Envision - Monday, June 09, 2014 | Daily Word

Envision - Monday, June 09, 2014 | Daily Word

AS I BELIEVE, I GRATEFULLY RECEIVE.

The power of imagination is an amazing gift from God. With faith, I visualize what I want to manifest in my life. Sending forth a powerful affirmative prayer, I picture in detail what I seek to create. My vision is specific, broad-reaching, and impactful.

By seeing the result first in mind, I generate the feelings that accompany success. I may feel a sense of pride, relief, or joy as I envision a favorable outcome. I am grateful for what I know will be achieved. I internalize that sensation, and whenever I imagine my goal, the positive feelings return.

When my good comes to fruition, I welcome it with appreciation and joy. As I believe, I gratefully receive.

Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.—Mark 11:24

Illumination - Sunday, June 08, 2014 | Daily Word

Illumination - Sunday, June 08, 2014 | Daily Word

THE HOLY SPIRIT IS ACTIVE IN ME.

If ever my faith or understanding feels inadequate or I do not know what to do, I become still and meditate on the power of the Holy Spirit within.

I never need to feel as if any situation is impossible, for the power of the Holy Spirit is active in me, revealing Truth to me whenever and however I need it.

My mind is illumined through divine ideas flowing continually from the mind of God. I make use of these ideas by acting on them as they come to me and by being open and receptive to divine understanding.

As I affirm my faith, the power of the Holy Spirit becomes active in me and my way is made clear.

This is the Spirit of truth … You know him, because he abides with you, and he will be in you.—John 14:17

Restore - Saturday, June 07, 2014 | Daily Word

Restore - Saturday, June 07, 2014 | Daily Word

QUIET MOMENTS OF CONTEMPLATION RESTORE MY SOUL.

As I read Daily Word, I enter into a time of contemplation. I pause from the activities of the day, quiet my thoughts, and focus on these ideas. My breathing slows and my body relaxes.

This sacred time is like a peaceful valley nestled between rugged mountain peaks—a pause for renewal and rest. For these few moments, I set aside the demands of the day. I am at peace and at ease.

If I long for greater simplicity in my life, I begin by making room for times of quiet contemplation. I carve out moments in my daily routine and make a commitment to spend them in communion with Spirit. This simple act reaps bountiful rewards. I find restoration and peace.

He leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.—Psalm 23:2-3

Dynamic Living - Friday, June 06, 2014 | Daily Word

Dynamic Living - Friday, June 06, 2014 | Daily Word

MY LIFE MAKES A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD.

Each of us is given many gifts. As we discover them, we must put them into action. Jesus lived a dynamic and inspiring life. Through his works we know of his many gifts. We, too, are known by the dynamic expression of our spiritual gifts.

I choose to share the gift of unconditional love. With a smile, a word of encouragement, or a helping hand, I create a ripple of love.

I choose to share the gift of divine wisdom. As I respond to others with compassion and forgiveness, tense situations are transformed into opportunities for growth.

I give of my time and talents and take every opportunity to make a positive difference in the world. My God-given gifts empower me to lead a dynamic life.

For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is also dead.—James 2:26

Forgive - Thursday, June 05, 2014 | Daily Word

Forgive - Thursday, June 05, 2014 | Daily Word

I FORGIVE AND MAKE A FRESH START.

Mountain climbing with a heavy pack is difficult and burdensome, especially if the pack is full of unnecessary items. That’s how it feels when I carry the weight of resentment or anger with me day after day. Yet through the practice of forgiveness, I am able to let these burdens go.

In prayer, I release to God all grudges, resentment, and unforgiving thoughts I may have held against others. I ask for relief and willingly let go of any sorrows from the past so I am open to the blessings of today.

Through forgiveness, I free myself to enjoy life fully. My load is lightened and my burden is lifted. Today is a new day, a time to make a fresh start, a day filled with unlimited good.

If you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.—Matthew 6:14

Young at Heart - Wednesday, June 04, 2014 | Daily Word

Young at Heart - Wednesday, June 04, 2014 | Daily Word

I AM FEARLESS ABOUT MY BRIGHT FUTURE.

No matter the date on my birth certificate, I am ageless! My life is renewed with every breath, with every new moment. I do not allow my biological age to define or restrict me. In Spirit, I am unlimited and fully capable of great achievements no matter when I was born.

I gently relinquish any fears I may have about the aging process. I do not lament natural changes taking place in my body. I remain young at heart by maintaining a positive attitude, which inspires me to think, act, and appear youthful. I am free to live a joyful, graceful, and continually refreshed life, for at any age, in Spirit, I am ageless!

The righteous flourish like the palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. They are planted in the house of the Lord ... In old age they still produce fruit.—Psalm 92:12-14

Wisdom - Tuesday, June 03, 2014 | Daily Word

Wisdom - Tuesday, June 03, 2014 | Daily

Wisdom

I SEE THE WORLD CLEARLY FROM MY HEART AND SOUL.

Wisdom is more than intellectual discernment or logic; it comes from the heart and soul. With wisdom, I look beyond appearances and perceive the divine potential inherent within every circumstance and every person, including myself.

Through my prayer practice, I develop and strengthen my ability to make wise choices. I connect with Source and open my heart and mind to possibilities I did not recognize before. A daily connection with my divine nature helps me listen deeply, see clearly, choose wisely, and advance joyfully. From within the sweet silence of prayer, new possibilities arise and my capacity for wise discernment grows.

You desire truth in the inward being; therefore teach me wisdom in my secret heart.—Psalm 51:6