nightly wind down
Safe in His Dwelling
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Related Scripture: Psalm 27:5 (recording quotes NIV). 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.
0:10And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
0:22Let your awareness rest with this verse and prayer, "For in the day of trouble, He will keep me safe in His dwellings." And again, "For in the day of
0:47trouble, He will keep me safe in His dwellings." Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
1:10Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
1:23Take a nice, big, deep breath in.
1:29Now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
1:38Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
1:47And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
2:05Give yourself some space just to be.
2:19Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
2:25Release it to God.
2:29Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
2:45And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
2:53When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
3:22Remember, this is a place of safety.
3:30God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
3:50Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
4:06Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
4:20Now, begin to soften the back of your neck.
4:32Allow your limbs to become heavy.
4:43Allow the shoulders to relax.
5:00Let your mind rest.
5:08Just noticing and appreciating this moment.
5:32When it feels natural, begin releasing the tension in your hands, shoulders, and neck.
5:51Let go of that stress.
6:01Release your anxieties and worries to God.
6:14Let go of your grip on control.
6:29Take a big, deep breath in.
6:41Release your stress.
6:47Let go of your frustrations.
6:57Let it all go on the exhale.
7:10We aren't holding onto the thoughts, we're just letting them release.
7:33Now bring your awareness to the way the body feels.
7:51Allow yourself to sink into your chair or your bed.
8:01Let the body relax and release.
8:19When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heart.
8:31Feel the heart beat.
8:39Just noticing it.
8:54Allow that natural rhythm and stillness to relax the body.
9:13Just notice the way that you feel.
9:20Not trying to change it.
9:23Just accepting it the way that it is.
9:40Allow yourself to relax into the loving presence of God.
10:00Take this verse with you, "For in the day of trouble, He will keep me safe in His dwellings." God, I know you're always with me.
10:28Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:33Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:40I trust your plan for my life.