nightly wind down
God Is Light
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Related Scripture: 1 John 1:5b (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.
0:01Begin by getting comfortable, and when you're ready, allow your eyes to slowly close.
0:20As your body begins to relax, allow your awareness to rest with this verse and prayer, "God is light, and in Him, there is no darkness." And again, "God is
0:50light, and in Him, there is no darkness." With an easy awareness, begin to bring your attention to the space in the room, not examining it, just sensing it.
1:36Notice your place in the room.
1:44Just observing.
2:01Listen to the sounds in the room.
2:07Maybe it's a quiet room, or maybe it's not.
2:13Both are okay.
2:32You're just listening and enjoying the sounds, not wishing to change or get rid of the sounds.
2:45Just accepting them.
3:04When it feels natural, slowly bring your awareness back to the body, noticing the weight of the body.
3:38Allow the body to relax as it becomes heavier.
4:06Allow yourself to leave the day behind.
4:14Let go of the stress, being mindful to stay present in this moment.
4:29Let yourself unwind, and naturally relax in the presence of God.
4:59As your awareness begins to drift deeper, rest into the calm that only comes from the presence of a loving God.
5:37Bring your attention to the way the breath feels.
5:45Let it settle into a natural rhythm, effortless and natural.
6:09Notice how good it feels to just breathe.
6:25With each exhale, let the body feel heavier and heavier.
6:40Begin to allow the muscles to release and unlock.
6:54Feel the effects of gravity on the body.
7:08Now, gently bring your attention to your feelings or emotions.
7:28Just noticing the feelings that you brought with you today, not engaging with those emotions, remembering that we can leave those feelings right where they are.
8:05The day is done, allow God to handle what you cannot.
8:27The thoughts may begin to bubble up and that's okay, just notice the thoughts and then let them be.
8:56Rest into that deeper sense of calm that can only be found in God's love.
9:19You're inviting God to bring calm over your body, to bring peace into your spirit.
9:46Resting into your true nature, a child of God.
10:08Take this verse with you, "God is light, and in him, there is no darkness." God, I know you're always with me.
10:35Thank you for all of your blessings.
10:40Help me to relax and let go in your presence.
10:47I trust your plan for my life.