I let go of the need to be in control, and I am free.
Believing that I must control the situation at hand may leave me feeling tense and burdened. Prayer helps me release these overwhelming feelings.
In prayer I remember that there is only God, and God is in control. I shift my thoughts to the good and release control. This is not my burden to carry. I am not in charge of other people or situations. I am not in control of another's life or behavior. I thank God for restoring me to peace.
As my thoughts quiet, my concerns dissipate. I gratefully affirm that with God all things are possible. I let go of the need to be in control, and I am free.
Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me in a broad place.--Psalm 118:5
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Saturday, October 30, 2010
Friday, October 29, 2010
Inner Peace
With each breath I breathe, I am aware of God's peaceful presence.
To enter into a time of meditation, I relax my body and take a few deep breaths. I become aware of God's peaceful presence. The rhythm of my breath becomes steady and even.
Breathing in, I envision my soul filling with the spirit of God. Breathing out, I release any anxiety or dissatisfaction. Thoughts of peace, images of peace, give way to a deep serenity that expands into every cell and organ of my body. I rest in the silence.
When I return my attention to the activities of the day, the peace I feel within reflects in every word I speak and every action I take. Nothing can disrupt the serenity I carry within me, for each breath I breathe is filled with God's peaceful spirit.
He breathed on them and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit."--John 20:22
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To enter into a time of meditation, I relax my body and take a few deep breaths. I become aware of God's peaceful presence. The rhythm of my breath becomes steady and even.
Breathing in, I envision my soul filling with the spirit of God. Breathing out, I release any anxiety or dissatisfaction. Thoughts of peace, images of peace, give way to a deep serenity that expands into every cell and organ of my body. I rest in the silence.
When I return my attention to the activities of the day, the peace I feel within reflects in every word I speak and every action I take. Nothing can disrupt the serenity I carry within me, for each breath I breathe is filled with God's peaceful spirit.
He breathed on them and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit."--John 20:22
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Satisfaction
God fulfills my heart's desire. I am well satisfied.
William Shakespeare said, "He is well paid that is well satisfied." What brings me satisfaction? A good meal? A job well done? Acknowledgment from my employer? All of these are wonderful, but they may not leave me feeling "well paid."
In order to be satisfied with anything, I must first be satisfied with myself. I achieve that satisfaction by remembering that I am a child of God. I give thanks that God supplies my every need, fills my heart and mind with a sense of well-being, and enfolds me continually in goodness and light. In this awareness, I am truly well satisfied and well paid.
With appreciation, I acknowledge God as the Source of all things good.
My God will fully satisfy every need of yours according to his riches.--Philippians 4:19
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William Shakespeare said, "He is well paid that is well satisfied." What brings me satisfaction? A good meal? A job well done? Acknowledgment from my employer? All of these are wonderful, but they may not leave me feeling "well paid."
In order to be satisfied with anything, I must first be satisfied with myself. I achieve that satisfaction by remembering that I am a child of God. I give thanks that God supplies my every need, fills my heart and mind with a sense of well-being, and enfolds me continually in goodness and light. In this awareness, I am truly well satisfied and well paid.
With appreciation, I acknowledge God as the Source of all things good.
My God will fully satisfy every need of yours according to his riches.--Philippians 4:19
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Sunday, October 24, 2010
Clarity
With clarity, I claim my highest good.
Sometimes I make decisions in a split second. Other times, I need more time to find an answer. How can I know my choices are for my highest good? First, I ask Spirit, "What is mine to do?" When Spirit answers, I listen.
The answer may come as an insight or a feeling--like the urge to contact an old friend or pass up a job that doesn't feel right. Sometimes, guidance comes as a word or phrase in meditation. Or it may come through the words of a child, a friend or a stranger.
By paying attention to Spirit's messages, I gain clarity about my decisions. I know what is right because it feels right. With confidence, I go boldly forward.
The blind received their sight ... the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them.--Matthew 11:5
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Sometimes I make decisions in a split second. Other times, I need more time to find an answer. How can I know my choices are for my highest good? First, I ask Spirit, "What is mine to do?" When Spirit answers, I listen.
