Where is peace to be found in the world? In the hearts of the wise and humble. Those who are humble enough to be at peace during anguish, to accept conflict and insecurity and overcome it with love, because they realize who they are, and therefore possess the freedom that is their true heritage. These are the children of God. We all know them. You do not need to go to the monastery to find them. They are everywhere.
Continue reading “Week 47. Compassion. Peace.”Compassion is our natural state of being — it is natural to feel joy in giving and receiving from the heart. What happens, then, to disconnect us from our compassionate nature, leading us to behave violently or exploitatively? And conversely, what empowers some to stay connected to our compassionate nature even under the worst circumstances?
Continue reading “Week 47. Compassion. Transformation.”The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice. So much of what rules our society causes strife and division. But when I keep my eyes focused above, I’m reminded to be confident. I am to rejoice in knowing there will be justice and to be grateful.
Continue reading “Week 47. Compassion. Rule of Justice.”Why is it said that the rejected will lead the revival for love and justice? It is because the rejected help us open our hearts, which then leads us down the path of compassion.
Continue reading “Week 47. Compassion. Revival.”The rejected stones make the best cornerstones. The rejected stones actually make the best foundation holders. And whenever you see rejected stones becoming the focus of society, it is the Lord’s doing.
Continue reading “Week 47. Compassion. The Cornerstone.”The Institute of Heartmath has done extensive research to develop a theory that when all of our organs are working together in simultaneous rhythm, our minds and our emotions tend to be more stable. More specifically, when the rhythm of our heartbeat remains even, we are able to think more clearly and feel more present in every moment and in every action. This is called entrainment. This is a quick, easy practice that will help you familiarize yourself with entrainment and you can use this in any situation as a way to focus on the present moment.
Continue reading “Week 46. Language of Life. Looking for God’s Goodness and Weekly Reflection Summary”I’ve been asking God to show me what love is and the answer is curiosity and generosity, to do right. As I become curious about my own needs, both emotional and physical, this gives me the space and intention to be open and connected with that energy.
Continue reading “Week 46. Language of Life. Do Right.”When our needs are seen and appreciated, we feel valued. As strategies are discussed and action is taken, we move toward positive outcomes when conflicts arise. On the deepest level when we are heard we feel the gift of compassion.
Continue reading “Week 46. Language of Life. Valued.”There is a figure of speech where the tree that bears no fruit is evocative of the moral person who bears no spiritual fruit. We are all created for a mission: to be a conduit of divine grace into the world. Every single one of us has this mission.
Continue reading “Week 46. Language of Life. Mission.”We were born with a purpose, to live the truth. It’s easy to get off center from this by the tugs and demands of the world. But divine wisdom teaches us simplicity: we are called to love God and love our neighbor.
Continue reading “Week 46. Language of Life. Purpose.”
Smitten With Goodness 