daily hope
Making Space for God
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Related Scripture: Exodus 33:14 (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.
0:00When we focus our attention on just one thing, we begin to simplify our experience.
0:07This allows our mind to rest and to just experience the moment.
0:13It allows us to consciously unplug and make a space for God.
0:20This allows our mind to rest and to just notice what we've been missing.
0:27It creates the conditions for us to experience the presence of God in the moment.
0:35Okay.
0:36Let's begin by consciously relaxing the body.
0:44And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:53As your body begins to settle, take a moment to consider this verse: "My presence will go with you and I will give you rest." And again, "My presence will
1:21go with you and I will give you rest." Bring your attention to the feeling of the breath.
1:50Let it settle into a natural rhythm, effortless and easy.
2:08Notice how good it feels just to breathe.
2:25With each inhale, let your body fill up with new life.
2:35With each exhale, release and let your body relax.
2:53Feel your feet on the floor and the weight of your body in the chair.
3:10Now, gently bring your attention to your emotions.
3:21Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today.
3:35Not engaging with the emotions, just noticing them as an observer.
3:52Remember that you can leave those feelings right where they are.
4:04Just allow those thoughts to bubble up and out.
4:20Remember, today is a new day with new opportunities.
4:29God is working in your life.
4:44With an easy awareness, bring your attention to the space in the room.
5:03Just noticing the space with an easy curiosity.
5:15Notice your place in the room.
5:32Feel the air on your skin.
5:45Listen to the sounds in the room.
5:51Maybe it's quiet in the room, maybe it's not.
5:57Both are okay.
6:07You're just listening, and welcoming the sounds as part of the exercise.
6:20Not wishing to change the sounds, just accepting the sounds as they are.
6:47When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness to the breath.
7:06Allow your breath to be a reminder to stay in this present moment.
7:23If your mind begins to wander, you can always come back to the feeling of the breath.
7:45Relax, and let your body honor the natural calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
8:10Take this verse with you, "My presence will go with you and I will give you rest." Allow your awareness to slowly come back to your body, and when it
8:41feels natural, begin to open your eyes.
8:48Sit back in your chair.
8:50Maybe you want to stretch a little bit.
8:54Do whatever feels good.
8:57Take a moment to notice how you feel.
9:02I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:06We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.