daily hope
Embracing Your Life
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Related Scripture: John 16:33b (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.
0:00Meditation is not about moving away from your life to some other reality.
0:06It's about accepting your life as it is, and embracing your life fully.
0:14It's about accepting both the good and the bad and coming to peace with it.
0:22Okay, let's go ahead and get started by getting comfortable in your chair.
0:30And when you're ready, take a few nice, deep breaths, and allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:46Now, take a moment to consider this verse: "In this world, you will have troubles.
0:56But be brave, I have defeated the world." And again, "In this world, you will have troubles.
1:14But be brave, I have defeated the world." Bring your attention to any emotions you're carrying with you.
1:48Not engaging with your feelings, just noticing them.
2:03Almost like you're observing your emotions, and then letting them go.
2:15Just like loosening your grip, you're letting go of those feelings.
2:34Let God handle whatever is out of your control.
2:47This is a place of acceptance and safety.
2:55You can always find rest in God.
3:06Now, begin to notice how your body feels.
3:16When it feels comfortable, begin to consciously relax the body.
3:30Scanning down, from your head to your toes, release any areas of tension in the body.
3:50Surrender all of your stress and all of your responsibilities, and just let your mind rest.
4:15You are safe.
4:18God is looking out for you.
4:37Now, gently bring your awareness to the breath.
4:45Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
4:59Big, deep breath in, and then taking twice as long on the exhale.
5:19Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly, and then exhale, controlling the breath.
5:47Allow yourself to be here in this moment.
5:58This is all that matters right now.
6:06Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
6:14Release it to God.
6:28Today is a new day, with new opportunities.
6:37Allow your breath to renew your spirit and connect you to your creator, who loves you.
6:55Deep breath, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
7:15Remember, this is a place of love.
7:21Let this practice be whatever you need it to be.
7:27God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
7:45Let your awareness rest in the loving presence of God.
8:04Take this verse with you: "In this world, you will have troubles.
8:12But be brave.
8:15I have defeated the world." Gently bring your awareness back to the body, and when you feel ready, slowly open your eyes and take a nice deep breath.
8:46Sit back and relax for a moment.
8:50How do you feel?
8:53I hope you feel a little better.
8:57We'll see you next time with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.