Begin by finding a comfortable seated position,
Allowing your eyes to close if that feels okay,
Or just take a soft gaze out in front of you.
And let's start by taking a few deep breaths,
In through the nose and out through the mouth,
Just allowing your body to relax with each exhale.
As you settle into your breath,
Bring to mind the love and presence of God.
Imagine God's love and light surrounding you,
Enveloping you in warmth and peace.
Visualize yourself surrounded by a warm,
Loving cocoon of God's grace and guidance.
See yourself cocooned in a blanket of peace and tranquility,
Allowing yourself to let go of any worries or stressors as you prepare for the day ahead.
With each inhale,
Imagine drawing in God's love and light,
And with each exhale,
Imagine releasing any negative thoughts or emotions that may be weighing you down.
Now visualize yourself as a faithful and empowered child of God,
Capable of handling any challenges that may come your way.
Imagine yourself breathing in strength and courage,
Feeling a deep sense of trust in God's plan for your life.
As you continue to breathe deeply,
Imagine a sense of peace and calm washing over you,
Filling you up with warmth and light,
Knowing that you are not alone and that God is with you every step of the way.
And now we'll move through a series of affirmations.
So simply repeat them in your mind or out loud and allow the words to wash over you today.
I trust in God's plan for my life.
I'm guided by God's wisdom and love.
I am a faithful and empowered child of God.
I am open to receiving God's blessings and guidance.
I am filled with peace,
Joy,
And love.
With each affirmation,
Feel a sense of connection to God in this moment and a deepening of your faith,
Knowing that you are loved and cherished by God and that with God's help,
You can overcome any obstacle that may come your way.
Dear God,
We thank you for this new day and for the opportunity to start fresh.
We come to you this morning with a grateful heart,
Filled with love and appreciation for all of the blessings in our lives.
As we begin this day,
We ask for your guidance and strength.
Help us to live in accordance with your will and to be a source of love and light to those around us.
Help us to be patient,
Kind,
And compassionate and treat others with the same love and respect that you have shown us.
Please bless our family and friends and keep them safe and healthy.
Help us to be a source of comfort and support to those who are struggling and to share your love and grace with all those we encounter.
As we go about our day,
We ask that you would fill us with your peace and joy and help us to see the beauty and goodness in every moment.
Help us to stay focused on your love and your will and to truly trust in your plan for our lives.
Thank you for your unending grace and mercy and for the gift of this new day.
We pray all of these things in Jesus' name.
Amen.
And just taking a few more breaths in this moment,
Feeling this continued sense of peace and calm wash over you.
And when you're ready,
Slowly opening your eyes,
Taking a moment to appreciate the gift of this meditation,
Of this new day,
And the power of your faith.
Have a great day,
Friend.
