daily hope
People Over Things
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Related Scripture: Ephesians 1:16 (recording quotes MSG). 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 best things in life aren't things, they're people.
0:07Things can bring joy for a moment, but an important relationship can change your life.
0:17As you go about your day today, remember the people in your life that you love.
0:26Be mindful of just how blessed you are.
0:37Okay, let's go ahead and get started by taking a moment to notice your breath.
0:49Just the rise and the fall of the chest.
0:57And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:09Now, take a moment to consider this verse: "I couldn't stop thanking God for you.
1:18Every time I prayed, I'd think of you and give thanks." And again, "I couldn't stop thanking God for you.
1:38Every time I prayed, I'd think of you and give thanks." Now, bring your attention to your breath.
2:01Just a soft, easy awareness.
2:13Notice what it feels like as air passes in through the nose and then back out through the mouth.
2:31Let the breath bring life to your body.
2:49Begin to listen to the sound of your breath.
2:57Listening to the inhale and the exhale.
3:15On the next exhale, allow the breath to relax and become natural.
3:35Allow your breath to bring renewal to your body.
3:43You're making space to notice God's presence in your life.
3:59When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heartbeat.
4:20Allow that rhythm and stillness to enter every part of your body.
4:46Feel the presence of God in this space.
5:03Gently bring your awareness to any sensations you're feeling.
5:22Just noticing the sensations on the body.
5:40Maybe it's the air on the skin or the weight of the body in the chair.
5:59Just noticing and welcoming these sensations as part of the meditation.
6:19Notice the rise and the fall of the chest as you breathe.
6:30Follow the breath and notice how it changes your body.
6:47The inhales, expanding the body and filling it up with life.
6:56And the exhales, relaxing the body, letting go.
7:15You don't have to do anything.
7:20It's natural and effortless.
7:24Your body knows how to relax.
7:34You are simply unearthing the calm that was already there.
7:49This is a safe place of love and deep rest.
8:06Allow your mind to take refuge in God.
8:25Take this verse with you: "I couldn't stop thanking God for you.
8:34Every time I prayed, I'd think of you and give thanks." Gently bring your awareness back to the feeling of the body.
8:57Notice the weight of the body on the chair, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open and take a nice deep breath.
9:11Notice how your breath changes the way you feel.
9:16I hope you feel a little more in touch with God.
9:22We'll see you again next time, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.