nightly wind down
Stay Joined to Me
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Related Scripture: John 15:7a (recording quotes CEV). 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.
0:39Stay joined to me, and let my teachings become part of you.
0:53And again, stay joined to me, and let my teachings become part of you.
1:13Now, bring your attention to the breath.
1:29Let's take some nice, deep breaths.
1:47Make them feel easy and effortless.
1:55In through the nose and out through the mouth.
2:07Feeling life enter your body as you breathe in.
2:22Inhale, feel how the body expands.
2:29Then, slowly exhale, releasing tension as you go.
2:51Feel the air as it travels in through the nose.
3:00And feel the body fall with each exhale.
3:33With each breath, allow the chest and shoulders to soften and relax.
4:06Notice how the body feels.
4:18Allow your breath to soften and release the tension in your body.
4:46Just relaxing and releasing.
5:09There's no way to do this wrong.
5:13The breath breathes itself.
5:37With an easy awareness, begin to bring your attention to the space in the room.
5:49Not examining it, just sensing it.
6:05Notice your place in the room.
6:14Just observing.
6:31Listen to the sounds in the room.
6:36Maybe it's a quiet room, or maybe it's not.
6:42Both are okay.
7:01You're just listening and enjoying the sounds, not wishing to change or get rid of the sounds, just accepting them.
7:34When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness back to the body, noticing the weight of the body.
8:08Allow the body to relax as it becomes heavier.
8:36Allow yourself to leave the day behind.
8:44Let go of the stress, being mindful to stay present in this moment.
8:59Let yourself unwind, and naturally relax in the presence of God.
9:29As your awareness begins to drift deeper, rest into the calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
9:57Take this verse with you.
10:02Stay joined to me, and let my teachings become part of you.
10:19God, I know you're always with me.
10:25Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:30Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:37I trust your plan for my life.