Psalm 131

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Tonight's prayer is from Psalm 131:1. 

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Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:03):
I'm Bishop T. D. Jakes, inviting you to unwine your
mind and spirit with Tonight's sleep Psalm. Oh Lord, my
heart isn't arrogant, nor my eyes lofty, Nor do I
concern myself with great matters or things too wonderful for me.

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Psalm one thirty one, Verse one. Dear Lord, my heart
is humble before you. I want the meditations of my
heart to be on your greatness instead of mind. My
mind can restlessly race with thoughts too lofty for me.

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So I pray you would ground me tonight, Lord, guard
me its pride, and anchor me and humility like a
child content in his mother's arms. I want to be
comforted in your presence. Cradle me in grace and nurse

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me with your word. Quiet my soul, and establish my
hope in you. When the world rageous and nations descend
into darkness, uphold me with your righteous hand. I sleep

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soundly tonight, sheltered in your embrace in Jesus name, Amen.
Thank you for praying with me. I'm Bishop TD Jakes,

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inviting you to unwind your mind and spirit with Tonight's sleep. Song.
Prepare your heart for this devotional from the Book of
songs guiding you into a RESTful embrace under his watchful eyes.

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Speaker 2 (02:52):
Hello, I'm Grace. For tonight's sleep song by pray dot Com.
We will be meditating on Psalm one hundred thirty one.
In our fast paced culture, it can be hard to
find rest, but a quiet space and rest is what
we need to reconnect with God and recharge our faith

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and to rejuvenate our body and mind. Before we listen
to God's word, Let's take a few minutes to unwind
from the day and clear our head. Retreat to a
space that is free of distractions to help you concentrate
on controlling your breathing and relaxing your body. Then get comfortable.

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You can lie down flat on your back with your
arms resting by your side, or you can sit up
in a chair or against the wall. Be sure your
back is flat and straight and your neck and shoulders
are relaxed. Close your eyes and take a deep breath.

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Find the areas of your body that are tense as
you exhale slowly, release the stress in the muscles in
the tense areas of your body. With each breath you take,
focus on relaxing different areas. Breathe in and out, contract

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and relax your muscles until your joints soften and your
body is free of tension. With your next breath, focus
on lifting your stress from the day to the Lord
and releasing your anxious thoughts into his hands. Enjoy the

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freedom you have in his presence. Know you are free
from your worries and anxiety, free from your sin and shame,
and free from the it demands and difficulties of the day.
The Bible tells us contentment comes from trusting the Lord
and putting our hope in him. Tonight, rest quietly in

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the presence of the Lord, trusting he will care for
you and do what is right. Psalm one hundred thirty
one from the King James version says, Lord, my heart
is not haughty, nor my eyes lofty. Neither do I
exercise myself in great matters or in things too high

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for me. Surely I have behaved and quieted myself as
a child that is weaned of his mother. My soul
is even as a weaned child, Let Israel hope in
the Lord from henceforth and forever. True contentment cannot be
found in the things of this world. Materialism and success

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will never fully satisfy you because they just leave you
wanting more. But God's salvation and his word can satisfy
your soul and fulfill your desires. The secret to contentment
is trusting the Lord and letting his strength carry you

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through the day and sustain you through the night. Take
a deep breath, humble yourself before the Lord. Lift your
spirit to exalt the One True God. Exhale slowly, and
surrender control to the Lord. Allow his hands to lead

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you to his hope, joy, and peace. Rest in his sovereignty,
trusting he is in complete control of your surroundings. Think
of a time where you put your trust in your intelligence,
and think of a time where you felt spiritually superior

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to others. Confess any pride in your heart. Confess any
hurtful words you spoke to others in your arrogance. Ask
for the Lord's forgiveness. Ask for the Lord to help
you put your trust in him. Take a deep, cleansing breath.

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Allow his forgiveness to wash away your shame. Exhale slowly,
and surrender to the Lord. Know the Lord will never
disappoint you. In him, you will find contentment and satisfaction.
Rejoice in the hope of the Lord. Rejoice in his

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strength and sovereignty. Thank Him for being in control of
your life and our world. Thank Him for his provision
in your life. Thank Him for an nae. Sing your prayers.
Think of a person who tries to find contentment in
the things of this world. Pray God will turn their

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heart toward him and help them find satisfaction in his
presence and in his provision. Pray they will find rest
in a world that never sleeps. Lay your requests before
the Lord. Approach him with confidence, knowing he hears you

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and he cares about your needs and desires. Pray God
will restore the hope of his people in your community.
Pray he will remind them the joy of his salvation
and the power of his strength during difficult times. Pray
God will help you learn what it means to be content.

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Pray you will find satisfaction in His provision and rest
in His salvation. Pray God's presence will calm you quiet
in your thoughts and soothing your soul. Pray you will
find rest in his peace. To night, breathe in and

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out slowly, relax in his presence. Know you are safe
and secure in his hands. As you lay down to sleep,
allow his peace to refresh your mind, body, and soul.