0:00
I'm Bishop T.D. Jakes inviting you to unwind your mind and spirit with tonight's sleep
0:14
The Lord says to my Lord, sit at my right hand until I make your enemies your footstool
0:25
On 110, verse 1, Dear Lord Jesus tonight, I am grateful for the majesty and power
0:39
Through your loving act of selflessness, I can have victory over anxiety, fear and shame.
0:47
Jesus, you are my high priest and usher me into peace through your spirit.
0:59
Settle my soul in you this evening, craft me into the same peace you've offered your
1:07
people since the Garden of Eden.
1:12
I want to drink from streams of abundant grace and find refreshment in your loving embrace.
1:22
Relax my body and spirit and usher me into a quiet sleep tonight.
1:32
In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.
1:40
Thank you for praying with me.
1:43
I'm Bishop T.D. Jakes inviting you to unwind your mind and spirit with tonight's sleep
1:52
Prepare your heart for this devotional, from the book of Psalms, guiding you into a
2:00
restful embrace under his watchful eyes.
2:08
This is an I Heart Podcast, Guaranteed Human.
2:21
Thank you for joining me, Bishop T.D. Jakes for tonight's episode of the Sleep Songs
2:30
If this episode blessed you, follow the podcast so you never miss a nightly encouragement.
2:44
For tonight's sleep song by Bray.com, we will be meditating on Psalm 110.
2:51
Take a deep cleansing breath, allow the oxygen-rich air to fill your lungs, hold your breath
3:00
for a few seconds, exhale slowly, feeling the oxygen flow freely through your veins, strengthening
3:11
Take another deep breath.
3:14
As you exhale, release the tension in your muscles and relax your neck and shoulders.
3:22
With your next breath, focus on clearing your mind of any distractions.
3:29
When you exhale, let go of any anxious thoughts from today, surrender your worries and doubts
3:39
Know you are safe in his sovereign hands.
3:44
Close your eyes and focus your thoughts on Jesus.
3:49
Think about his love and strength displayed in his sacrifice.
3:54
Think about his power and sovereignty that will be on display in the final battle.
4:01
Be thankful for his sacrifice and be comforted by his future reign when there will be no
4:07
pain and suffering for those who love and seek him.
4:12
Tonight's song gives us a glimpse into the power and authority of Jesus and into a future
4:18
when he will judge and rule over the nations.
4:22
As you listen to God's Word, find hope in the future that is secure in Jesus.
4:29
Psalm 110 from the King James Version says,
4:33
The Lord said unto my Lord, sit thou at my right hand until I make thine enemies thy
4:42
The Lord shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion, rule thou in the midst of thine
4:47
enemies, thy people shall be willing in the day of thy power, in the beauties of holiness
4:54
from the womb of the morning, thou hast the dew of thy youth.
4:59
The Lord hath sworn and will not repent, thou art a priest forever after the order of
5:06
The Lord at thy right hand shall strike through the kings in the day of his wrath.
5:12
He shall judge among the heathen.
5:14
He shall fill the places with the dead bodies.
5:17
He shall wound the heads over many countries.
5:21
He shall drink of the brook in the way, therefore shall he lift up the head.
5:27
Meditate on the holy splendor of the Lord, visualize him ruling in his glory and power.
5:35
See his light pervading every dark corner, revealing truth for all eyes to see.
5:43
Picture him with his mighty scepter, ruling over all the nations and fighting to bring
5:50
his truth and justice to the world.
5:53
Take delight in his sovereignty.
5:56
Allow his hope to fill you with his joy and peace tonight.
6:03
Once your chest rises, lift your spirit to celebrate the victory of the Lord.
6:11
Exhale slowly and allow his praise to warm your heart and soothe your soul.
6:17
Know there is nothing to fear.
6:20
For our Lord will triumph over the evil and darkness in our world.
6:26
With your next exhale, surrender all your fears to the Lord and feel his presence comfort
6:33
you and calm your anxiety.
6:36
Think of any doubts you have of Jesus and who he claimed to be.
6:41
Take a deep breath and lift these doubts to God.
6:46
Ask for his help to answer your questions and to understand who he really is.
6:53
Exhale slowly and allow his truth to fill your mind and body and to lighten your heart.
7:01
Breathe in and out slowly.
7:05
With your next exhale, release any guilt and shame you may be carrying with you because
7:13
Know the Lord is strong enough to handle your doubts and his love never fails you.
7:20
Rejoice in the powerful name of Jesus.
7:23
Exalt the Lord our God.
7:26
Take him for his salvation in which you are safe and secure.
7:31
Thank him for choosing you to do his good works in this world.
7:37
Think of a person who has not accepted Jesus as their Savior.
7:41
Pray God will open their heart and reveal his truth.
7:46
Pray they will encounter Jesus and accept his gift of salvation.
7:53
Lift your requests to the sovereign Lord.
7:56
Know in his power and strength he can provide for you and protect you every day and night.
8:04
Pull your trust in him.
8:07
Pray for courage to share the good news with others.
8:11
Pray God will give you the words to say when you tell others about Jesus.
8:17
Pray for strength to stand firm in your faith, especially during times of persecution.
8:24
Pray God will give you discernment as you navigate our culture.
8:30
Pray for peace as you sleep.
8:33
Pray God will comfort you with his word and with the bright future you have with the
8:44
Allow his peace to wash over you.
8:47
Exhale slowly and release any stress and tension that is still lingering from today.
8:55
Breathe in and out slowly.
8:59
With each exhale, focus on relaxing a different part of the body until your muscles and joints
9:07
soften from your head to your toes.
9:10
Raise your body, relaxes and your mind calms.
9:15
Rest in God's presence and allow him to refresh your mind, body and soul as you sleep peacefully
9:23
throughout the night.
9:33
This is an I Heart Podcast.