daily hope
Words That Last
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Related Scripture: Matthew 11:28 (recording quotes ESV). 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.
0:01Whether it's something we say or words that were spoken to us by someone else, words have a lasting impact on us.
0:12Words last.
0:16Words echo through eternity.
0:21Notice if you're holding onto destructive words that were spoken to you.
0:28Believe the words of Jesus, you are a child of God, and you are loved just as you are.
0:42Okay, let's begin by getting comfortable.
0:50Take a few nice big, deep breaths.
0:57And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
1:07Take a moment to consider this verse, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy-laden, I will give you rest.
1:29Come to me, all who labor and are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest." Now, bring your attention to the way it feels when you breathe.
2:05Feel the stomach and the chest rise with each inhale.
2:15And feel the body relax with each exhale.
2:35In through the nose.
2:38Feel the body expand, and then slowly exhale.
3:01Let the breath be natural.
3:05Let the breath naturally relax the body.
3:23Allow the face and the neck to soften.
3:39Allow the forehead to relax and the shoulders to fall away from the ears.
3:57Relax the body and allow the chair to hold the body up.
4:14Just relaxing and letting the body unwind.
4:30Simply let go.
4:49Now, take a moment to be grateful for this opportunity to relax.
5:08Notice how good it feels just to be here in this moment.
5:24When it feels natural, begin to deepen the breath.
5:39Let go of your worries and focus your attention on the breath.
5:53Nothing else matters right now.
5:58You are here.
6:01There's nothing to do but relax.
6:15Allow your body to honor the natural calm given by God's presence.
6:32Just listening to the breath, noticing the rise and the fall of the chest.
6:47Deep breath in, expanding the body, and then exhale, letting your awareness rest.
7:12Take another deep breath as you feel your lungs expand.
7:22And exhale, following the air back out through the mouth.
7:36The thoughts may take you away, and that's okay.
7:55With each breath, effortlessly rest into the arms of God.
8:18Take this verse with you, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Slowly bring your awareness back to the body, and
8:48when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open.
8:56Take a moment to notice how your body feels.
9:02I hope you feel a little better.
9:06We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.
9:12Remember, be easy with yourself.