daily hope
Sunlight on the Hidden
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Related Scripture: 1 John 4:18a (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.
0:00Sometimes it feels like we have to hide the dark parts of who we are from other people.
0:08These parts are only dark because they're hidden.
0:13Maybe we're embarrassed of our actions or thoughts, or maybe we aren't too sure why we feel the need to hide these things.
0:21Hiding parts of ourselves only holds us back.
0:27Sunlight is the best disinfectant.
0:31It can only help.
0:34As you meditate today, remember that God sees you fully and He loves you eternally, exactly as you are.
0:44Lay yourself out in God's light and rest in His love.
0:52Let's go ahead and get started by gently bringing your attention to the breath.
1:01Notice the rise and the fall of the chest.
1:09And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:20Take a moment to consider this verse: Where God's love is, there is no fear, because God's perfect love takes away fear.
1:44And again, where God's love is, there is no fear, because God's perfect love takes away fear.
2:11When it feels comfortable, go ahead and take a few deep breaths in.
2:22Nice and easy.
2:30Let the breaths settle and become natural, and bring your attention to the space in the room.
2:44Not thinking too hard about it, just becoming aware of your body and your surroundings.
3:03Notice the air on the skin.
3:11Feel the chair beneath you.
3:20Pay attention to the position of your body.
3:25Make sure that you're comfortable.
3:38Notice the state of your mind.
3:44Does the mind feel calm?
3:47Does it feel restless?
3:51Both are okay.
3:59Just a simple, easy noticing.
4:12Just noticing the space, almost like you're an observer.
4:27Notice the gentle sound of your breath coming in and going out.
4:40Deepening the inhales and extending the exhales, letting the body rest.
5:01Just relax.
5:18Keeping your eyes closed, bring your awareness to the space around the room.
5:38Just noticing the sounds in the room, and the sensations on the body.
5:53Welcome these sensations as part of the practice.
6:16When it feels comfortable, take some nice deep breaths.
6:32Real easy, deep breaths.
6:50Now begin to slow down the inhale.
6:59Long, slow, deep inhalation, and then let the breath out, and relax.
7:12Again, take another long, slow, deep breath in, filling up the body, and then let the exhale come naturally.
7:34With each breath, let your mind relax.
7:50Allow your feelings to release and become a prayer to God.
8:11Now, for a few moments, let go of the focused attention and let your awareness rest.
8:24You are loved.
8:40Take this verse with you: Where God's love is, there is no fear, because God's perfect love takes away fear.
9:08When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to the room, just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation.
9:22And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:29Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:33I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:36We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.