nightly wind down
The Day the Lord Has Made
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Related Scripture: Psalm 118:24 (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.
0:01Let's get started by allowing the body to relax.
0:09And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
0:22Let your awareness rest with this verse and prayer, "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be happy today." And again, "This is the day
0:52the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be happy today." Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
1:19Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
1:31Take a nice, big, deep breath in.
1:38Now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
1:47Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
1:55And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
2:13Give yourself some space just to be.
2:28Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
2:34Release it to God.
2:37Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
2:53And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
3:02When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
3:30Remember, this is a place of safety.
3:39God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
3:58Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
4:15Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
4:28Now begin to soften the back of your neck.
4:40Allow your limbs to become heavy.
4:52Allow the shoulders to relax.
5:08Let your mind rest, just noticing and appreciating this moment.
5:40When it feels natural, begin releasing the tension in your hands, shoulders, and neck.
6:00Let go of that stress.
6:09Release your anxieties and worries to God.
6:22Let go of your grip on control.
6:38Take a big, deep breath in.
6:49Release your stress.
6:55Let go of your frustrations.
7:06Let it all go on the exhale.
7:18We aren't holding onto the thoughts, we're just letting them release.
7:41Now bring your awareness to the way the body feels.
8:00Allow yourself to sink into your chair or your bed.
8:10Let the body relax and release.
8:27When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heart.
8:39Feel the heart beat.
8:48Just noticing it.
9:02Allow that natural rhythm and stillness to relax the body.
9:22Just notice the way that you feel.
9:28Not trying to change it.
9:32Just accepting it the way that it is.
9:48Allow yourself to relax into the loving presence of God.
10:09Take this verse with you, "This is the day the Lord has made.
10:18Let us rejoice and be happy today." God, I know you're always with me.
10:39Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:44Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:51I trust your plan for my life.