nightly wind down
The Word Will Never Fail
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Related Scripture: Luke 1:37 (recording quotes MSG). 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 taking a moment just to be thankful for all the blessings in life.
0:16And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
0:30Take a moment to consider this verse in prayer, "The word of God will never fail." And again, "The word of God will never fail." Bring your attention to the
1:10heartbeat.
1:18Allow its rhythm to relax your body, letting the arms and legs become heavy.
1:46Now bring your awareness to the top of the head.
1:53Allow the head to soften all the way down the face, softening the skin on the face and the eyes.
2:33Soften the throat and the back of the neck.
2:55Soften the collarbone, the shoulders, and the arms.
3:19Releasing the elbows.
3:35Let the wrists and the hands relax.
3:56Softening the chest and the stomach.
4:12Releasing the hips and the thighs, the knees.
4:29Relax the calves down to the ankles.
4:46Bring your attention back to the breath.
5:10Just noticing the inhale and the exhale.
5:43Notice how good it feels just to be here in this moment.
6:16Take a few nice big, deep breaths in.
6:42Allow your body and mind to relax.
7:04Nothing else matters right now.
7:09There is nowhere to go, there is nothing to do, here you are.
7:41Allow your body to relax and feel the calm of God's presence.
8:22The thoughts may take you away, and that's okay.
8:28Don't resist the thoughts.
8:31Don't force them back.
8:34Be friendly with your thoughts.
8:40When it feels natural, come back to the feeling of relaxation in the body.
9:17Now, without changing the breath, notice the quiet sound of your breathing.
9:48Effortlessly rest into the arms of God.
10:07Take this verse with you, "The Word of God will never fail." God, I know you're always with me.
10:33Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:38Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:45I trust your plan for my life.