daily hope
You Matter
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Related Scripture: Matthew 28:20b (recording quotes NLT). 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.
0:01There's a message that God has for you.
0:05It's God's word, and it's written in every book in the Bible.
0:09The message is: You matter, you are loved, and you are not alone.
0:18Today as you meditate, let that message from God be written on your heart.
0:25You matter.
0:27You are loved.
0:28You are not alone.
0:34Let's begin by loosening the shoulders and the chest, and when you feel ready, just allow the eyes to slowly close.
0:53Take a moment to consider this verse: "Be sure of this: I am with you always." And again: "Be sure of this: I am with you always." As you relax,
1:37allow God's presence of peace to wash over you.
1:52Let your breath fill your body and relax your muscles.
2:08As your breath relaxes your body, bring your attention to the heartbeat.
2:27Just noticing the quiet rhythm of your heartbeat.
2:40Allow that rhythm and stillness to calm your mind, to relax your body.
3:00Let go of any feelings of stress or worry.
3:16God is taking care of you.
3:31Allow those feelings to go.
3:39You are safe here.
3:50And if thoughts take you away, that's okay.
3:56Be easy with the thoughts.
4:01Just remember, you can always come back to the breath and the heartbeat.
4:19Let yourself relax and allow God to speak to your heart.
4:41Keeping your eyes closed, bring your awareness to the space around the room.
4:58Just noticing the sounds in the room and the sensations on the body.
5:09Welcome these sensations as part of the practice.
5:33When it feels comfortable, take some nice deep breaths.
5:47Real easy, deep breaths.
6:08Now begin to slow down the inhale.
6:18Long, slow, deep inhalation, and then let the breath out, and relax.
6:35Again, take another long, slow, deep breath in, filling up the body, and then let the exhale come naturally.
6:59With each breath, let your mind relax.
7:17Allow your feelings to release and become a prayer to God.
7:36Now, for a few moments, let go of the focused attention and let your awareness rest.
7:49You are loved.
8:04Take this verse with you: Be sure of this, I am with you always.
8:27Slowly bring your awareness back to the body, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open.
8:40Take a moment to notice how your body feels.
8:46I hope you feel a little better.
8:50We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.
8:57Remember, be easy with yourself.