Hello there.
My name is Bill.
And welcome to a new series of meditations focused on the Psalms of the Bible.
For tonight's sleep psalm,
We will be meditating on Psalm 6.
Find a position.
That makes you most comfortable,
Whether it's lying down,
Sitting,
Or standing.
Relax your shoulders.
Rest your arms by your side.
And take a few deep breaths.
Release any tension in your body.
Close your eyes.
And breathe in.
And out,
Slowly.
Clear your mind.
And focus your thoughts.
On God.
Remember who he is.
Your Savior.
That loves you.
And rescues you.
He knows the weight of what you are carrying from today.
And,
He is ready to lift your burdens.
Breathe in.
.
.
And out,
Slowly.
With your next exhale.
Surrender to your Savior.
And let go of your stress.
For his yoke is easy.
And His burden is light.
Know He came to give you rest for your soul.
All you have to do is accept His love,
Grace,
And mercy.
As your mind settles.
Focus,
On being still.
Listening to your Savior's sweet voice that will lead you to a safe,
Secure place.
Where you can find rest for your mind,
Body,
And soul.
The Bible tells us we can find rest.
Knowing God is always with us.
Ready to rescue us.
Redeem us.
And restore us.
Psalm 6 from the King James Version says,
O Lord.
Rebuke me not in thine anger.
Neither chasten me.
In thy hot displeasure.
Have mercy upon me,
O Lord.
For I am weak.
O Lord.
Heal me.
For my bones are vexed.
My soul is also sore vexed.
But Thou,
O Lord.
How long?
Return,
O Lord,
Deliver my soul.
O save me for Thy mercy's sake.
For in death.
There is no remembrance of Thee.
In the grave.
Who shall give thee thanks.
I am weary with my groaning.
All the night make I my bed to swim.
I water my couch with my tears.
Mine eye is consumed because of grief.
It waxeth old.
Because of all mine enemies.
Depart from me,
All ye workers of iniquity.
For the Lord hath heard the voice of my weeping.
The Lord hath heard my supplication.
The Lord will receive my prayer.
Let all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed.
Let them return and be ashamed suddenly.
God's Word makes it clear,
Nothing can separate us from God.
Not our sin,
Not the brokenness in our world.
Not the troubles the enemy brings upon us.
Know God is always here to rescue you.
To help you,
To heal you.
He receives your prayers and works on your behalf.
Find comfort in His Word.
That brings nourishment to our bones.
And peace to our anxious hearts.
Turn to the Lord and bask in His presence.
Allow His mercy and love to wash over you.
Breathe in.
.
.
And out.
As your chest rises.
Feel the weight of your despair be lifted.
Your chest falls.
Feel the peace of God.
Put your mind and soul at ease.
Breathe in.
.
.
And out.
Know His mercy and grace are sufficient for you.
His power is made perfect in your weakness.
You have nothing to fear.
Close your eyes.
Relax your body.
And breathe in.
And down.
Knowing his power rests on you tonight.
Take a deep breath.
When you inhale.
Imagine being filled with joy and delight for the Lord.
Take a moment to praise God for His unfailing love and compassion that saved the world.
Breathe out any distress you are feeling from today.
Reflect on your circumstances to see what is troubling you today.
And allow God to fill you with hope and love.
Think about the times God has shown you His mercy in your life.
Thank Him for His mercy and grace.
Thank Him for the times.
He has healed you.
Or delivered you from the troubling circumstances.
Praise Him for His faithfulness to redeem and restore your life.
Cast all your cares and anxieties on Him.
Allow his hope and peace to fill your heart and mind,
And his comfort to help you experience a deep,
Restful sleep tonight.
Pray for God's intervention in your life.
Ask for his help in a trial you are facing,
Or in a relationship that needs to be reconciled.
Pray God will have mercy on you and your family.
Ask Him to help you show mercy to those around you.
Pray God will help you find your confidence in Him alone.
Take a deep breath.
Breath.
As your body relaxes.
Allow God.
To refresh your soul.
And bring you peace.
To help you rest.
Through the night.
