daily hope
Gratitude as Awareness
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Related Scripture: Psalm 103:5a (recording quotes NLT). 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 the only thing that really separates a memorable moment from a forgettable moment is awareness.
0:10It's so easy to let the days just slip away from us.
0:15Being mindful in our lives brings gratitude and joy into our day.
0:22Gratitude is a practice that allows us to appreciate what we normally would have missed.
0:29Gratitude praises God by recognizing everything He's given to us.
0:37Allow that message to rest with you as you work your way through this meditation.
0:45Let's go ahead and get started by gently bringing your attention to the breath.
0:54Notice the rise and the fall of the chest.
1:02And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:13Take a moment to consider this verse: He fills my life with good things.
1:30And again, He fills my life with good things.
1:50Now, consciously begin to relax your muscles.
2:03Feel the weight of gravity on your body as the chair holds you up.
2:22Begin to notice how the body feels.
2:37Just scanning the body from the head down to the toes.
2:51Consciously relaxing any areas of tightness or tension.
3:05Take a few big, deep breaths in.
3:15Notice how the breath changes the body.
3:26Just relaxing and releasing, allowing your body to totally let go.
3:44If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
3:50Thoughts are a normal part of meditation.
3:55You aren't holding on to the thoughts or the feelings, you're just allowing them to bubble up and out.
4:09You're releasing those thoughts to God.
4:25Now, for a moment or two, allow your awareness to rest deeper into God's love.
4:51Bring your attention to the feeling of the breath.
5:06Let it settle into a natural rhythm, effortless and easy.
5:27Notice how good it feels just to breathe.
5:42With each inhale, let your body fill up with new life.
5:53With each exhale, release and let your body relax.
6:20Now, gently bring your attention to your emotions.
6:34Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today.
6:54Not engaging with the emotions; just noticing them as an observer.
7:17Remember that you can leave those feelings right where they are.
7:31Just allow those thoughts to bubble up and out.
7:54Remember, today is a new day with new opportunities.
8:03God is working in your life.
8:20Take this verse with you: He fills my life with good things.
8:39When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to the room.
8:47Just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation.
8:53And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:00Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:03I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:07We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.