nightly wind down
Flooded With His Light
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Related Scripture: Ephesians 1:18a (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.
0:01Let's start by taking a few nice deep breaths.
0:12And when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close, like the sun sets.
0:26As your breath begins to relax your body, allow your awareness to rest with this verse and prayer.
0:38I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light.
0:50And again, I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light.
1:07Now, slowly begin to relax and allow the body to open.
1:32Consciously, start to relax and turn off the muscles.
1:49Start with the muscles in the feet.
1:54Allow the feet to turn out and relax at the ankles.
2:12Letting the hips soften.
2:18The knees are relaxing.
2:32The stomach begins to let go.
2:41Softening the shoulders.
2:49Allowing the head to relax and become heavy at the neck.
3:09Allow the chest and back to open.
3:18Allow the body to settle.
3:43Just noticing how the body feels.
4:06Feeling the gravity of the body and how it pushes you down into the bed.
4:39And when it feels comfortable, allow your awareness to rest.
4:53If the mind wants to think, then let it think.
5:00If it wants to be still, allow it to be still.
5:44Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
5:52Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
6:10Take a nice, big, deep breath in, and now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
6:26Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
6:34And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
6:56Give yourself some space just to be.
7:15Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
7:21Release it to God.
7:24Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
7:44And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
7:53When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
8:23Remember, this is a place of safety.
8:32God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
8:51Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
9:08Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
9:29Let your mind rest, just noticing and appreciating this moment.
9:58Take this verse with you, I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light: God, I know You're always with me.
10:24Thank You for all of Your blessings.
10:29Help me to relax and let go in Your presence.
10:36I trust Your plan for my life.