daily hope
The Beauty of Humility
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Related Scripture: Philippians 4:13 (recording quotes NKJV). 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.
0:01Humility is one of the most beautiful virtues.
0:06It's the internal recognition that you're no better and no worse than anyone on Earth.
0:15It's knowing that we're all the same, and that we're all brothers and sisters with the same Father.
0:26Humility allows us to see that whatever we accomplish is only made possible through God's blessings.
0:36Humility is beauty to God.
0:41Today, let us pray that God keeps us humble and keeps our heart pure.
0:51Okay.
0:53Let's begin by taking a few seconds to consciously relax the body.
1:05And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
1:14Now, take a moment to consider this verse: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." And again, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
1:57Bring your attention to the feeling of the breath.
2:07Let it settle into a natural rhythm, effortless and easy.
2:25Notice how good it feels just to breathe.
2:42With each inhale, let your body fill up with new life.
2:52With each exhale, release and let your body relax.
3:10Feel your feet on the floor and the weight of your body in the chair.
3:27Now, gently bring your attention to your emotions.
3:38Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today.
3:52Not engaging with the emotions, just noticing them as an observer.
4:09Remember that you can leave those feelings right where they are.
4:21Just allow those thoughts to bubble up and out.
4:37Remember, today is a new day with new opportunities.
4:46God is working in your life.
5:01With an easy awareness, bring your attention to the space in the room.
5:20Just noticing the space with an easy curiosity.
5:32Notice your place in the room.
5:49Feel the air on your skin.
6:02Listen to the sounds in the room.
6:08Maybe it's quiet in the room, maybe it's not.
6:14Both are okay.
6:24You're just listening, and welcoming the sounds as part of the exercise.
6:37Not wishing to change the sounds, just accepting the sounds as they are.
7:06When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness to the breath.
7:23Allow your breath to be a reminder to stay in this present moment.
7:40If your mind begins to wander, you can always come back to the feeling of the breath.
8:02Relax, and let your body honor the natural calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
8:27Take this verse with you: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Allow your awareness to slowly come back to your body, and when it feels natural,
9:00begin to open your eyes.
9:04Sit back in your chair.
9:07Maybe you want to stretch a little bit.
9:10Do whatever feels good.
9:13Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:19I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:22We'll see you again tomorrow, for another day of hope.