daily hope
Close to the Source
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Related Scripture: Genesis 1:3 (recording quotes NIV). 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.
0:00If you're seeking warmth, then get close to the fire.
0:07If you're seeking a new life, you must get close to the source of life.
0:15As you meditate today, allow God's presence to fill you with new life.
0:25Go ahead and get comfortable in your position, really allowing the body to relax.
0:37And when you feel ready, let your eyes slowly close.
0:48Now, take a moment to consider this verse.
0:54God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.
1:08And again, God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.
1:33Now, bring your attention to the position of the body.
1:41Make sure you can breathe in an open and natural way.
1:54Allow the chest to open and take a few nice, deep breaths.
2:06Let the breath fill the body up with life.
2:20With each breath, you're bringing your awareness into this moment.
2:34Relax and allow God to speak to you in the way that He wants.
2:50Let your thoughts go, and allow your awareness to rest in this moment.
3:10If your thoughts wander off, that's okay.
3:17It's natural for the thoughts to drift.
3:30As best you can, leave those thoughts right where they are, and come back to that feeling of your body.
3:50Our feelings and emotions can distract us from the natural calm of God's love.
4:03There isn't anything to discover.
4:07It's always been there.
4:16This is a safe place.
4:20God loves you.
4:34Gradually, and with ease, bring your awareness to rest on your breath.
4:50Feel the body rise with each inhale, and then allow your awareness to rest in a little more with each exhale.
5:22Notice how with each breath, the body feels a little calmer.
5:41Begin to notice the space around the body.
5:55Feel the contact of the body on the chair, and your feet on the floor.
6:11When you feel comfortable, begin to scan the entire body to build up a picture of what the body feels like.
6:26Piece by piece, release any areas of tension.
6:37Let go of your stress.
6:42Let go of your anxiety.
6:48You are exactly where you're meant to be.
7:01Allow that natural rhythm of the breath to relax you.
7:22Let your breath guide you to a place of safety in the presence of God.
7:43You are accepted here.
7:47You are loved.
8:02Take this verse with you.
8:07God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.
8:28Gently bring your awareness back to the feeling of the body.
8:34Notice the weight of the body on the chair, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open and take a nice deep breath.
8:48Notice how your breath changes the way you feel.
8:53I hope you feel a little more in touch with God.
8:59We'll see you again next time, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.