you must see and imagine that your desire has arrived or already taken place. Begin to act as if it is already done by visualizing how you would feel or creating a mental picture of your desired results. Visualize and feel your desires at least once per day.
- Waiting on the Promise – Another component of receiving is waiting on the promise. Jesus said we walk by faith and not by sight. The scriptures tell us that through faith and patience we will inherit what God has promised. Give God the time and opportunity to bring your desires to fruition. Don’t dig up your seed before it has time to grow. Don’t let others or discouragement steal your seed as well. Affirm often, “Whatsoever good thing I touch shall prosper.”
- Weed out Negativity – Focus on what it is you want, and not what you don’t have. Let those thoughts become larger. If you plant seeds that are your thoughts of fear then you will receive more fear. Whatever you dwell or focus on will expand. Weed out negative thoughts or debilitating mind sets through daily meditation and use of relevant scriptures. Keep the vision alive by spending a few moments each day meditating on your desired outcomes, goals, or vision. See, taste, and feel your vision as if it were already here. Then release it to God.
- Contentment – Learn to live in the moment- enjoying and appreciating the blessings in your life today while you prepare to receive more in the future. For godliness with contentment is great gain. Never let the accumulation of things or new circumstances out shadow your love and commitment to Christ. For it is God who gives you all things richly to enjoy. The Bible warns us not to worship the creation, but instead to worship the creator. Every good and perfect gift comes from the father and there is no regret associated with it.
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Thanks for this. It has really validated my visual during meditation. I enjoy visualizing myself before the thrown of God during my time with Him. It truly is peaceful and exciting.