daily hope
Focused Attention
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Related Scripture: John 3:16 (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.
0:00Concentrating your attention on a single thing is powerful.
0:10Whether that's getting into a flow state at work, or listening and communicating with your partner.
0:17Bringing your full attention to something is powerful.
0:28Today, as you meditate, focus on Jesus' love for you.
0:37Know that you are seen, and Jesus is always with you.
0:48Let's begin by noticing the weight of the body, allowing the body to relax into the chair.
1:04And as the body begins to relax, allow your eyes to close.
1:15Take a moment to consider this verse, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but
1:32have eternal life." And again, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal
1:56life." Now, gently bring your awareness to the breath.
2:16Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
2:27Big, deep breath in, and then taking twice as long on the exhale.
2:41Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly, and then exhale, controlling the breath.
2:58Allow yourself to be here in this moment.
3:08This is all that matters right now.
3:16Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
3:23Release it to God.
3:35Today is a new day, with new opportunities.
3:49Allow your breath to renew your spirit and connect you to your Creator, who loves you.
4:07Deep breath, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
4:23Remember, this is a place of love.
4:29Let this practice be whatever you need it to be.
4:35God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
4:48Let your awareness rest in the loving presence of God.
5:11With a gentle curiosity, begin to notice the breath.
5:30Make the breath deep and full of life.
5:36Allow that fresh air to fill up the lungs, and then relax the body as you exhale.
6:05Let your body become heavy as your mind continues to relax.
6:14You are exactly where you need to be.
6:35And now, come to the heartbeat, maybe even listen for its rhythm.
6:57Just relaxing and releasing.
7:11If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
7:18When it's easy, bring your awareness back to the heartbeat.
7:37Just listen to your heartbeat and the gentle sound of your breath.
7:57Let your breath act as an anchor to this moment and this practice.
8:15With each breath, allow yourself to rest further into the calm of God's love.
8:39Take this verse with you: "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal
8:55life." When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to the room, just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation.
9:23And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:29Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:33I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:36We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.