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Monday, May 13, 2013

Healing - Monday, May 13, 2013 | Daily Word

Healing

I AM HEALTHY IN MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT.

Good health is important to me. I want to feel, do, and be my best mentally, physically, and spiritually. One key to my good health is prayer. In quiet moments of communion with God, I open myself to wisdom, power, and inspiration.

I visualize God’s life within me as healthy cells, creative thoughts, and vital energy. The life of God animates and regenerates my body, mind, and spirit. It is the life force that keeps me strong.

If health challenges arise, I meet each one with faith and understanding. Proper nutrition, ample rest, and daily prayer are all part of my health plan. I trust the spirit of God within to lead me to right actions and optimum health.

Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you?—1 Corinthians 6:19

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Mother’s Blessing - Sunday, May 12, 2013 | Daily Word

Mother’s Blessing

MAY ALL MOTHERS BE BLESSED WITH LOVE AND APPRECIATION.

I bless mothers and all who give from their hearts to care for children. Love is essential for a child to thrive and grow, and today we celebrate and honor maternal love.

With gratitude in my heart, I bring to mind my own mother or a motherly figure. I give thanks for the one who nurtured and guided me, stood by me through difficulties, shaped me into the person I am today. Connected by a love that transcends time, distance, and circumstance, we are one in the love of God, forever linked and blessed.

Mothers of the world, may you be blessed knowing you are loved and appreciated. God is the source from which all love emanates, and you are an expression of God’s love as you tend to those in your care.

I will bless her, and she shall give rise to nations.–Genesis 17:16

Friday, May 10, 2013

World Peace - Friday, May 10, 2013 | Daily Word

World Peace

I ENVISION PEACE, HARMONY, AND LOVE FOR ALL PEOPLE.

Archbishop Desmond Tutu once said, “Let us come together and be one; let us be people of peace; let us be people of harmony.” These words are a gentle reminder of the importance of working together for peace.

We are all members of the global community, united on this glorious planet. As part of the world community, I have a responsibility to be a person of peace. In my daily life, I listen, learn, and share with honesty and kindness. I allow peace and love to express through me as the thoughts I hold, the questions I ponder, the words I use, and the actions I take.

I am an ambassador of peace in the world, affirming peace and harmony for all people.

Let us then pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding.—Romans 14:19

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Forgive - Thursday, May 09, 2013 | Daily Word

Forgive

MY HEART OPENS AS I FORGIVE.

In my prayer time, I realize I cannot forgive with a hardened heart. Whatever wrong I perceive has hurt me, I know forgiveness is the path to healing. Divine Love is the great solvent. It softens all hardened conditions of mind and heart. I open myself to divine love and allow it to heal me.

I begin by visualizing each of us entering the world as an innocent babe. Beneath any hurt, fear, or judgment, we are still that pure Essence of Being. Opening my heart, I connect my pure Essence to that of others. I speak a simple prayer, “May you be blessed.” I release each wound to the forgiving, healing power of Divine Love. With a softened heart, I welcome my good—the peace of forgiveness.

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.—Matthew 5:8

Our Daily Bread

Our Daily Bread -- “Don’t Worry, Dad!”

May 9, 2013


Our Daily Bread is hosted by Les Lamborn

READ: Exodus 14:19-25

The glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. —Isaiah 58:8

Last summer, my husband and I hosted a concert and fundraiser for childhood cancer research. We planned to have the event in our backyard, but weather forecasts were dismal. A few hours before the event, we began calling our 100+ guests to inform them of a change in venue. As our friends and family began feverishly toting food, decorations, and equipment from our house to our church gym, our daughter Rosie took a moment to give her dad a hug and remind him on behalf of the kids and grandkids that they were there for him: “Don’t worry, Dad! We’ve got your back.”

Hearing that expression is comforting because it reminds us that we’re not on our own. Someone is saying, “I’m here. I’ll take care of whatever you might miss. I’ll be a second set of eyes and hands for you.”

As the Israelites were escaping a life of slavery, Pharaoh sent his army of chariots and horsemen to give chase (Ex. 14:17). But “the Angel of God . . . and the pillar of cloud went from before them and stood behind them” (v.19). In this way, God hid and protected them throughout the night. The next day, He parted the Red Sea so they could safely cross over.

God tells us “Don’t worry” as well. “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Rom. 8:31). —Cindy Hess Kasper

God’s hand that holds the ocean’s depths
Can hold my small affairs;
His hand that guides the universe
Can carry all my cares. —Anon.

Our work is to cast care; God’s work is to take care!

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

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Inner Peace - Wednesday, May 08, 2013 | Daily Word

Inner Peace

I AM AT PEACE.

I am at peace. These words quiet my thoughts and soothe my mind. I speak them softly to myself, feeling their gentle vibration move through my body. Tension melts away. I am still; I am at peace.

I draw on the peace of the Christ Presence by focusing inward. The true source of inner peace is always within me. Consciously attuned to this center of peace, I release any concerns about the outer world. I let go of fear, pain, and expectations of others. I drop any worry about my responsibilities, knowing I will return to them refreshed and re-energized.

I willingly and gratefully accept the peace of the indwelling Christ and carry it with me throughout this day.

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives.—John 14:27