Change - Saturday, February 02, 2013 | Daily Word

Change - Saturday, February 02, 2013 | Daily Word

Change

I OPEN TO THE BLESSINGS OF CHANGE.

Though change is inevitable in life, I may not always welcome it. The good news is I can change my thoughts about change! If I am feeling unsettled about a new situation, I can soften my resistance by looking for hidden gems in the unfolding experience.

Like a child digging in the sand for buried treasure, I search beyond appearances until I find gold. I see change as an opportunity for greater understanding and spiritual growth.

With practice, I welcome change as the catalyst for discovering the kingdom of God within me. I look for gold, look for good, and look for God in every person and every unfolding situation. I am open to the blessings of change.

Unless you change and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.—Matthew 18:3

Faith - Friday, February 01, 2013 | Daily Word

Faith - Friday, February 01, 2013 | Daily Word

Faith

I DO NOT PRAY FOR FAITH; I PRAY FROM FAITH!

Faith perceives the substance of Spirit. I activate the power of my faith by choosing to see challenges as spiritual potential. From this vantage point, I zero in on dynamic thoughts that reveal divine possibilities not yet visible to me.

When I enter into prayer, I do not pray for faith. My praying indicates I already have faith! I claim that faith as I affirm: Challenges have no power over me! The power and strength of God within shifts, shapes and illuminates all aspects of this situation, to make my way clear.

I am not shaken or swayed by impatience, doubt or the skepticism of others. I plant my feet on a foundation of Truth—and stand firm in faith!

If you do not stand firm in faith, you shall not stand at all.—Isaiah 7:9

- Thursday, January 31, 2013 | Daily Word

- Thursday, January 31, 2013 | Daily Word

MY ENERGY IS PROPERLY DIRECTED, AND I LIVE A HAPPY LIFE.

Life is energy and the results I see in my life are a reflection of how I am directing my energy. If life seems unsatisfying, perhaps I am not expending my energy in a God-directed way.

Life is meant to be lived fully and intentionally. When my thoughts and conversations are positive and uplifting, I contribute to peace and harmony in my home, at workand in my social group. I have a joyous outlook on life. My thoughts are inspired; my words are strong, kind, loving and effective; my actions are purposeful and definite.

As I allow the spirit of God within to direct my actions and attitudes in constructive ways, I live a happy life.

My speech and my proclamation were not with plausible words of wisdom, but with a demonstration of the Spirit and of power.—1 Corinthians 2:4

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Spiritual Growth - Wednesday, January 30, 2013 | Daily Word

Spiritual Growth - Wednesday, January 30, 2013 | Daily Word

Spiritual Growth

I MAKE CHOICES THAT HELP ME GROW AS A SPIRITUAL BEING.

Spiritual growth is an ongoing process and a very personal one. I open myself to insights every day and my lessons come in many ways. From the moment I wake to the time I go to sleep, I have opportunities to learn and grow.

An important part of my spiritual development is learning to make wise choices. I can choose to have a positive attitude or a negative one. I can choose to make healthy or unhealthy decisions for my mind and body. I can choose to enhance my relationships, treating others in kind and respectful ways.

Spiritual lessons are always available. I embrace them and rise to a higher level of understanding each day.

Choose this day whom you will serve … but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.—Joshua 24:15

Prosperity - Tuesday, January 29, 2013 | Daily Word

Prosperity - Tuesday, January 29, 2013 | Daily Word

Prosperity

I AM A PROSPEROUS CHILD OF GOD.

If I find myself envying someone who inherits great wealth, I pause to recall who I am. I am the beloved child of the most generous parent of all—the Divine Creator. I am worthy of good, and my good is never withheld from me.

As I contemplate this Truth, I release any thoughts of lack, limitation or unworthiness. I am not in a faraway country, apart from my Beloved. God is as closeto me as my own breath. Filled with a consciousness of God’s ever-presence, I manifest abundant supply.

I claim the prosperity of my divine inheritance. With my attention on the fullness at hand, I find more blessings to count than stars in the sky. I am the prosperous child of an infinitely abundant Creator.

Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.—Luke 12:32

Comfort - Monday, January 28, 2013 | Daily Word

Comfort - Monday, January 28, 2013 | Daily Word

Comfort

YOUR ROD AND YOUR STAFF—THEY COMFORT ME.

When I experience a deep loss, I lean on divine understanding to see me through. The psalmist speaks of the comfort of the “rod and staff,” symbolizing God’s unfailing strength. The presence of God within supports and comforts me when I feel unable to stand alone.

I trust in divine infinite love and in the indwelling power of God to heal my heart and restore my peace. I don’t need to know when or how circumstances will change. I simply open my heart to God’s presence here and now. Strengthened and at peace, I move forward with my life … out of the valley of darkness and into the light. I am grateful for the healing comfort of God’s presence.

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff—they comfort me.—Psalm 23:4