daily hope
Start Something Good
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Related Scripture: Psalm 118:24 (recording quotes NLV). The linked Bible reader uses the World English Bible.
Meditation transcript
Transcript of the recording. Scripture translation labels describe the translation quoted in the audio.
0:00Today is an ideal day to begin something good.
0:06Every good thing has a beginning.
0:10Today could be a beginning for you.
0:14You can begin a practice of gratitude today.
0:19You can make a conscious effort to find the good in everyone and everything.
0:26If you search for good, you'll find it.
0:34Okay.
0:36Let's begin by taking a few seconds to consciously relax the body.
0:48And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:57Now take a moment to consider this verse: This is the day that the Lord has made, let us be full of joy and be glad in it.
1:20Again, this is the day that the Lord has made, let us be full of joy and be glad in it.
1:44Now, let's take some nice deep breaths, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
2:04Just noticing and observing the breath.
2:10Watching the rise and the fall of the chest.
2:24Listen to the gentle sound of your breathing.
2:36Begin to notice any feelings you may have brought with you today.
2:50Thoughts are a natural part of meditation.
2:58Just leave those feelings right where they are, and then gently come back to the feeling of the breath.
3:18Long, deep inhale, then a slow controlled exhale.
3:34Allow the breath to calm the mind and relax the body.
3:52And now, allow your awareness to fall and move inward, finding that place where you feel loved.
4:12Feel that natural peace in God's presence.
4:24Remember, when you come near to God, He will come near to you.
4:48Bring your attention to any emotions you're carrying with you.
5:04Not engaging with your feelings, just noticing them.
5:20Almost like you're observing your emotions, and then letting them go.
5:30Just like loosening your grip, you're letting go of those feelings.
6:00Let God handle whatever is out of your control.
6:16This is a place of acceptance and safety.
6:24You can always find rest in God.
6:40Now, begin to notice how your body feels.
6:52When it feels comfortable, begin to consciously relax the body.
7:10Scanning down from your head to your toes, release any areas of tension in the body.
7:30Surrender all of your stress and all of your responsibilities, and just let your mind rest.
7:55You are safe.
7:58God is looking out for you.
8:14Take this verse with you, "This is the day that the Lord has made.
8:22Let us be full of joy and be glad in it." When you feel ready, slowly bring your awareness back to the breath and allow your eyes to open.
8:50Take a few deep breaths, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
9:00Notice how you feel.
9:05I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:09We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.