Be Still - Thursday, August 28, 2014 | Daily Word

Be Still - Thursday, August 28, 2014 | Daily Word

Be Still

PEACEFUL STILLNESS IS MY NATURAL STATE.

On a quiet morning, when the wind is calm, a mountain lake is still and serene. Calm is the natural state of the waters just as peaceful stillness is my natural state of being.

If I feel agitated by conditions in the outer world, I remember that beyond the waves of anxiety or doubt, there is a reservoir of peace.

I may not be able to quiet the activity of others, but I can quiet my own. I slow down and take a meditative pause. I inhale and exhale with the intention of soothing my state of mind. I don’t deny difficulty, but I aim to address it with calm serenity.

I return to my natural state of inner stillness. True peace is found within me. I allow that peace to guide my words and actions.

He made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed.—Psalm 107:29

One Power - Wednesday, August 27, 2014 | Daily Word

One Power - Wednesday, August 27, 2014 | Daily Word

THERE IS ONLY ONE POWER IN MY LIFE AND IN THE UNIVERSE, GOD THE GOOD.

I begin my day by affirming, “There is only one power in my life and in the universe, God the good.” This affirmation helps me keep my focus on God and see God active in my life.

There may be times when people or conditions seem to have a certain power over me. But I remind myself that things only have the power I give them. Releasing any belief in the power of anyone or anything to take away my good, I return to my morning affirmation. There is only ONE power in my life and in those around me—and that power is God.

Centered in divine power, I am at peace. If there is an action I am to take to help restore my health, prosperity, or harmony, I am receptive to the guidance and wisdom of the One Power, God the good.

No one can serve two masters.—Matthew 6:24

Forgive - Tuesday, August 26, 2014 | Daily Word

Forgive - Tuesday, August 26, 2014 | Daily Word

Forgive

AS I FORGIVE, I FEEL THE HEALING POWER OF LOVE.

I may harbor resentment against someone who said or did something that hurt me. Yet judgment and blame will not bring me peace or healing. In my heart, I know the truth—only forgiveness will ease my suffering.

A great weight is lifted from my shoulders when I forgive. I no longer blame another for my unhappiness or misfortune. I may acknowledge, without condemnation, that mistakes have been made, but I let go of resentment and allow my experience to be transformed by love and compassion. As I forgive, I release myself from negative energy. Within me, there is now space for creativity, prosperity, and joy. As I forgive another and myself, I feel the healing power of Love.

Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.—Luke 6:37

Awaken - Monday, August 25, 2014 | Daily Word

Awaken - Monday, August 25, 2014 | Daily Word

I AM ON FIRE WITH A PASSION TO SERVE!

When I’m attuned to Spirit, the desire to serve others is awakened in me. I am eager to express God through my thoughts, words, and deeds. As I wake up to Spirit’s voice within me, I feel my heart expand in gratitude. I realize I am a vehicle through which God is revealed in the world.

I ask Spirit how I can be of service. My heart is open and I am willing. I listen with a grateful heart and mind and act on the guidance I receive. As I share my gifts with passion, I awaken to all I am and all I have to give. The energy of Spirit within me is ignited. I am on fire with a passion to serve!

They came, everyone whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the Lord’s offering to be used for the tent of meeting, and for all its service.—Exodus 35:21

Healing - Sunday, August 24, 2014 | Daily Word

Healing - Sunday, August 24, 2014 | Daily Word

Healing

WHOLENESS IS MY TRUE NATURE.

I am innately whole and healthy. Divine Life is real, abiding, and eternal, and I am Life in expression. To experience the fullness of Life, I first realize that I live, move, and have my being in the universal life flow of God.

I center my feelings, thoughts, and words on Oneness and the perfect Life within me. I feel and know Life is present and available to me in all its fullness. When my mind is focused on the divine idea of wholeness, I am in conscious harmony with the rhythm and flow of Divine Life. I demonstrate wholeness in mind and body.

Wholeness is my true nature and my birthright. I confidently claim it by affirming: Life, sweet Life!

Then God said, “Let us make humankind in our image, according to our likeness.”—Genesis 1:26

World Peace - Saturday, August 23, 2014 | Daily Word

World Peace - Saturday, August 23, 2014 | Daily Word

I EMANATE PEACE TO ALL THE WORLD.

I begin my day with a moment of gratitude for the peace of Spirit within me. I value peace and see it as a gift I can share. For peace to prevail in our world, I and others who hold this vision must lead the way.

I am willing to be the change I desire to see, so I practice living peacefully and nurture the calm essence of my soul. Daily meditation and prayer help me access peace, even in difficult situations. When I live from the peaceful core of my being, I am able to listen to others with compassion and naturally relate to them with openness and acceptance. My presence brings calm rather than agitation. My peace resonates with others, creating a wave of peace for all.

Put things in order, listen to my appeal, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.—2 Corinthians 13:11

Release - Friday, August 22, 2014 | Daily Word

Release - Friday, August 22, 2014 | Daily Word

I LET GO AND OPEN TO A NEW EXPERIENCE.

Sometimes we are faced with challenges that seem beyond our capabilities. We may try our best to work them out, but it’s easy to let worry get the best of us. When we worry, we may inadvertently hold on to the problem and block a solution.

To free myself from any situation, I open to a new experience—I release the problem to God. As I turn it over to the Power that always works for my highest good, I experience freedom and clarity.

I have faith in the Divine—I know that with God nothing is impossible. I release what I cannot change, ask what is mine to do, and pray for the courage to act as I am guided. In letting go and letting God, I find my way to right answers.

If we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.—Romans 8:25