daily hope
Truth of the Present
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Related Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16b (recording quotes ERV). 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.
0:00Living in the present moment is like living in the truth.
0:08The present moment is the only time that's real and tangible in your life.
0:19At first, this can be uncomfortable, but after time, living and acting in the truth of the present moment will set you free.
0:36Okay, let's begin by getting comfortable, taking a few nice big, deep breaths.
0:50And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
1:00Now, take a moment to consider this verse, "Our physical body is becoming older and weaker, but our spirit inside us is made new every day." And again, "Our physical
1:27body is becoming older and weaker, but our spirit inside us is made new every day." Now, bring your attention to the way it feels when you breathe.
2:05Feel the stomach and the chest rise with each inhale, and feel the body relax with each exhale.
2:35In through the nose, feel 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.
8:21Our physical body is becoming older and weaker, but our spirit inside us is made new every day.
8:44Slowly bring your awareness back to the body, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open.
8:57Take a moment to notice how your body feels.
9:03I hope you feel a little better.
9:07We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.
9:14Remember, be easy with yourself.