daily hope
Seeds That Grow
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Related Scripture: John 15:7a (recording quotes CEV). 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.
0:00It's amazing to plant a seed and to watch it grow.
0:05When you fill your heart with the words of Jesus, you're doing the same thing.
0:10God's promises are small seeds that, when planted, will one day bloom when you least expect it.
0:21Let's go ahead and get started by gently bringing your attention to the breath.
0:30Notice the rise and the fall of the chest.
0:38And when you're ready, let your eyes close, like the sun sets.
0:49Take a moment to consider this verse: Stay joined to me, and let my teachings become part of you.
1:09And again, stay joined to me, and let my teachings become part of you.
1:31Now, consciously begin to relax your muscles.
1:44Feel the weight of gravity on your body as the chair holds you up.
2:03Begin to notice how the body feels.
2:19Just scanning the body from the head down to the toes.
2:32Consciously relaxing any areas of tightness or tension.
2:46Take a few big, deep breaths in.
2:56Notice how the breath changes the body.
3:07Just relaxing and releasing, allowing your body to totally let go.
3:25If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
3:31Thoughts are a normal part of meditation.
3:36You aren't holding onto the thoughts or the feelings, you're just allowing them to bubble up and out.
3:51You're releasing those thoughts to God.
4:06Now, for a moment or two, allow your awareness to rest deeper into God's love.
4:32Bring your attention to the feeling of the breath.
4:47Let it settle into a natural rhythm, effortless and easy.
5:08Notice how good it feels just to breathe.
5:24With each inhale, let your body fill up with new life.
5:34With each exhale, release and let your body relax.
6:01Now, gently bring your attention to your emotions.
6:16Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today.
6:35Not engaging with the emotions, just noticing them as an observer.
6:59Remember that you can leave those feelings right where they are.
7:12Just allow those thoughts to bubble up and out.
7:36Remember, today is a new day with new opportunities.
7:45God is working in your life.
8:01Take this verse with you.
8:05Stay joined to me, and let my teachings become part of you.
8:23When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to the room.
8:31Just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation.
8:37And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly open.
8:44Take a moment to notice how you feel.
8:48I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
8:51We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.