nightly wind down
Love Doesn't Want What It Doesn't Have
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Related Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5b (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.
0:02Begin by getting comfortable and allowing your body to relax.
0:14As you begin to feel your body releasing, allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:29Let your awareness rest with this verse and prayer: Love doesn't want what it doesn't have.
0:48And again, love doesn't want what it doesn't have.
1:07With an easy awareness, begin to bring your attention to the space in the room, not examining it, just sensing it.
1:35Notice your place in the room.
1:43Just observing.
2:01Listen to the sounds in the room.
2:06Maybe it's a quiet room or maybe it's not.
2:12Both are okay.
2:31You're just listening and enjoying the sounds, not wishing to change or get rid of the sounds, just accepting them.
3:03When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness back to the body, noticing the weight of the body.
3:37Allow the body to relax as it becomes heavier.
4:05Allow yourself to leave the day behind.
4:13Let go of the stress, being mindful to stay present in this moment.
4:29Let yourself unwind and naturally relax in the presence of God.
4:59As your awareness begins to drift deeper, rest into the calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
5:37Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
5:45Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
5:57Take a nice big, deep breath in.
6:04Now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
6:13Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
6:21And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
6:39Give yourself some space just to be.
6:54Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
7:00Release it to God.
7:03Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
7:19And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
7:28When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
7:56Remember, this is a place of safety.
8:05God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
8:24Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
8:41Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
8:59Allow your limbs to become heavy.
9:12Allow the shoulders to relax.
9:23Begin to soften the back of your neck.
9:37Just noticing and appreciating this moment.
9:45Let your mind rest.
10:02Take this verse with you, "Love doesn't want what it doesn't have." God, I know you're always with me.
10:30Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:34Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:42I trust your plan for my life.