Oasis Soul Tending Renewal
Personal (DIY) Preparation Two
*You will need a paper and pen or journal for this session.
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Stillness Meditation – Pause
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Begin by taking a deep cleaning breath and slowly exhale.
Soften your body into a comfortable position.
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Devoutly spend three to five minutes intentionally placing yourself in God’s presence and becoming consciously aware that He is with you. Despite your solitude, you are not alone—the triune God is present with you and within you.
Soul Tending Worship (pause and ponder as you quiet your body.)
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I Receive Julie True
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Rest in Your Presence Quiet Landing
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Soul-FULL Prayers
​{This process will take approximately 20 minutes.}
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Slowly read each scripture as a prayer to the Father, personalizing the language as you let your words be directed by God. Then, answer the question posed in the prayer as you begin your dialogue with God.
Secure
Psalm 16:5-11 (MSG)
My choice is You, God, first and only. And now I find I’m Your choice! You set me up with a house and yard. And then You made me Your heir! The wise counsel God gives when I’m awake is confirmed by my sleeping heart. Day and night I’ll stick with God; I’ve got a good thing going and I’m not letting go. I’m happy from the inside out, and from the outside in, I’m firmly formed. You canceled my ticket to hell—that’s not my destination! Now you’ve got my feet on the life path, all radiant from the shining of Your face. Ever since You took my hand, I’m on the right way.
What do You want to speak to my heart, Father?
A Fearless Heart
Psalm 27:1-6 (MSG)
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Light, space, zest—that’s God! So, with Him on my side I’m fearless, afraid of no one and nothing. When vandal hordes ride down ready to eat me alive, those bullies and toughs
fall flat on their faces. When besieged, I’m calm as a baby. When all hell breaks loose,
I’m collected and cool. I’m asking God for one thing, only one thing: to live with Him in His house my whole life long. I’ll contemplate His beauty; I’ll study at His feet. That’s the only quiet, secure place in a noisy world, the perfect getaway, far from the buzz of traffic. God holds me head and shoulders above all who try to pull me down. I’m headed for His place to offer anthems that will raise the roof! Already I’m singing God-songs; I’m making music to God.
What are the fears deep in my soul?
Calmed Anxiety
Psalm 94:16-19 (MSG)
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Who stood up for me against the wicked? Who took my side against evil workers? If God hadn’t been there for me, I never would have made it. The minute I said, “I’m slipping, I’m falling,” Your love, God, took hold and held me fast. When I was upset and beside myself, You calmed me down and cheered me up.
How is your soul responding to God’s words?
Discontentment
Psalm 37:7 (MSG)
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Quiet down before God, be prayerful before Him. Don’t bother with those who climb the ladder, who elbow their way to the top.
Is my soul content? Explore the no.
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Centering and Awareness Meditation – continuing your dialogue with God
​{This process will take approximately 20 minutes.}
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Embrace the slow with a heart positioned to receive from God.
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​Host God's Presence
- Breathe deeply, inhaling peace and exhaling tension.
- Invite the Holy Spirit to envelop you until the warmth of His love saturates your soul.
- With gentle intention, speak, "I am here, Father, waiting on You." Feel His presence wrap around you like a comforting embrace.
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Gratitude Expression
- Write down ten things you are grateful for (big and small).
- Speak aloud gratitude as a sweet offering to God, igniting your soul with joy and connecting your heart to His.
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Holy Spirit Invitation
- Invite the Holy Spirit to illuminate your spirit and soul, sharpening your discernment.
- Reflect on the past few days -where do you see the Presence of God?
- Acknowledge your emotions—welcome them, for they guide you in understanding your journey with God.
- Are you holding anything that you need to confess to God and seek His forgiveness?
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The Joyful Horizon
- Contemplate your tomorrows—what stirs joyful excitement within you?
- What fears linger on the edges of your soul?
- Pray and visualize each step of joy and fear as you invite His guidance and grace. Trust He’ll lead you to your divine purpose.
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Close your Meditation
- Spend a few sacred moments in stillness, attuning your spirit to His gentle whisper.
- Invite His presence to journey with you day and night.
- Leave your meditation as you feel His unconditional, unwavering love.
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May this time of communion bring you peace and give you the courage to walk confidently on the path He has shown you.
See you at 9:30 (central time) for our Second Session.
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You will need your notes from the meditation for this session.