Becoming the Womb of God
A Christmas Meditation
Introduction:
In this gentle meditation, we'll explore the profound idea of being rather than doing during this Advent season. We'll reflect on Mary's receptivity and the concept of creating space for the divine within ourselves. Let this practice guide you towards inner stillness and openness.
🌟 Settling In
Find a comfortable seated position.
Close your eyes and take a deep, cleansing breath.
Feel your body relaxing, releasing any tension or stress.
Take another slow breath, inviting calm and presence.
✨ Creating Inner Space
Imagine your body as a sacred vessel, a dwelling place for the divine.
With each breath, create more space within yourself.
Exhale any clutter, worries, or to-do lists.
Inhale a sense of openness and receptivity.
Silently affirm: "I am creating space for the divine within me."
🌅 Embracing Stillness
Picture Mary in her quiet contemplation.
Feel the peace of her single-hearted love and recollection.
Allow yourself to sink into this stillness.
Breathe in serenity, exhale any need to "make" things happen.
Take a moment to simply be in this peaceful state.
💖 Nurturing the Divine
Visualize your heart as a warm, nurturing womb.
Feel it pulsing with life and potential.
With each breath, nourish the divine presence growing within you.
Exhale any fears or doubts about your capacity to hold this presence.
Silently affirm: "I am a sanctuary for divine love."
✨ Birthing Peace and Justice
Imagine the peace and justice that can be born through your being.
Feel it radiating from your heart to the world around you.
Breathe in compassion, exhale healing energy.
Envision this energy touching all who are vulnerable or in need.
Take a moment to silently commit to being a vessel for peace and justice.
🌟 Saying "Yes" to the Divine
Hear Mary's "Yes" echoing in your own heart.
Feel the power of your own willingness to birth the divine.
Breathe in courage, exhale any hesitation.
Allow yourself to fully embody this "Yes."
Silently affirm: "I say 'Yes' to birthing divine love in the world."
🌅 Returning with Renewed Purpose
Slowly bring your attention back to your surroundings.
Feel the seat beneath you, the air on your skin.
Carry the sense of being a womb for the divine as you open your eyes.
Take a deep breath, grounding yourself in this moment and your new purpose.
Remember, you are a living sanctuary, capable of nurturing and birthing divine love in the world.