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Friday, May 2, 2014

Attitude - Friday, May 02, 2014 | Daily Word

Attitude

I MAINTAIN A HOPEFUL AND POSITIVE ATTITUDE.

Today I display one of the greatest powers a person can demonstrate—the power of choice. Circumstances may sometimes appear bleak, but nothing and no one can keep God’s good from me. I choose faith instead of doubt. I choose peace instead of worry. I choose clarity over confusion.

As I maintain a hopeful and positive attitude, I attract all the resources I need to overcome any challenge or reach any goal. Nothing can disturb my peace; nothing can weaken my faith.

When facing difficulties or feeling rushed, I take a moment to put the situation in perspective. I consciously choose a hopeful and positive attitude, which buoys my spirit and lifts my mind above any worry or concern.

Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up.—Ephesians 4:29

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Express God - Thursday, May 01, 2014 | Daily Word

I AM A LIVING EXPRESSION OF GOD’S PERFECTION.

Every individual is a living expression of God’s perfection, wholeness, power, creativity, and joy. We have within us the pattern of perfection and the ability to bring it into manifestation.

Today, and every day, I have the opportunity to be God in expression. By fully being who I am, I demonstrate God in my own unique way. I offer love and kindness, peace and acceptance to others. I act with honor and integrity and live a joyous and fulfilling life.

I am made in the image and likeness of God, a living expression of Spirit. I am here to express, as fully as possible, the divine nature of my being.

Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God?—1 Corinthians 6:19

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Heart-Centered - Wednesday, April 30, 2014 | Daily Word

MY HEART IS THE ABODE OF LOVE.

In a moment of quiet contemplation, I fix my thoughts on my heart center, and very quickly, I feel the love of God. Allowing my attention to rest here for a few moments, I declare silently: I am the abode of Love.

Love is synonymous with God. It is unfailing and unchanging, mine to draw upon at any time. When I allow Love to permeate my entire being, it becomes a powerful force, driving out any doubt, sadness, or fear.

My heart fills with the mighty magnetic force of Love, and I am empowered to do only good, to share only love. My every thought, word, and action express the love of God in me. Aglow with God’s love, my heart becomes a magnet attracting good from every direction.

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

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Prayer - Tuesday, April 29, 2014 | Daily Word

Prayer

IN PRAYER, I COMMUNE WITH SPIRIT.

I treasure the act of prayer—communing with Spirit about what is on my heart and mind. I may say a prayer of gratitude for a specific blessing, or seek a change in circumstances. I may pray for clarity about a difficult decision or for the needs of a loved one. As I live in constant communication with Spirit, my life becomes a prayer.

Answered prayer comes to me as an opportunity, a divine idea, a sense of hope, or perhaps a serendipitous connection with another. Whenever I pray, I feel connected, one with God. I believe in and expect answered prayers. I pray for “This or something better,” and I give thanks. As my prayers are answered, my faith grows.

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.—1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Monday, April 28, 2014

Faith - Monday, April 28, 2014 | Daily Word

Faith

MY FAITH IS STRONG AND MY LIFE SUCCESSFUL.

Faith is the perceiving power of mind coupled with the power to shape substance. It is knowing that what I seek is already mine in Spirit. Through the power of faith and the energy of God, I cocreate experiences of health, abundance, and joy.

Faith is like the steel used to reinforce and strengthen concrete. Steel provides a strong foundation on which to build a desired structure. Likewise, faith provides a stable foundation for creating the life I want to live.

I allow faith to permeate my mind, filling me with the assurance of God’s good. Day by day, as I live in faith, it grows stronger and my life unfolds with ease and grace.

Who is a rock besides our God? The God who girded me with strength, and made my way safe.—Psalm 18:31-32

Sunday, April 27, 2014

Unique - Sunday, April 27, 2014 | Daily Word

Unique

I HONOR GOD’S GRACE BY EXPRESSING MY UNIQUE GIFTS.

Robert Browning wrote that there is “an inmost center in us all, where truth abides in fullness.” To know this inmost center, he said, we must open a way for the “imprisoned splendor” to escape.

When my attention is focused outward, I may find that I compare myself to others or wish I was in some way different or better. When I turn inward, I see through the eyes of the Divine and realize my innate wholeness and perfection.

I embrace my unique combination of God-given gifts and acknowledge my heart’s desire to express them. Uplifted and inspired, I joyfully share the richness of my divine inheritance with the world.

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.—1 Peter 4:10

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Words - Saturday, April 26, 2014 | Daily Word

THROUGH THE POWER OF MY WORDS, I CREATE MY REALITY.

Words are powerful tools that shape divine ideas into manifest reality. My words are always formative—what I think and consistently affirm becomes true for me.

Unity cofounder Charles Fillmore taught that the throat serves as a doorway from the formless to the formed worlds. The words I choose generate emotions and reactions in myself and others, establishing our beliefs and stirring us into action.

When I am attuned to Spirit within, I use the power of my words to create good. I support, uplift, and encourage myself and others. Conscious that what I routinely affirm becomes my reality, I choose words that create a stream of good in my life.

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.—John 1:1