The answer may come as an insight or a feeling--like the urge to contact an old friend or pass up a job that doesn't feel right. Sometimes, guidance comes as a word or phrase in meditation. Or it may come through the words of a child, a friend or a stranger.
By paying attention to Spirit's messages, I gain clarity about my decisions. I know what is right because it feels right. With confidence, I go boldly forward.
The blind received their sight ... the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor have good news brought to them.--Matthew 11:5
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
New Ideas
I am attuned to the wisdom of God and blessed with new ideas.
Anew idea may present itself at the oddest moment. When I am driving or grocery shopping or taking a walk, a new idea may simply come to me. It is an "aha" moment, a blessing.
Ideas are the activity of God working in and through me, guiding my thoughts and inspiring me to right action. I may not always recognize the ideas that come to me. Sometimes they are fleeting. However, I can make a conscious effort to be open and receptive to them whenever they appear.
As I move through my day with an expectant attitude and a peaceful heart, I am an open channel for the wisdom of God. I look forward to wisdom's expression each day.
If any of you is lacking in wisdom, ask God, who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly, and it will be given you.--James 1:5
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Anew idea may present itself at the oddest moment. When I am driving or grocery shopping or taking a walk, a new idea may simply come to me. It is an "aha" moment, a blessing.
Ideas are the activity of God working in and through me, guiding my thoughts and inspiring me to right action. I may not always recognize the ideas that come to me. Sometimes they are fleeting. However, I can make a conscious effort to be open and receptive to them whenever they appear.
As I move through my day with an expectant attitude and a peaceful heart, I am an open channel for the wisdom of God. I look forward to wisdom's expression each day.
If any of you is lacking in wisdom, ask God, who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly, and it will be given you.--James 1:5
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Sunday, October 17, 2010
Zeal
I enthusiastically accept my good and go forward to achieve my purpose.
My good comes to me in ways too numerous to count. Opportunities abound as I keep my mind, heart and vision focused on God. With each opportunity comes the chance to do something meaningful, to be of service to others or to follow through on a divine idea.
As I pursue the desires of my heart, all I need is provided. I have the energy, the will and the clarity to accomplish that which is calling me. I move forward in faith, and let God do through me all that is mine to do. With God as my guide, I am joy-filled, enthusiastic and excited about my life.
I know that all things are possible for one who believes, and with God, I contribute in positive and powerful ways.
Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord.--Romans 12:11
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My good comes to me in ways too numerous to count. Opportunities abound as I keep my mind, heart and vision focused on God. With each opportunity comes the chance to do something meaningful, to be of service to others or to follow through on a divine idea.
As I pursue the desires of my heart, all I need is provided. I have the energy, the will and the clarity to accomplish that which is calling me. I move forward in faith, and let God do through me all that is mine to do. With God as my guide, I am joy-filled, enthusiastic and excited about my life.
I know that all things are possible for one who believes, and with God, I contribute in positive and powerful ways.
Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord.--Romans 12:11
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
Prosperity
I rejoice in the full expression of God's good in my life.
My work is one expression of my prosperity. Into my work I put the joy of God, and from my work I receive joy. Whatever I am doing, I am happy in it. My work is not difficult when I approach it in the same spirit as I approach my time off. When I see it in the right light, it becomes something that has my all-absorbing interest. I grow happier in my work day by day by beholding it as a blessing.
I carry the joy of God into whatever I do. My work life responds to my mental attitude and in turn compensates me with joy and prosperity. I am well paid for my effort.
With joy and thanks, I see my position grow as I grow.
You shall eat there in the presence of the Lord your God ... rejoicing in all the undertakings in which the Lord your God has blessed you.--Deuteronomy 12:7
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My work is one expression of my prosperity. Into my work I put the joy of God, and from my work I receive joy. Whatever I am doing, I am happy in it. My work is not difficult when I approach it in the same spirit as I approach my time off. When I see it in the right light, it becomes something that has my all-absorbing interest. I grow happier in my work day by day by beholding it as a blessing.
I carry the joy of God into whatever I do. My work life responds to my mental attitude and in turn compensates me with joy and prosperity. I am well paid for my effort.
