nightly wind down
He Answered My Call
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Related Scripture: Psalm 120:1 (recording quotes ERV). 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, "I was in trouble.
0:32I called to the Lord for help, and He answered me." And again, "I was in trouble.
0:50I called to the Lord for help, and He answered me." Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
1:15Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
1:27Take a nice, big, deep breath in.
1:33Now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
1:42Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
1:51And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
2:09Give yourself some space just to be.
2:23Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
2:30Release it to God.
2:33Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
2:49And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
2:58When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
3:26Remember, this is a place of safety.
3:35God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
3:54Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
4:11Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
4:24Now begin to soften the back of your neck.
4:36Allow your limbs to become heavy.
4:47Allow the shoulders to relax.
5:04Let your mind rest, just noticing and appreciating this moment.
5:36When it feels natural, begin releasing the tension in your hands, shoulders, and neck.
5:55Let go of that stress.
6:05Release your anxieties and worries to God.
6:18Let go of your grip on control.
6:33Take a big, deep breath in.
6:45Release your stress.
6:51Let go of your frustrations.
7:01Let it all go on the exhale.
7:14We aren't holding onto the thoughts, we're just letting them release.
7:37Now bring your awareness to the way the body feels.
7:56Allow yourself to sink into your chair or your bed.
8:05Let the body relax and release.
8:23When it feels comfortable, bring your attention to the heart.
8:35Feel the heart beat.
8:44Just noticing it.
8:58Allow that natural rhythm and stillness to relax the body.
9:17Just notice the way that you feel.
9:24Not trying to change it, just accepting it the way that it is.
9:44Allow yourself to relax into the loving presence of God.
10:05Take this verse with you, "I was in trouble, I called to the Lord for help, and he answered me." God, I know you're always with me.
10:34Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:39Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:46I trust your plan for my life.