nightly wind down
New Strength From Trust
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Related Scripture: Isaiah 40:31a (recording quotes NLT). 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.
0:01Begin by getting comfortable, and when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:20As your body begins to relax, allow your awareness to rest with this verse and prayer.
0:32"But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength.
0:37They will soar high on wings like eagles." And again, "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength.
0:58They will soar high on wings like eagles." When it feels natural, begin releasing the tension in your hands, shoulders, and neck.
1:32Let go of that stress.
1:42Release your anxieties and worries to God.
1:55Let go of your grip on control.
2:10Take a big, deep breath in.
2:22Release your stress.
2:28Let go of your frustrations.
2:38Let it all go on the exhale.
2:51We aren't holding on to the thoughts.
2:55We're just letting them release.
3:14Now bring your awareness to the way the body feels.
3:32Allow yourself to sink into your chair or your bed.
3:42Let the body relax and release.
4:00When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heart.
4:12Feel the heart beat.
4:20Just noticing it.
4:35Allow that natural rhythm and stillness to relax the body.
4:54Just notice the way that you feel.
5:00Not trying to change it.
5:04Just accepting it the way that it is.
5:29Bring your attention to the way the breath feels.
5:37Let it settle into a natural rhythm.
5:49Effortless and natural.
6:01Notice how good it feels to just breathe.
6:24With each exhale, let the body feel heavier and heavier.
6:45Begin to allow the muscles to release and unlock.
6:59Feel the effects of gravity on the body, letting gravity pull the body down into the bed or the chair.
7:24Now, gently bring your attention to your feelings or emotions.
7:43Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today, not engaging with those emotions, remembering that we can leave those feelings right where they are.
8:21The day is done.
8:24Allow God to handle what you cannot.
8:43The thoughts may begin to bubble up, and that's okay.
8:52Just notice the thoughts, and then let them be.
9:12Rest into that deeper sense of calm that can only be found in God's love.
9:30You're inviting God to bring calm over your body, to bring peace into your spirit.
9:51Resting into your true nature, a child of God.
10:13Take this verse with you, "But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength.
10:23They will soar high on wings like eagles." God, I know you're always with me.
10:43Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:48Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:55I trust your plan for my life.