daily hope
Time Alone With God
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Related Scripture: Psalm 36:9 (recording quotes NIV). 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.
0:00Jesus took the time to be alone every day to reconnect with God.
0:06Just like Jesus, we have to make time to reconnect.
0:11Rest with God to find that peace and connection that your heart truly desires.
0:21Let's begin by loosening the shoulders and the chest.
0:29And when you feel ready, just allow the eyes to slowly close.
0:40Take a moment to consider this verse: For with you is the fountain of life.
0:50In your light we see light.
1:01And again, for with you is the fountain of life.
1:07In your light we see light.
1:26Now, slowly begin to take some deep breaths, allowing the body to open.
1:41Let the breath relax any areas of tightness in the body.
1:55Consciously, start to turn the muscles off.
2:04Start with the muscles in the feet and the legs.
2:11Allow the feet to be heavy on the floor.
2:19Allow the chest and the back to open so the breathing can become deep and natural.
2:36Soften the shoulders.
2:39Allow them to fall away from the ears.
2:49Let the head fall and become heavy at the neck.
3:01Feel the weight of the body and how it pushes you down into the chair.
3:19When it feels comfortable, bring your awareness to the sound of your breath.
3:30Not changing anything about the breath, just noticing it.
3:43Listening to the gentle rhythm of the inhales and exhales.
3:56Filling the body up with fresh air and then slowly exhaling and letting go.
4:13Let your mind be still.
4:28Now, take a moment to be grateful for this opportunity to relax.
4:47Notice how good it feels just to be here in this moment.
5:07When it feels natural, begin to deepen the breath.
5:24Let go of your worries and focus your attention on the breath.
5:40Nothing else matters right now.
5:45You are here.
5:48There's nothing to do but relax.
6:03Allow your body to honor the natural calm given by God's presence.
6:15Just listening to the breath, noticing the rise and the fall of the chest.
6:28Deep breath in, expanding the body, and then exhale, letting your awareness rest.
6:53Take another deep breath as you feel your lungs expand.
7:03And exhale, following the air back out through the mouth.
7:16The thoughts may take you away, and that's okay.
7:33With each breath, effortlessly rest into the arms of God.
7:55Take this verse with you, for with you is the fountain of life.
8:04In your light, we see light.
8:20Slowly bring your awareness back to the body, and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open.
8:33Take a moment to notice how your body feels.
8:40I hope you feel a little better.
8:44We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.
8:50Remember, be easy with yourself.