With joy and thanks, I see my position grow as I grow.
You shall eat there in the presence of the Lord your God ... rejoicing in all the undertakings in which the Lord your God has blessed you.--Deuteronomy 12:7
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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Pray for Others
I pray with the assurance that God is my help in every need.
Praying helps me be a calm, positive and supportive presence for others. Prayer channels my thoughts in affirmative ways. It is the highest form of help I can give to a friend or loved one. As I pray for others, I affirm their highest good, trusting answers will come in right and perfect ways.
When praying for healing, I visualize wellness, vibrancy and wholeness. In my heart I know the activity of Spirit is at work. When I pray for guidance, I wholeheartedly believe that God within each person is their true compass. Their path will be revealed.
I pray with assurance. God is our help in every need no matter how great or small. With God, all things are possible.
Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, just as it is well with your soul.--3 John 1:2
Praying helps me be a calm, positive and supportive presence for others. Prayer channels my thoughts in affirmative ways. It is the highest form of help I can give to a friend or loved one. As I pray for others, I affirm their highest good, trusting answers will come in right and perfect ways.
When praying for healing, I visualize wellness, vibrancy and wholeness. In my heart I know the activity of Spirit is at work. When I pray for guidance, I wholeheartedly believe that God within each person is their true compass. Their path will be revealed.
I pray with assurance. God is our help in every need no matter how great or small. With God, all things are possible.
Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, just as it is well with your soul.--3 John 1:2
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Bold in Spirit
I am bold in spirit. I speak and act from Spirit within.
Just as surely as Spirit guides me, so, too, does Spirit prepare and empower me to accomplish every good I have been guided to seek. As I listen in the silence of my soul, I open to receive wisdom and understanding.
Any tendency to be timid about carrying through on divine understanding vanishes. I am bold in spirit. I feel at ease in making decisions, and I am open to better ways and means of doing my best--for myself and for others.
Being bold in spirit does not mean that I force or coerce others to believe or act as I do. Understanding and compassion, patience and cooperation flow from Spirit in all I think, say and do. I do my best, and I help to bring out the best in others.
Since, then, we have such a hope, we act with great boldness.--2 Corinthians 3:12
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Just as surely as Spirit guides me, so, too, does Spirit prepare and empower me to accomplish every good I have been guided to seek. As I listen in the silence of my soul, I open to receive wisdom and understanding.
Any tendency to be timid about carrying through on divine understanding vanishes. I am bold in spirit. I feel at ease in making decisions, and I am open to better ways and means of doing my best--for myself and for others.
Being bold in spirit does not mean that I force or coerce others to believe or act as I do. Understanding and compassion, patience and cooperation flow from Spirit in all I think, say and do. I do my best, and I help to bring out the best in others.
Since, then, we have such a hope, we act with great boldness.--2 Corinthians 3:12
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Friday, October 1, 2010
Prosperity
Spirit supplies my every good.
Standing under a tree on a windy fall day, watching the leaves fall down around me, I experience the richness of God's bounty. I know that money does not grow on trees, but those leaves symbolize the good that is available to me. Spirit continually showers me with blessings in a variety of forms--a friendly smile, a phone call from a loved one, or an awareness of total well-being.
Spirit is the source of my every good. As I pray and meditate on the good in my life, I become conscious of the ways in which I am blessed. Spirit is the fulfillment of every need. I have only to center myself in Spirit, my infinite Source, and notice the goodness showering down around me.
See if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing blessing.--Malachi 3:10
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Standing under a tree on a windy fall day, watching the leaves fall down around me, I experience the richness of God's bounty. I know that money does not grow on trees, but those leaves symbolize the good that is available to me. Spirit continually showers me with blessings in a variety of forms--a friendly smile, a phone call from a loved one, or an awareness of total well-being.
Spirit is the source of my every good. As I pray and meditate on the good in my life, I become conscious of the ways in which I am blessed. Spirit is the fulfillment of every need. I have only to center myself in Spirit, my infinite Source, and notice the goodness showering down around me.
See if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing blessing.--Malachi 3:10
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