daily hope
The Future Is Unwritten
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Related Scripture: Philippians 1:6a (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.
0:00The thing that's great about youth is that the future is unwritten and unlimited.
0:08Anything is possible.
0:12But as you get older, you accept the false reality that your best days are behind you, and not before you.
0:22But God says this is not true.
0:26God tells us that the Kingdom of Heaven is accessible in the here and now.
0:33As you meditate today, rest in that promise of peace.
0:42Okay, let's begin by getting comfortable.
0:49Taking a few nice, big, deep breaths.
0:57And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
1:07Now, take a moment to consider this verse: "And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished."
1:32And again: "And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished." With a gentle curiosity, begin to
2:05notice the breath.
2:12Natural breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth.
2:26Make the breath deep and full of life.
2:35Allow that fresh air to fill up the lungs, and then relax the body as you exhale.
3:00Let your body become heavy as your mind continues to relax.
3:08You are exactly where you need to be.
3:24And now, come to the heartbeat.
3:30Maybe even listen for its rhythm.
3:40Just relaxing and releasing.
3:50If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
3:57When it's easy, bring your awareness back to the heartbeat.
4:12Just listen to your heartbeat and the gentle sound of your breath.
4:26Let your breath act as an anchor to this moment and this practice.
4:40With each breath, allow yourself to rest further into the calm of God's love.
5:02With an easy awareness, bring your attention to the space in the room.
5:23Just noticing the space with an easy curiosity.
5:37Notice your place in the room.
5:50Feel the weight of your body in the chair.
6:00Feel the air on your skin.
6:11Listen to the sounds in the room.
6:17Maybe it's quiet in the room, maybe it's not.
6:23Both are okay.
6:35You're just listening and welcoming the sounds as part of the exercise.
6:50Not wishing to change the sounds, just accepting the sounds as they are.
7:09When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness to the breath.
7:28Allow your breath to be a reminder to stay in this present moment.
7:46(pause of 10 seconds) If your mind begins to wander, you can always come back to the feeling of the breath.
8:05Relax and let your body honor the natural calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
8:30(pause of 12 seconds) Take this verse with you.
8:34"And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished." (pause of 16 seconds) Slowly begin to bring your awareness back
9:06to the body.
9:10Maybe even move your fingers and toes a little bit.
9:14When it feels natural, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:21Take another big, deep breath in, and let it out with a sigh.
9:28Notice how you feel.
9:31I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:34We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.