daily hope
Time With Jesus
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Related Scripture: Psalm 16:11a (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.
0:00God gave us Jesus as the ultimate example of what a life well-lived looks like.
0:09We even have bracelets that remind us to ask ourselves, "What would Jesus do?" But the simple truth is, we can't imitate our way into living like Jesus.
0:23The only way to live like Jesus is to spend time with Him, to become more like Him.
0:32When you get to know His heart, you begin to see the world as He does.
0:41Okay.
0:43Let's get started by allowing the body to relax.
0:52And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:02Now take a moment to consider this verse: "You have made known to me the path of life." And again: "You have made known to me the path of life."
1:43When it feels natural, begin to consciously relax the body.
1:56Release the tension in your hands.
2:06Let the shoulders relax, and fall away from the ears.
2:18Allow the neck to relax and let go.
2:32Take a big, deep breath in.
2:39Release your stress.
2:43Let go of your frustrations.
2:53If your mind is full of thoughts, it's okay.
3:06When it feels natural, just come back to the feeling of the breath.
3:19We aren't holding onto the thoughts, we're just noticing them and letting them go.
3:37Bring your awareness to the way your body feels.
3:47Notice how your breath relaxes the body.
3:57Allow that natural rhythm of your breath to calm your body.
4:06Not trying to change anything, just accepting the body the way it is.
4:24Allow yourself to relax in the loving presence of God.
4:49Now bring your attention to the position of the body.
4:57Make sure you can breathe in an open and natural way.
5:19Allow the chest to open and take a few nice, deep breaths.
5:34Let the breath fill the body up with life.
5:50With each breath, you're bringing your awareness into this moment.
6:10Relax and allow God to speak to you in the way that He wants.
6:31Let your thoughts go and allow your awareness to rest in this moment.
6:47If your thoughts wander off, that's okay.
6:53It's natural for the thoughts to drift.
7:05As best you can, leave those thoughts right where they are and come back to that feeling of your body.
7:25Our feelings and emotions can distract us from the natural calm of God's love.
7:37There isn't anything to discover.
7:42It's always been there.
7:52This is a safe place.
7:55God loves you.
8:13Take this verse with you: "You have made known to me the path of life." Softly begin to bring your awareness back to the body, back to that feeling of
8:47weight in the body.
8:50And when you're ready, slowly open your eyes and take a big, deep breath in.
8:59Take a moment to check in and notice how you feel.
9:05I hope you feel a little more present.
9:09We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.
9:14Take care.