nightly wind down
Love as Shelter
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Related Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7 (recording quotes TPT). 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.
0:01Let's start by taking a few nice deep breaths.
0:12And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close, like the sun sets.
0:26As your breath begins to relax your body, allow your awareness to rest with this verse and prayer: Love is a safe place of shelter, for it never stops believing
0:44the best for others.
0:54And again, love is a safe place of shelter, for it never stops believing the best for others.
1:14Now, slowly begin to relax and allow the body to open.
1:40Consciously, start to relax and turn off the muscles.
1:57Start with the muscles in the feet.
2:02Allow the feet to turn out and relax at the ankles.
2:20Letting the hips soften.
2:25The knees are relaxing.
2:40The stomach begins to let go.
2:49Softening the shoulders.
2:57Allowing the head to relax and become heavy at the neck.
3:16Allow the chest and back to open.
3:25Allow the body to settle.
3:50Just noticing how the body feels.
4:14Feeling the gravity of the body and how it pushes you down into the bed.
4:47And when it feels comfortable, allow your awareness to rest.
5:01If the mind wants to think, then let it think.
5:07If it wants to be still, allow it to be still.
5:51Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
5:59Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
6:18Take a nice big deep breath in, and now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
6:33Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
6:41And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
7:04Give yourself some space just to be.
7:22Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
7:28Release it to God.
7:32Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
7:52And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
8:00When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
8:31Remember, this is a place of safety.
8:39God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
8:58Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
9:15Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
9:37Let your mind rest, just noticing and appreciating this moment.
10:06Take this verse with you, "Love is a safe place of shelter, for it never stops believing the best for others." God, I know you're always with me.
10:35Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:40Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:47I trust your plan for my life.