Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Joy - Tuesday, January 15, 2013 | Daily Word

Joy

I CREATE A LIFE OF JOY.

Many people have a standard response to the greeting, “Hello. How are you?” For some it might be, “Fine. Thanks.” But what if my response was, “Joyful!” Would it change my thoughts? Would it change the way I view myself and my life?

I choose to live every day in the joy of Spirit. To help me, I can create a “joy chest” of happy memories—pictures, poems and stories that make me smile and inspire me, clippings of things I have done or want to do. I choose items that delight and excite me.

If I am not feeling joyful, I tap into my “joy chest” and remember everything that brings me happiness. As I string together day after joyful day, I create a wonderful and blessed life.

You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be happy, and it shall go well.—Psalm 128:2

Monday, January 14, 2013

Healing - Monday, January 14, 2013 | Daily Word

Healing

IN MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT, I AM WHOLE AND WELL.

Each event in my life gives me the opportunity to heal and grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. I embrace these opportunities and move boldly into wholeness. If the words or actions of others have hurt me, or if fear or doubt leave me disheartened, I turn within to the Divine for guidance and support. I am strengthened as I focus on my oneness with God.

If I seek healing of a physical injury or illness, I trust the power of God within. I open my mind and heart to divine healing. I give thanks for those who have the skills, knowledge and wisdom to help me heal, and I allow them to do so.

My well-being depends on my ongoing communion with the Divine.

The centurion answered, “Lord, … speak the word, and my servant will be healed.”—Matthew 8:8

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Guidance - Sunday, January 13, 2013 | Daily Word

Guidance

I REST IN THE HOLY PLACE WITHIN AND AM GUIDED TO RIGHT ANSWERS.

Faced with conflicting choices in making an important decision, I revisit the holy place within me, where I can find the guidance I seek.

In prayer, I sense divine wisdom nudging me toward the answers that are right for me. I trust the wisdom of God imprinted on my soul and tap into my intuition. I know I have found my right path when I feel a sense of peace settling into my consciousness.

In this sacred communion with loving wisdom, I am inspired to make choices that are morally and spiritually in integrity with the truth of who I am. I am a child of God—clear and directed, wise and loving. I fearlessly act upon the guidance I receive to make sound, God-inspired decisions.

In your steadfast love … you guided them by your strength to your holy abode.—Exodus 15:13

Saturday, January 12, 2013

God’s Light - Saturday, January 12, 2013 | Daily Word

God’s Light

THE LIGHT AND LOVE OF GOD WARM MY HEART AND BRIGHTEN MY DAYS.

During the short days of winter, we see less of the sun, but it hasn’t disappeared. The earth has moved, but the sun is still shining bright and clear.

At times I may feel as if I am in darkness, disconnected from the light of God. Yet God’s light and love are always available. Even when I struggle, God is here for me.

I need only shift my focus to rediscover God. I close my eyes and imagine the light of God everywhere in and around me. I feel it warming my heart and illumining my mind.

God’s presence relieves me of any burdens. I feel lighter and more energetic in body, mind and spirit. God’s light and love fill my heart and brighten my days.

For you who revere my name the sun of righteousness shall rise, with healing in its wings.—Malachi 4:2

Friday, January 11, 2013

World Peace - Friday, January 11, 2013 | Daily Word

World Peace

I COMMIT TO A PATH TO PEACE.

I may be tempted to focus on what is wrong with the world as headlines highlight stories of chaos and conflict. If I dwell on that news, I feel discouraged. Instead, I choose to focus on what is right with the world. I notice the inspiring evidence of goodness and peace being shared.

People all over the world are helping others in distress. Volunteers build houses, grow crops, and provide medical care. Community members stand up for neighbors who have been treated poorly.

I see evidence of Spirit manifesting as good works sprout, grow and enrich our world. I find ways to spread peace and love by sharing my time, skills and resources within my community and beyond.

Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.—Proverbs 3:17

Thursday, January 10, 2013

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Let Go, Let God - Thursday, January 10, 2013 | Daily Word

Let Go, Let God

AS I LET GO AND LET GOD, I AM IN THE DIVINE FLOW OF LIFE.

Chores, tasks, commitments—I always have plenty to do. At times, I may even let my to-do list manage me, rather than the other way around. So today, I take a different approach: I let go.

I let go of rush, resentment, perfectionism and any feelings of insufficiency. Whatever I choose to do, I focus on it with gratitude, aware of the presence of God in this moment and in this work. I let God direct me through each activity with grace and ease, and I experience the joy of giving.

When I finish, I bless what I have done and move on to my next task. I work in this way throughout the day, letting go and letting God steer me from one activity to the next. I am in the divine flow, and I am grateful.

Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me.—John 14:1

Monthly Affirmations

Affirmations are positive statements of Truth. By affirming Truth we are lifted out of false thinking into the consciousness of Spirit. Each time we pray positively and faithfully, we are calling forth the divine activity that is always within us.

We focus on these daily prayers and affirmations throughout the month for greater expression of our divine inner light. Giving thanks in advance, we claim each affirmation as true for ourselves and our loved ones, remaining open and receptive to the highest good for all.

January 2013

Inner Peace
God’s peace is within me.
Guidance
I rest in the holy place within and am guided to right answers.
Healing
In mind, body and spirit, I am whole and well.
Prosperity
I am a prosperous child of God.
World Peace
I commit to a path of peace.

February 2013

Inner Peace
Peace permeates my being. I am calm and serene.
Guidance
I act on divine guidance.
Healing
The flow of Divine Life revitalizes me.
Prosperity
As I appreciate my good, it expands.
World Peace
I set an example of peace in our world.

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