The prayer of Lectio Divina grew out of the practices of the early Christian mystics in the Egyptian desert in the later 3rd century and early 4th century. One of the best known was St. Anthony (251-312 CE).
Lectio Divina has the advantage of combining the intellect of the mind with the contemplative depth of the soul. For this reason, it has become quite popular recently.
However, like most prayer practices, it’s important to share your experiences with a well-trained spiritual director who can detect unhealthy attachments or distractions that arise so frequently during the search for the divine. We are seeking a deeper relationship with “Our Father,” not “My Father.” Of course, the plural “our” includes ourselves, but does not exclude the community. We need to be aware enough to avoid the pathologically egocentric interpretations embedded into our modern way of life.