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Thursday, February 28, 2013

Celebrate - Thursday, February 28, 2013 | Daily Word

Celebrate

I CELEBRATE THE FULLNESS OF LIFE.

Celebrations commonly occur on birthdays, anniversaries and holidays; yet all types of experiences make up the fullness of my life. In life I will face loss and challenge, joy and achievement. Understanding and appreciating the full spectrum of life’s experiences, I celebrate all points along the way.

I celebrate the moments that lift me up and those that challenge me to step up. I praise every evidence of God’s goodness and every occasion where the activity of God comes into view. I am filled with joy and enthusiasm for living and loving all that life has to offer. Praise and celebration invite the good to spring forth. The fullness of life is a gift from God.

You shall celebrate with all the bounty that the Lord your God has given to you.—Deuteronomy 26:11

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Insight - Wednesday, February 27, 2013 | Daily Word

Insight

SPIRITUAL INSIGHT ILLUMINES MY MIND AND GUIDES MY STEPS.

As I’m driving home on a stormy night, a flash of lightning illuminates the landscape. For an instant, I can see my way. Similarly, a flash of insight illumines my mind in the midst of a dark situation. In that instant, I see the true nature of a person or event. Insights are an essential element of wisdom, allowing me to discover solutions I could not fathom before.

Insight does not come through striving or stress, grasping for answers or polling others for advice. I need only become quiet and still, and look to the kingdom of God within me. When I’m relaxed and receptive, spiritual insight comes. I have an “Aha!” experience. In a flash of insight, I know the mind of God is my ever-present source of wisdom.

The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever else you get, get insight.—Proverbs 4:7

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

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Harmony - Tuesday, February 26, 2013 | Daily Word

Harmony

I CREATE HARMONY BY TUNING IN TO GOD’S PERFECT ORDER.

When disharmony surfaces in my life, I can easily blame others for the discord or even lash out at them. But blame serves no positive purpose; it only delays peace.

No matter how disagreeable someone may seem, I can still feel harmonious. In prayer, I seek common ground with others by blessing them. I attune myself to the harmony of God—the same divine principle that orchestrates the order of the universe.

In challenging situations, I do not undermine the good work of prayer by reacting negatively. I let powerful, compassionate impressions seep into my mind until they direct my responses. I align with the harmony of God by prayerfully blessing all.

Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them.—Romans 12:14

Monday, February 25, 2013

Healing - Monday, February 25, 2013 | Daily Word

Healing

THE FLOW OF DIVINE LIFE REVITALIZES ME.

Just as life-giving waters replenish a parched land, the healing power of Divine Life replenishes me. I am body, mind and spirit. No aspect of my being is untouched by the healing life of God as it directs the healing of wounds and the casting off of dis-ease.

My body is infused with the energy and vitality of Divine Life. My cells dance with the vibration of wholeness, and I am strengthened.

My heart and mind are enlivened and uplifted by the life of God within. Divine guidance is clear and I am confident of success. My spirit is a channel for the ever-renewing, ever-healing flow of Divine Life in me.

Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb.—Revelation 22:1

Sunday, February 24, 2013

Today - Sunday, February 24, 2013 | Daily Word

Today

I AM GRATEFUL FOR THE WONDERS OF THIS DAY.

God’s love surrounds me and expresses in both obvious and subtle ways. Setting aside the burdens of yesterday and any worries about tomorrow, I lovingly give my full attention to today. I mindfully notice and appreciate each present moment and each person I meet.

I tune in to God’s loving presence, whether I am alone in the Silence or immersed in the day’s busy routine. I feel the Presence in the rhythm of my breath and sense it in the smile of a passerby. I experience God when I help a co-worker or when I receive a compliment. As I let go of reliving yesterday or planning for tomorrow, my heart rejoices in the wonders of this day, this very special day that the Lord has made.

This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.—Psalm 118:24

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Prosperity - Saturday, February 23, 2013 | Daily Word

Prosperity

AS I APPRECIATE MY GOOD, IT EXPANDS.

Magnets attract metal. When one holds a magnet over a collection of items, only those with metallic properties will move toward it. The same is true of my thoughts. Whatever I am thinking about attracts thoughts and ideas with similar properties.

The universe abundantly meets my every need. When my mind and heart are filled with gratitude, I realize my good. I thank God for loving relationships, for the ongoing renewal of my mind and body, and for the seemingly miraculous ways in which my needs are continually met.

The joy and gratitude I share bless everyone around me. As I appreciate my good, it expands.

God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance.—2 Corinthians 9:8