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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

A CALMING BREATH RESTORES MY PEACE.

When life gets hectic, I may feel pressured to move quickly. However, I have another choice. That choice is to breathe. It only takes a few seconds, yet it makes a world of difference.

I breathe in and out, fully and deeply—once and again. Mindfully, I take a breath in, and mindfully, I release. I am centered, focused and at peace. Calm washes over me. These few moments give my mind, body and spirit a mini-break. I remember I have all I need to meet any challenge.

With my mind now at ease, I return to my day reassured and serene. Perhaps I’ve even had a flash of insight. I am thankful as I remember to take a few moments throughout the day to be soothed by a calming breath.

Monday, June 4, 2012

Oneness with God - Dr. James A. Lee

Oneness -

Oneness

I AM ONE WITH ALL THAT IS.

When I look in the mirror, I see my face, my body and the external boundaries of “me.” Then I close my eyes and imagine standing alone at the edge of the ocean. I feel the boundary dissolve between me and All That Is.

I am one cell in the body of the Universe, one heart beating with the rhythm of One Life. My breath unites with the breeze, stirring the trees, sweeping across the water. My spirit lifts with eagle’s wings.

In Spirit, I am one with divine power and eternal life. Through God, I am joined with all of life. I am at peace.

When I am one with All That Is, I am more of who I am. Lift up your eyes all around and see; they all gather, they come to you. —Isaiah 49:18

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Donnie McClurkin & Karen Clark Sheard

The Freedom You Need- Dr. James A. Lee

Free - Sunday

Free

I AM FREE TO SPREAD MY WINGS AND SOAR.

As I glimpse a bird flying in the sky above, I consider what its day might be like. It is free to soar without limitation, to fly wherever it chooses.

In many ways, I am like that bird. I, too, am free to spread my wings and soar beyond seeming limitations. I feel free and light as I consider how I might give wings to my dreams. Perhaps it is time to begin a new chapter in my life, set a new course. I am not restricted by circumstance, for I see beyond to new possibilities.

Blessed with the gift of imagination, I envision my life made new. I release old ways of thinking and being and take my next step with faith and excitement. I am free to create the life I desire—free as a bird!

Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.—2 Corinthians 3:17

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Creativity - Saturday, June 02, 2012 | Daily Word

Creativity

WITH GOD, I CO-CREATE A WORLD OF LOVE AND ABUNDANCE.

Creative energy is an integral part of me. Because I am made in the image and likeness of God, I am a unique expression of creative energy. I have within me all I need to be creative.

I color the canvas of my life with my thoughts and words. I create a life vibrant with love as I give praise and thanks. I paint from the infinite palette of God as I tap into divine inspiration. Whether I make a loaf of bread or a work of art, it is my unique creation.

Whatever my gifts, I am an outlet for God’s divine ideas to flow into the world. Through the smallest act of kindness or the grandest gift, I contribute to a world of divine love and abundance.