daily hope
Breath as Anchor
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Related Scripture: Psalm 62:6a (recording quotes MSG). 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.
0:00In our foundation section, we talk about using the breath as an anchor.
0:06Whenever you're stressed or need a moment to yourself, just come back to your breath.
0:14It allows God's peace to return to your body.
0:18Whether it's shallow or deep, it's a reminder that you're still breathing and everything is going to be okay.
0:30Okay.
0:31Let's go ahead and get started by taking a moment to notice your breath.
0:42Just the rise and the fall of the chest.
0:50And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
1:01Now, take a moment to consider this verse.
1:07"He's solid rock under my feet, breathing room for my soul." And again.
1:24"He's solid rock under my feet, breathing room for my soul." Now, bring your attention to your breath.
1:51Just a soft, easy awareness.
2:03Notice what it feels like as air passes in through the nose and then back out through the mouth.
2:21Let the breath bring life to your body.
2:39Begin to listen to the sound of your breath.
2:47Listening to the inhale and the exhale.
3:05On the next exhale, allow the breath to relax and become natural.
3:25Allow your breath to bring renewal to your body.
3:33You're making space to notice God's presence in your life.
3:49When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heartbeat.
4:10Allow that rhythm and stillness to enter every part of your body.
4:36Feel the presence of God in this space.
4:53Gently bring your awareness to any sensations you're feeling.
5:12Just noticing the sensations on the body.
5:29Maybe it's the air on the skin or the weight of the body in the chair.
5:49Just noticing and welcoming these sensations as part of the meditation.
6:09Notice the rise and the fall of the chest as you breathe.
6:20Follow the breath and notice how it changes your body.
6:37The inhales, expanding the body and filling it up with life.
6:46And the exhales, relaxing the body, letting go.
7:05You don't have to do anything.
7:10It's natural and effortless.
7:14Your body knows how to relax.
7:24You are simply unearthing the calm that was already there.
7:40This is a safe place of love and deep rest.
7:57Allow your mind to take refuge in God.
8:15Take this verse with you.
8:19"He's solid rock under my feet, breathing room for my soul." Gently bring your awareness back to the feeling of the body.
8:43Notice the weight of the body on the chair.
8:47And when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open and take a nice deep breath.
8:57Notice how your breath changes the way you feel.
9:02I hope you feel a little more in touch with God.
9:08We'll see you again next time, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.