1 00:00:00,240 --> 00:00:05,000 In meditation and prayer, we have a unique opportunity to 2 00:00:05,000 --> 00:00:08,280 absorb the Bible in a way that we can't otherwise. 3 00:00:09,040 --> 00:00:12,960 We get the chance to make it a part of our perspective and our 4 00:00:12,960 --> 00:00:17,800 heart in a truly effortless and easy way. 5 00:00:18,120 --> 00:00:22,960 It changes from something we know into something that we are 6 00:00:23,960 --> 00:00:26,840 feeling. God's presence in our lives 7 00:00:26,880 --> 00:00:31,960 becomes easier because we become more aware of His touch. 8 00:00:33,320 --> 00:00:39,440 Let yourself rest on that today. God is with you and He loves 9 00:00:39,440 --> 00:00:45,320 you. Let's begin by loosening the 10 00:00:45,320 --> 00:00:54,720 shoulders and the chest, and when you feel ready, just allow 11 00:00:54,720 --> 00:01:04,560 the eyes to slowly close. Take a moment to consider this 12 00:01:04,560 --> 00:01:10,800 verse. For He alone is my safe place. 13 00:01:11,520 --> 00:01:15,720 His wrap around presence always protects me. 14 00:01:23,670 --> 00:01:28,990 And again, for He alone is my safe place. 15 00:01:29,720 --> 00:01:33,360 His wrap around presence always protects me. 16 00:01:48,690 --> 00:01:55,850 As you relax, allow God's presence of peace to wash over 17 00:01:55,850 --> 00:02:09,160 you. Let your breath fill your body 18 00:02:09,720 --> 00:02:24,400 and relax your muscles. As your breath relaxes your 19 00:02:24,400 --> 00:02:29,040 body, bring your attention to the heartbeat, 20 00:02:40,970 --> 00:02:46,290 just noticing the quiet rhythm of your heartbeat. 21 00:02:54,710 --> 00:03:04,630 Allow that rhythm and stillness to calm your mind, to relax your 22 00:03:04,630 --> 00:03:18,920 body. Let go of any feelings of stress 23 00:03:19,000 --> 00:03:32,790 or worry. God is taking care of you. 24 00:03:44,840 --> 00:03:54,920 Allow those feelings to go. You are safe here. 25 00:04:04,520 --> 00:04:11,360 And if thoughts take you away, that's OK Be easy with the 26 00:04:11,360 --> 00:04:17,880 thoughts. Just remember, you can always 27 00:04:17,880 --> 00:04:21,240 come back to the breath and the heartbeat. 28 00:04:33,680 --> 00:04:39,920 Let yourself relax and allow God to speak to your heart. 29 00:04:55,580 --> 00:05:01,780 Keeping your eyes closed, bring your awareness to the space 30 00:05:01,780 --> 00:05:15,230 around the room. Just noticing the sounds in the 31 00:05:15,230 --> 00:05:19,390 room and the sensations on the body. 32 00:05:23,320 --> 00:05:27,600 Welcome these sensations as part of the practice. 33 00:05:47,520 --> 00:05:53,520 When it feels comfortable. Take some nice deep breaths. 34 00:06:01,670 --> 00:06:24,880 Real easy deep breaths. Now begin to slow down the 35 00:06:24,880 --> 00:06:39,370 inhale, long, slow, deep inhalation, and then let the 36 00:06:39,370 --> 00:06:55,520 breath out and relax again. Take another long, slow, deep 37 00:06:55,520 --> 00:07:02,520 breath in filling up the body, and then let the exhale come 38 00:07:02,520 --> 00:07:17,220 naturally. With each breath, let your mind 39 00:07:17,260 --> 00:07:34,600 relax, allow your feelings to release 40 00:07:35,320 --> 00:07:55,440 and become a prayer to God. Now for a few moments, let go of 41 00:07:55,440 --> 00:08:00,880 the focused attention and let your awareness rest. 42 00:08:02,760 --> 00:08:23,840 You are loved. Take this verse with you, for He 43 00:08:23,840 --> 00:08:30,000 alone is my safe place. His wrap around presence always 44 00:08:30,000 --> 00:08:48,110 protects me. Slowly bring your awareness back 45 00:08:48,110 --> 00:08:55,510 to the body and when you feel ready, allow your eyes to open. 46 00:08:57,960 --> 00:09:02,040 Take a moment to notice how your body feels. 47 00:09:04,000 --> 00:09:09,760 I hope you feel a little better. We'll see you again tomorrow 48 00:09:10,640 --> 00:09:13,480 with hope, mindfulness and prayer. 49 00:09:14,760 --> 00:09:18,560 Remember, be easy with yourself.