Joy - Sunday, December 23, 2012 | Daily Word

Joy - Sunday, December 23, 2012 | Daily Word

Joy

I RELAX AND LET JOY FLOW FREELY.

I elevate my life and my spiritual journey by calling forth joy—the natural joy that is inherently mine. Joy does not come from outer events and circumstances; it bubbles up from within. While events may trigger happiness and excitement, joy is part of who I am as a child of God.

As I consciously connect with the Christ in me through contemplation, meditation and prayer, I feel a rush of joy—the rebirth of my Christ Consciousness. This is true joy, and it is harmonizing and healing. It uplifts me regardless of what might be happening around me.

I trust in the activity of the Christ in me and in my life. I relax and let joy flow freely.

I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.—John 15:11

Healing - Saturday, December 22, 2012 | Daily Word

Healing - Saturday, December 22, 2012 | Daily Word

Healing

I THINK, FEEL AND FOSTER HEALTH  AND WHOLENESS.

My thoughts are powerful. This is especially evident with respect to my health. When I hold thoughts of strength and vitality, I am receptive to the healing energy of God. When I hold thoughts of joy and peace, I am open to God’s soothing spirit.

Just as I can reset my computer when it malfunctions, I can reset my thoughts and habits when they are destructive. I shift my thoughts from worry and fear to hope and healing. I shift my lifestyle from inactive to lively and replace unhealthy choices with beneficial foods and activities.

Through my thoughts and actions, I begin a new plan of health and wholeness, blessing myself in mind, body and spirit.

Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed.—Jeremiah 17:14

Go Within - Friday, December 21, 2012 | Daily Word

Go Within - Friday, December 21, 2012 | Daily Word

Go Within

ANYTIME IS A GOOD TIME TO GO WITHIN.

Jesus did not limit prayer to a specific time or place, and neither do I. Any time, day or night, I go within and pray. As the sun rises each morning and I awake, I go within to align with Spirit. I set an intention for myself around the qualities I am willing to embody—peace and harmony, gratitude and joy, compassion and kindness.

During the day, I may step aside from my routine to once again go within for reflection or guidance. Just a few moments of connection with God centers me.

As the sun sets and I prepare for sleep, I turn within once more simply to enjoy the peace and quiet and to reflect upon my day with gratitude. God is with me always, and anytime is a good time to pray.

During those days he went out to the mountain to pray; and he spent the night in prayer to God.—Luke 6:12

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As a Child - Thursday, December 20, 2012 | Daily Word

As a Child - Thursday, December 20, 2012 | Daily Word

As a Child

WITH THE FAITH OF A CHILD, I OPEN MY MIND AND HEART TO THE KINGDOM OF GOD.

For a child living in a cold climate, the first snowfall is a gift of wonder. Christmas lights sparkling against a snowy backdrop create a storybook scene. But whether children live in a cold region or the tropics, they are fully open to the joy of the season, free of worries, and filled with expectations of good.

When I set aside my concerns, I become like a child. I open to the wonder of God’s kingdom. My faith anticipates only good and I easily discover it. Even when my days are filled with responsibilities, I can take a moment to feel grateful for all God has provided. I am God’s child, and with the faith of a child, I delight in the wonder of God’s kingdom.

Let the little children come to me … for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs.—Luke 18:16

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Let Go, Let God - Wednesday, December 19, 2012 | Daily Word

Let Go, Let God - Wednesday, December 19, 2012 | Daily Word

Let Go, Let God

INFINITE GOOD FLOWS FREELY THROUGH MY LIFE.

Blessings flow freely through an open channel but are impeded by a constricted channel. When I hold tightly to fear, anxiety, anger or a specific outcome, I restrict the free flow of the Divine in my life.

In order to let go and let God, I must first consider what I am holding tightly in my mind and heart. Once I recognize it, I gently release it through prayer. When I am ready to let go, what I no longer need falls easily away.

I let go of the belief that something is missing in my life, and I accept my good. I let go of any thoughts of limits or restrictions and allow the power of God to expand my experience of abundance, heal my wounds, and manifest an even more perfect outcome than I could have imagined.

Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.—Proverbs 4:23