daily hope
Purpose in the Mundane
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Related Scripture: Proverbs 3:27 (recording quotes Paraphrase). 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.
0:00Purpose makes the most mundane task important.
0:06It changes what is meaningless into something meaningful.
0:12By asking God to fill you with His purpose, we're asking to see the world as God does, to see other people as God does.
0:25So today, let God's presence bring you a new vision.
0:30Let it help you see the eternal worth of the people God has put in your path.
0:37Think about that as you settle into this meditation.
0:44Let's go ahead and get started by gently bringing your attention to the breath.
0:53Notice the rise and the fall of the chest.
1:01And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:12Take a moment to consider this verse: Do not pass by a man in need, for you may be the hand of God to him.
1:31And again, do not pass by a man in need, for you may be the hand of God to him.
1:56And now, bring your attention to the heartbeat.
2:05Allow its rhythm to relax the body.
2:17As you begin to relax, bring your attention to the weight of the body.
2:34Allow the arms and the legs to become heavy.
2:43Allow the face to soften, all the way down through the neck.
2:53Soften the skin.
3:01Allow the corners of the eyes to relax.
3:10Let the shoulders fall away from the ears.
3:20Release the elbows.
3:30Let the wrists and the hands relax.
3:41Soften the chest and the stomach.
3:52Release the hips and the thighs.
4:04Relax the calves, all the way down to the ankles.
4:18Allow the entire body to let go and totally relax.
4:36There is nowhere to go.
4:39You are exactly where you're supposed to be.
5:00Bring your attention to the feeling of the breath.
5:12Let it settle into a natural rhythm, effortless and easy.
5:32Notice how good it feels just to breathe.
5:48With each inhale, let your body fill up with new life.
5:59With each exhale, release, and let your body relax.
6:16Feel your feet on the floor and the weight of your body in the chair.
6:34Now, gently bring your attention to your emotions.
6:44Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today.
7:03Not engaging with the emotions, just noticing them as an observer.
7:26Remember that you can leave those feelings right where they are.
7:41Just allow those thoughts to bubble up and out.
8:00Remember, today is a new day with new opportunities.
8:09God is working in your life.
8:26Take this verse with you.
8:29"Do not pass by a man in need, for you may be the hand of God to him." Gently bring your awareness back to the feeling of the body.
8:55Notice the weight of the body on the chair.
8:59And when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open and take a nice deep breath.
9:09Notice how your breath changes the way you feel.
9:15I hope you feel a little more in touch with God.
9:20We'll see you again next time, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.