daily hope
Gratitude Opens the Heart
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Related Scripture: Psalm 103:5 (recording quotes NLV). 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.
0:00Gratitude opens your heart to be able to see and recognize all the good things in your life.
0:08When you're thankful, you become more aware of the things that you would normally overlook.
0:15Gratitude just makes us better.
0:18It brings new life to your soul.
0:24Let's begin by noticing the weight of the body, allowing the body to relax into the chair.
0:40And as the body begins to relax, allow your eyes to close.
0:51Take a moment to consider this verse: "He fills my ears with good things, and I am made young again, like the eagle." And again, "He fills my ears with
1:14good things, and I am made young again, like the eagle." Now, gently bring your awareness to the breath.
1:42Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
1:52Big, deep breath in, and then taking twice as long on the exhale.
2:07Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly, and then exhale, controlling the breath.
2:24Allow yourself to be here in this moment.
2:33This is all that matters right now.
2:42Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
2:49Release it to God.
3:00Today is a new day with new opportunities.
3:14Allow your breath to renew your spirit and connect you to your Creator, who loves you.
3:32Deep breath, in through the nose and out through the mouth.
3:49Remember, this is a place of love.
3:55Let this practice be whatever you need it to be.
4:01God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
4:13Let your awareness rest in the loving presence of God.
4:37With a gentle curiosity, begin to notice the breath.
4:55Make the breath deep and full of life.
5:01Allow that fresh air to fill up the lungs, and then relax the body as you exhale.
5:30Let your body become heavy as your mind continues to relax.
5:39You are exactly where you need to be.
6:00And now, come to the heartbeat.
6:07Maybe even listen for its rhythm.
6:22Just relaxing and releasing.
6:37If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
6:43When it's easy, bring your awareness back to the heartbeat.
7:03Just listen to your heartbeat and the gentle sound of your breath.
7:22Let your breath act as an anchor to this moment and this practice.
7:41With each breath, allow yourself to rest further into the calm of God's love.
8:04Take this verse with you, "He fills my years with good things, and I am made young again like the eagle." When it feels natural, bring your awareness back to
8:33the room.
8:35Just noticing the room with a gentle appreciation.
8:41And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly open.
8:48Take a moment to notice how you feel.
8:52I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
8:55We'll see you again tomorrow for another day of hope.