daily hope
A New Heart
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Related Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26a (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 seek God, we always get more than we ask for.
0:05We're seeking connection, and without even asking for it, God begins to change our hearts.
0:13He begins to gradually release all those negative thoughts and feelings that we hold onto.
0:21Gradually, He changes what's inside of us.
0:28Okay.
0:29Let's begin by getting comfortable, taking a few nice, big, deep breaths.
0:42And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:53Now, take a moment to consider this verse: "I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you.
1:06I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart." And again, "I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new
1:30spirit in you.
1:32I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart." With a gentle curiosity, begin to notice the breath.
2:07Natural breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth.
2:23Make the breath deep and full of life.
2:30Allow that fresh air to fill up the lungs, and then relax the body as you exhale.
2:55Let your body become heavy as your mind continues to relax.
3:03You are exactly where you need to be.
3:19And now, come to the heartbeat.
3:25Maybe even listen for its rhythm.
3:35Just relaxing and releasing.
3:45If the thoughts take you away, that's okay.
3:52When it's easy, bring your awareness back to the heartbeat.
4:07Just listen to your heartbeat and the gentle sound of your breath.
4:21Let your breath act as an anchor to this moment and this practice.
4:35With each breath, allow yourself to rest further into the calm of God's love.
4:57With an easy awareness, bring your attention to the space in the room.
5:18Just noticing the space with an easy curiosity.
5:32Notice your place in the room.
5:45Feel the weight of your body in the chair.
5:55Feel the air on your skin.
6:06Listen to the sounds in the room.
6:12Maybe it's quiet in the room, maybe it's not.
6:18Both are okay.
6:30You're just listening, and welcoming the sounds as part of the exercise.
6:45Not wishing to change the sounds, just accepting the sounds as they are.
7:04When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness to the breath.
7:23Allow your breath to be a reminder to stay in this present moment.
7:42If your mind begins to wander, you can always come back to the feeling of the breath.
8:00Relax, and let your body honor the natural calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
8:25Take this verse with you, "I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you.
8:37I will take out your stony, stubborn heart, and give you a tender, responsive heart." Slowly begin to bring your awareness back to the body.
9:04Maybe even move your fingers and toes a little bit.
9:09When it feels natural, allow your eyes to slowly open.
9:16Take another big, deep breath in, and let it out with a sigh.
9:22Notice how you feel.
9:25I hope you feel a little more relaxed.
9:28We'll see you again tomorrow, with hope, mindfulness, and prayer.