daily hope
Drawing Closer to Purpose
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Related Scripture: Proverbs 2:6 (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.
0:00When you take time to seclude yourself in meditation and prayer, you're opening your heart to God.
0:10Seeking God in solitude allows God to speak to the desires of your heart.
0:18Sometimes, He will grant those desires, but other times, He may be asking you to change what you desire.
0:29But you can trust that by drawing closer to your Creator, you're drawing closer to your purpose.
0:40Okay, let's begin by getting comfortable.
0:47Take a few nice, big, deep breaths.
0:55And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
1:05Take a moment to consider this verse: "For the Lord grants wisdom.
1:15From His mouth come knowledge and understanding." And again, "For the Lord grants wisdom.
1:34From His mouth come knowledge and understanding." When it feels comfortable, go ahead and take a few deep breaths in.
2:06Nice and easy.
2:14Let the breaths settle and become natural, and bring your attention to the space in the room.
2:28Not thinking too hard about it, just becoming aware of your body and your surroundings.
2:45Notice the air on the skin.
2:55Feel the chair beneath you.
3:04Pay attention to the position of your body.
3:09Make sure that you're comfortable.
3:22Notice the state of your mind.
3:28Does the mind feel calm?
3:32Does it feel restless?
3:35Both are okay.
3:43Just a simple, easy noticing.
3:56Just noticing the space, almost like you're an observer.
4:11Notice the gentle sound of your breath coming in and going out.
4:23Deepening the inhales and extending the exhales, letting the body rest.
4:45Just relax.
5:02Now, gently bring your awareness to the breath.
5:09Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
5:25Big, deep breath in, and then taking twice as long on the exhale.
5:43Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly, and then exhale, controlling the breath.
6:09Allow yourself to be here in this moment.
6:16This is all that matters right now.
6:22Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
6:30Release it to God.
6:41Today is a new day with new opportunities.
6:59Allow your breath to renew your spirit and connect you to your Creator, who loves you.
7:18Deep breath, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
7:34Remember, this is a place of love.
7:41Let this practice be whatever you need it to be.
7:46God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
8:04Let your awareness rest in the loving presence of God.
8:24Take this verse with you.
8:27"For the Lord grants wisdom.
8:32From His mouth come knowledge and understanding." Slowly begin to bring your awareness back to the body, maybe even move your fingers and toes a little bit.
9:04When it feels natural, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:11Take another big, deep breath in, and let it out with a sigh.
9:18Notice how you feel.
9:20I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:23We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.