daily hope
If You Trusted His Love
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Related Scripture: Psalm 139:17a-18b (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.
0:00Consider what your life would look like if you really trusted in God's love.
0:08It would probably be a remarkable change.
0:14When you begin to truly believe that God loves you, then you naturally begin to reflect His love.
0:26Today, as you settle into this meditation, allow yourself to relax and trust that you are loved.
0:44Let's begin by loosening the shoulders and the chest.
0:52And when you feel ready, just allow the eyes to slowly close.
1:02Take a moment to consider this verse, "How precious are Your thoughts about me, O God.
1:13And when I wake up, You are still with me." And again, "How precious are Your thoughts about me, O God.
1:33And when I wake up, You are still with me." As you relax, allow God's presence of peace to wash over you.
2:06Let your breath fill your body and relax your muscles.
2:22As your breath relaxes your body, bring your attention to the heartbeat.
2:41Just noticing the quiet rhythm of your heartbeat.
2:54Allow that rhythm and stillness to calm your mind, to relax your body.
3:12Let go of any feelings of stress or worry.
3:30God is taking care of you.
3:44Allow those feelings to go.
3:53You are safe here.
4:04And if thoughts take you away, that's okay.
4:10Be easy with the thoughts.
4:15Just remember, you can always come back to the breath and the heartbeat.
4:33Let yourself relax and allow God to speak to your heart.
4:55Keeping your eyes closed, bring your awareness to the space around the room.
5:12Just noticing the sounds in the room, and the sensations on the body.
5:23Welcome these sensations as part of the practice.
5:47When it feels comfortable, take some nice deep breaths.
6:01Real easy, deep breaths.
6:22Now begin to slow down the inhale.
6:32Long, slow, deep inhalation, and then let the breath out and relax.
6:49Again, take another long, slow, deep breath in, filling up the body, and then let the exhale come naturally.
7:13With each breath, let your mind relax.
7:31Allow your feelings to release and become a prayer to God.
7:50Now, for a few moments, let go of the focused attention and let your awareness rest.
8:03You are loved.
8:18Take this verse with you: How precious are your thoughts about me, oh God?
8:28And when I wake up, you are still with me.
8:45Slowly bring your awareness back to the body, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open.
8:58Take a moment to notice how your body feels.
9:04I hope you feel a little better.
9:08We'll see you again tomorrow with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.
9:15Remember, be easy with yourself.