nightly wind down
Taste and See
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Related Scripture: Psalm 34:8a (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 get started by taking a moment just to be thankful for all the blessings in life.
0:16And when you're ready, let your eyes close like the sun sets.
0:30Take a moment to consider this verse and prayer, "Taste and see that the Lord is good." And again, "Taste and see that the Lord is good." Bring your attention
1:06to the heartbeat.
1:14Allow its rhythm to relax your body, letting the arms and legs become heavy.
1:42Now bring your awareness to the top of the head.
1:49Allow the head to soften all the way down the face, softening the skin on the face and the eyes.
2:29Soften the throat and the back of the neck.
2:51Soften the collarbone, the shoulders, and the arms.
3:15Releasing the elbows.
3:31Let the wrists and the hands relax.
3:52Softening the chest and the stomach.
4:08Releasing the hips and the thighs, the knees.
4:25Relax the calves down to the ankles.
4:42Bring your attention back to the breath.
5:06Just noticing the inhale and the exhale.
5:39Notice how good it feels just to be here in this moment.
6:12Take a few nice big, deep breaths in.
6:38Allow your body and mind to relax.
7:00Nothing else matters right now.
7:05There is nowhere to go, there is nothing to do.
7:12Here you are.
7:37Allow your body to relax and feel the calm of God's presence.
8:17The thoughts may take you away, and that's okay.
8:24Don't resist the thoughts.
8:27Don't force them back.
8:30Be friendly with your thoughts.
8:35When it feels natural, come back to the feeling of relaxation in the body.
9:13Now, without changing the breath, notice the quiet sound of your breathing.
9:44Effortlessly rest into the arms of God.
10:04Take this verse with you.
10:08Taste and see that the Lord is good.
10:22God, I know you're always with me.
10:28Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:33Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:40I trust your plan for my life.