daily hope
Peace Starts Within
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Related Scripture: Isaiah 43:1c (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.
0:01To find peace in the world, you must first find peace in yourself.
0:07Learning to love yourself starts by accepting that you're loved by God.
0:13Not if you lost a little weight, or were a little smarter, but just as you are, right now, in this very moment.
0:23When you can keep God's perspective in mind, it becomes easier to see God in others and to find peace in the world exactly as it is.
0:38Let's begin by allowing the body to become heavy.
0:47And as you begin to relax, allow your eyes to close.
0:58Now, take a moment to consider this verse: Don't be afraid.
1:06I saved you.
1:09I named you.
1:11You are mine.
1:20And again, don't be afraid.
1:25I saved you.
1:28I named you.
1:31You are mine.
1:47Now, gently bring your awareness to the breath.
1:55Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
2:05Big, deep breath in, and then taking twice as long on the exhale.
2:19Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
2:28And then exhale, controlling the breath.
2:37Allow yourself to be here in this moment.
2:46This is all that matters right now.
2:54Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
3:02Release it to God.
3:13Today is a new day, with new opportunities.
3:27Allow your breath to renew your spirit and connect you to your creator, who loves you.
3:45Deep breath, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
4:01Remember, this is a place of love.
4:08Let this practice be whatever you need it to be.
4:13God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
4:26Let your awareness rest in the loving presence of God.
4:50With a gentle curiosity, begin to notice the breath.
5:08Make the breath deep and full of life.
5:14Allow that fresh air to fill up the lungs, and then relax the body as you exhale.
5:43Let your body become heavy as your mind continues to relax.
5:52You are exactly where you need to be.
6:13And now, come to the heartbeat.
6:19Maybe even listen for its rhythm.
6:35Just relaxing and releasing.
6:49If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
6:56When it's easy, bring your awareness back to the heartbeat.
7:16Just listen to your heartbeat and the gentle sound of your breath.
7:35Let your breath act as an anchor to this moment and this practice.
7:54With each breath, allow yourself to rest further into the calm of God's love.
8:17Take this verse with you, "Don't be afraid.
8:24I saved you.
8:27I named you.
8:30You are mine." When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to the room.
8:51Just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation.
8:58And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:04Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:08I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:11We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.