Inner Peace - Friday, August 30, 2013 | Daily Word

Inner Peace - Friday, August 30, 2013 | Daily Word

INNER PEACE IS ONLY A THOUGHT AWAY.

When outer annoyances seem to keep me from feeling calm, serene, or centered, I focus my awareness inward and rediscover inner peace.

As I close my eyes and concentrate on my breathing, the day’s stress and concerns melt away. I remember that peace is my true nature. I recover my peace one thought, one breath, one prayer at a time.

Conflict and chaos in the outer world have no permanence. Peace is not a lack of conflict, but an abiding realization that conflict does not define or control me. I create my life through the thoughts I choose to think—and I choose peace.

Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?—Matthew 6:25

Forgiveness - Thursday, August 29, 2013 | Daily Word

Forgiveness - Thursday, August 29, 2013 | Daily Word

I BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS.

To believe fully and completely in the forgiving love of God is to know peace and freedom. The moment I turn within to God in prayer, with humility and acceptance, I am freed from past mistakes. God’s forgiving love instantly dissolves bitterness, resentment, and condemnation.

I may have acted or spoken in a way I am ashamed of. I may wish I could retrace my steps and start over again. But it is through living that we learn and grow. My missteps help me see how I want to change and who I want to be.

No matter what I have done or what circumstances influenced me, I can start anew, make amends, and accept God’s forgiveness. I embrace a new vision of life, and I am free now to express it.

There is forgiveness with you.—Psalm 130:4

My Dreams - Wednesday, August 28, 2013 | Daily Word

My Dreams - Wednesday, August 28, 2013 | Daily Word

WITH FAITH, I FOLLOW MY DREAMS.

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” Dr. King drew on the power of faith to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. I have within me this same divine power, and I can use it to pursue my dreams.

Whether I dream of writing a book, sailing around the world, or effecting positive change in my community, I, too, must take the first step, even though “the whole staircase” may not be visible.

If fear or self-doubt arises, I go within and allow the presence of God to support me in mind, body, and spirit. One step at a time, my way is made clear. With faith, my dreams come to fruition.

Happy are those whose help is the God of Jacob … who keeps faith forever.—Psalm 146:5, 6

Progress - Tuesday, August 27, 2013 | Daily Word

Progress - Tuesday, August 27, 2013 | Daily Word

Progress

I APPRECIATE MY PROGRESS.

Living in the moment is a powerful practice; yet at times I may need to step back for a larger perspective. As I contemplate where I have been and what I have accomplished, I awaken to and appreciate the progress I have made.

I may not have reached my full potential yet, but I can appreciate every phase of my journey—past, present, and future. Each step forward deepens the meaning and purpose of my life.

I need not rush or force my progress. I am one with the One Presence—in everything that is and will be. Knowing I am divinely supported, I relax and enjoy life’s abundant opportunities to learn and grow.

I am going to send an angel in front of you, to guard you on the way and to bring you to the place that I have prepared.—Exodus 23:20

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▶ Walter Hawkins - Be Grateful - YouTube

Divine Order - Monday, August 26, 2013 | Daily Word

Divine Order - Monday, August 26, 2013 | Daily Word

I ACT ON MY INTENTIONS.

When I take on a new creative enterprise, I do so with the finished product clearly in mind. I start with a vision, make a plan, and gather the tools. I waste no energy worrying how the process will unfold. I proceed with intention and confidence. When I focus on what I am doing, the steps follow in divine order to create the results I envision.

Life is a cocreative process. At one with Spirit, I affirm a life filled with loving relationships, abundant blessings, health, and wholeness.

Monitoring my thoughts and words, I gently let any discouragement pass me by. I stay focused on my intentions, and the results unfold in divine order.

You have made the moon to mark the seasons; the sun knows its time for setting.—Psalm 104:19

Free - Sunday, August 25, 2013 | Daily Word

Free - Sunday, August 25, 2013 | Daily Word

Free

THROUGH THE POWER OF THE CHRIST IN ME, I AM FOREVER FREE.

Through the Christ in me, I am free from limitation. I am not bound by circumstances or victim to negative influences. I am free with the freedom of Spirit, and this is my innermost truth. I rejoice and give thanks for it.

The Christ within is freedom and liberation. If I face an undesirable situation, I do not give it power. I simply, but firmly, declare my freedom. I am an expression of the Christ. This is the truth of me.

Outward appearances have no power to hurt me, for I am centered and poised in the power of the Christ. I walk serene and unafraid, filled with faith and confidence. The source of my freedom is the unfailing power of Christ within. In this power, I rise above every limiting condition and I am free.

For you were called to freedom.—Galatians 5:13