Awareness - Monday, February 23, 2015 | Daily Word

Awareness - Monday, February 23, 2015 | Daily Word

Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God.—1 Corinthians 6:19

Practice - Sunday, February 22, 2015 | Daily Word

Practice - Sunday, February 22, 2015 | Daily Word

My spiritual practice might include time each day for prayer and meditation, sacred service, and reading scripture and other inspirational writings. The times I set aside to deepen my relationship with God are invaluable. They anchor me in knowing the unlimited love of Spirit.

Such disciplines are just the beginning of my spiritual practice. They fortify me to bring the presence of God to every situation throughout my day. Each apparent challenge or blessing is an opportunity to strengthen my faith in the Christ within. As I lovingly express peace, gratitude, and generosity—even during difficult times—I experience the joy of God’s presence in every moment of my life.

Put these things into practice, devote yourself to them, so that all may see your progress.—1 Timothy 4:15

Let Go, Let God - Saturday, February 21, 2015 | Daily Word

Let Go, Let God - Saturday, February 21, 2015 | Daily Word

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.—Isaiah 60:1

Inner Peace - Friday, February 20, 2015 | Daily Word

Inner Peace - Friday, February 20, 2015 | Daily Word

Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.—Proverbs 3:17

Spiritual Perceptions - Thursday, February 19, 2015 | Daily Word

Spiritual Perceptions - Thursday, February 19, 2015 | Daily Word

By the tender mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us.—Luke 1:78

Preparation - Wednesday, February 18, 2015 | Daily Word

Preparation - Wednesday, February 18, 2015 | Daily Word

And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding so that we may know him who is true.—1 John 5:20

Joy - Tuesday, February 17, 2015 | Daily Word

Joy - Tuesday, February 17, 2015 | Daily Word

Joy

I PLAY AND RETURN TO JOY, MY NATURAL STATE OF BEING.

When I watch a toddler bounce to music or hear children squeal with delight, I remember human beings are meant to feel and express joy. I may sometimes wonder where my joy has gone; when did life become so serious? Then I have a good laugh, take myself and my life a little less seriously, and joy bubbles up again.

Joy is never lost; sometimes I just lose sight of it. I make a playdate to bring joy into the forefront of my life. I may call a friend with a good sense of humor or spend the afternoon at a park playing with children or pets. I may plan a joyful surprise for someone else, or simply do what I love. In times of play, I feel lighter and brighter. I am returned to my natural state of joy.

You make the gateways of the morning and the evening shout for joy.—Psalm 65:8