nightly wind down
No Fear of Night
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Related Scripture: Psalm 91:5 (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.
0:02Begin 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, "You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day." And again, "You will not fear
0:55the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day." With an easy awareness, begin to bring your attention to the space in the room, not examining it, just
1:27sensing it.
1:40Notice your place in the room.
1:48Just observing.
2:06Listen to the sounds in the room.
2:11Maybe it's a quiet room, or maybe it's not.
2:17Both are okay.
2:36You're just listening and enjoying the sounds, not wishing to change or get rid of the sounds, just accepting them.
3:09When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness back to the body, noticing the weight of the body.
3:43Allow the body to relax as it becomes heavier.
4:10Allow yourself to leave the day behind.
4:18Let go of the stress, being mindful to stay present in this moment.
4:34Let yourself unwind, and naturally relax in the presence of God.
5:04As your awareness begins to drift deeper, rest into the calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
5:42Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
5:50Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
6:03Take a nice big deep breath in and now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
6:18Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
6:26And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
6:45Give yourself some space just to be.
6:59Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
7:05Release it to God.
7:08Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
7:25And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
7:33When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
8:02Remember, this is a place of safety.
8:10God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
8:29Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
8:46Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
9:05Allow your limbs to become heavy.
9:17Allow the shoulders to relax.
9:28Begin to soften the back of your neck.
9:42Just noticing and appreciating this moment.
9:50Let your mind rest.
10:07Take this verse with you, "You will not fear the terror of night nor the arrow that flies by day." God, I know You're always with me.
10:36Thank You for all of Your blessings.
10:41Help me to relax and let go in Your presence.
10:48I trust Your plan for my life.