daily hope
God as Refuge
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Related Scripture: Psalm 27:5 (recording quotes NIV). The linked Bible reader uses the World English Bible.
Meditation transcript
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0:00We all need a refuge, a safe place to escape the storms of life.
0:08God tells us that He is our refuge.
0:13He is our help and our relief.
0:17Whenever life becomes heavy, seek refuge in the love of Jesus.
0:24Allow that message to rest with you as you work your way through this meditation.
0:33Let's begin by loosening the shoulders and the chest.
0:41And when you feel ready, just allow the eyes to slowly close.
0:52Take a moment to consider this verse, "For in the day of trouble, He will keep me safe in His dwellings." And again, "For in the day of trouble, He
1:16will keep me safe in His dwellings." As you relax, allow God's presence of peace to wash over you.
1:51Let your breath fill your body and relax your muscles.
2:07As your breath relaxes your body, bring your attention to the heartbeat.
2:26Just 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.
3:30Allow those feelings to go.
3:38You are safe here.
3:49And if thoughts take you away, that's okay.
3:55Be easy with the thoughts.
4:00Just 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.
5:08Welcome these sensations as part of the practice.
5:32When it feels comfortable, take some nice deep breaths.
5:47Real easy, deep breaths.
6:07Now begin to slow down the inhale.
6:17Long, 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.
6:58With each breath, let your mind relax.
7:17Allow your feelings to release and become a prayer to God.
7:35Now, for a few moments, let go of the focused attention and let your awareness rest.
7:48You are loved.
8:04Take this verse with you.
8:07"For in the day of trouble, He will keep me safe in His dwellings." Slowly bring your awareness back to the body, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes
8:36to open.
8:39Take a moment to notice how your body feels.
8:45I hope you feel a little better.
8:49We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.
8:56Remember, be easy with yourself.