nightly wind down
Love Looks for the Best
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Related Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7b (recording quotes MSG). 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: Love always looks for the best.
0:50Again, love always looks for the best.
1:08Now, slowly begin to relax and allow the body to open.
1:33Consciously start to relax and turn off the muscles.
1:50Start with the muscles in the feet.
1:55Allow the feet to turn out and relax at the ankles, letting the hips soften.
2:19The knees are relaxing.
2:33The stomach begins to let go.
2:42Softening the shoulders.
2:50Allowing the head to relax and become heavy at the neck.
3:10Allow the chest and back to open.
3:19Allow the body to settle.
3:44Just noticing how the body feels.
4:07Feeling the gravity of the body and how it pushes you down into the bed.
4:40And when it feels comfortable, allow your awareness to rest.
4:54If the mind wants to think, then let it think.
5:01If it wants to be still, allow it to be still.
5:45Gently bring the awareness to the breath.
5:53Allow your breath to deepen and fill the lungs.
6:11Take a nice big deep breath in.
6:18Now slow down on the exhale, letting go.
6:27Let the inhale come easily and effortlessly.
6:35And exhale, controlling the breath, slowing it down.
6:57Give yourself some space just to be.
7:16Whatever you need to let go of, let it go.
7:22Release it to God.
7:25Allow this time to be what you need it to be.
7:45And if the thoughts take you away, know that that's okay.
7:54When it feels natural and effortless, slowly bring your attention back to the breath.
8:24Remember, this is a place of safety.
8:33God's calming presence is always accessible to you.
8:52Release your anxieties and let God handle what you cannot.
9:09Notice how the body is relaxing and releasing.
9:30Let your mind rest.
9:39Just noticing and appreciating this moment.
9:59Take this verse with you, "Love always looks for the best." 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.