daily hope
Made to Move Forward
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Related Scripture: John 4:14 (recording quotes ERV). 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.
0:01Like a fish swimming upstream, we instinctively seek life and purpose.
0:09We weren't made to simply exist and float downriver.
0:13God designed us to move forward.
0:16Our souls long for new life.
0:19We don't want to simply exist.
0:22We were made to live and to love.
0:26Let the words of God wash over your heart and mind to revive your soul.
0:33Let your life be new again, and let it set you free.
0:41Okay.
0:42Let's go ahead and get started by taking a moment to notice your breath.
0:52Just the rise and the fall of the chest.
1:01And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:12Now, take a moment to consider this verse.
1:18"Anyone who drinks the water I give will never be thirsty again.
1:25The water I give people will be like a spring flowing inside them.
1:31It will bring them eternal life." And again, "Anyone who drinks the water I give will never be thirsty again.
1:52The water I give people will be like a spring flowing inside them.
1:59It will bring them eternal life." When it feels comfortable, go ahead and take a few deep breaths in.
2:27Nice and easy.
2:35Let the breath settle and become natural, and bring your attention to the space in the room.
2:49Not thinking too hard about it, just becoming aware of your body and your surroundings.
3:07Notice the air on the skin.
3:16Feel the chair beneath you.
3:25Pay attention to the position of your body.
3:30Make sure that you're comfortable.
3:43Notice the state of your mind.
3:49Does the mind feel calm?
3:53Does it feel restless?
3:56Both are okay.
4:04Just a simple, easy noticing.
4:17Just noticing the space, almost like you're an observer.
4:32Notice the gentle sound of your breath coming in and going out.
4:45Deepening the inhales and extending the exhales, letting the body rest.
5:06Just relax.
5:23Keeping your eyes closed, bring your awareness to the space around the room.
5:43Just noticing the sounds in the room, and the sensations on the body.
5:58Welcome these sensations as part of the practice.
6:21When it feels comfortable, take some nice deep breaths.
6:37Real easy, deep breaths.
6:55Now begin to slow down the inhale.
7:04Long, slow, deep inhalation, and then let the breath out, and relax.
7:17Again, take another long, slow, deep breath in, filling up the body, and then let the exhale come naturally.
7:39With each breath, let your mind relax.
7:55Allow your feelings to release and become a prayer to God.
8:16Now, for a few moments, let go of the focused attention and let your awareness rest.
8:29You are loved.
8:45Take this verse with you, "Anyone who drinks the water I give will never be thirsty again.
8:56The water I give people will be like a spring flowing inside them.
9:03It will bring them eternal life." When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to the room, just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation, and when you're ready, allow
9:34your eyes to slowly open.
9:37Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:41I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:44We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.