“There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them.  
There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord.  
There are different kinds of working,
but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work.”
1 Corinthians 12:4-6 (NIV)

The holy communion that takes place in the secret place of the Most High is First Cause. It is the origin of everything that is experienced in the world. Yes, the experiences and conditions we encounter are the effect or the logical outcome of who we believe we are. For example, when we self-identify with what we do for a living; our ethnicity; our gender; our education; and our various titles; i.e., parent, spouse, singer, politician, accountant, artist, etc., we are actually describing how we experience ourselves in the world with its limitations. On the other hand, when we identify with the essence of who we are, such as peace, harmony, love, wisdom, joy, and abundance, etc., we are at once aligned with the limitless and unchanging nature within us all. Both aspects express Love and Law. One is the absolute, one is the relative.

The holy communion that takes place in the secret place of the Most High is meditation. It is a dedicated time when one’s self is alone with one’s Self. The objective of this spiritual practice is to become self-emptied and God-filled. It is here that the absolute and the relative merge as one. It is at this still point, immersed in the silence of pure essence, that the all-powerful, creative force of I AM-awareness conceives and affirms the beginning of something new and wonderful.

When the collective experience of humanity seems overpowering, we must pause, remember, and practice these universal principles as taught in the Science of Mind. First, we must embody the attributes of Spirit that are always with us. Second, we must activate these attributes which are our true identity. Third, we must, individually, begin to do what is ours to do. In so doing, we contribute to the creation of a world that works for everyone. Otherwise, as Ernest Holmes tells us, “To desert the truth in the hour of need is to prove that we do not know the truth.” 

Martin Luther King Jr. and Howard Thurman are examples of how, by means of their individual gifts, together accomplished a common goal. “As the human gave way to the divine” these men identified with the peace at the core of their being. Therefore, the essence of peace was infused in all they set forth to do. While civil/human rights for all people were their common mission, their individual approach was according to the unique gift they each expressed.

Yes, each one of us is endowed with the gifts of the Spirit. They are the healing presence of Love, Light, Peace, Joy, Harmony, Beauty, Wisdom, and Abundance. We bless the world when we offer the essence of our True Self.

This Weeks Affirmation

“…feelings of harmony, peace, and love flow through me like a river, elevating my consciousness to a new and higher level of acceptance and unity.”

~ Ernest Holmes, 365 Science of Mind, p. 44.4 ~

“Do you not know that you are God’s temple, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?”
~ 1 Corinthians 3:16 ~

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“When we let the love that is within us go out to the God who is in all people and the Divine Presence that is in all things, then we are loving God with all our heart and with all our soul and mind, because we are recognizing that the Spirit within us is the same Spirit that we meet in others. This is loving our neighbors as ourselves.”
~ 365 Science of Mind, p. 34.1 ~

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It’s interesting to observe how two people can witness the same event and perceive them completely different. Yes, we are always projecting onto the screen of life that which our mind says is true, whether real or imagined. Therefore, it seems reasonable to say that our experiences of life are a reflection of the sum total of all we believe and accept as true, coupled with subjective memories and personal experiences that have influenced our perceptions of what’s so. Our earthly encounters can be traced back to a mindset we have embodied. In other words, it is our “consciousness” that manifests as the conditions we experience.

Ancient Wisdom explains the phenomenon this way: “It is done unto you as you believe.” New Thought agrees, saying: “What you are looking at, you are looking with.” Yes, there is an Invisible Force within us that always responds by corresponding to our thoughts and related feelings. The metaphysician, studying the Nature of Being, begins to realize that the universal Law, or Principle, operating in our lives is constantly revealing the unity of mind and matter, of spirit and body.

Just as “…the scientist knows that he did not create the laws that he uses or the principles that he employs,” the seeker of Truth, anchored in faith, makes conscious and specific use of the Invisible/Unlimited Principle of Good. And, just as “…every human aberration is a spiritual aspiration trying to break through,” the hopeful moves forward, asserting that lack seeks Abundance; fear seeks Love; discord seeks Harmony; otherness seeks Oneness; discord seeks Peace; sorrow seeks Joy; and, ignorance seeks Wisdom.

As the lesser viewpoint begins to fade away, the greater viewpoint is the possibility we now see. As our mind becomes flooded with God-Consciousness, we begin to claim and accept the qualities of God- as our very own nature and the nature of everyone we encounter. Soon we begin to hear the wisdom of the ages declare, “That which is within you is greater than that which is in the world.”

It is at this point of Self-realization that our conscious journey of awakening begins again. It is in this moment that we make a new commitment to the spiritual practices that support us in staying awake, grounded, and resilient. In so doing, we begin to actualize that which is ours to do.

“Imagine all the people, sharing all the world.”

This Weeks Affirmation

“I see everyone in their highest light and every event from its highest point of view.”

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“… whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” ~ Philippians 4:8 ~

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“—all’s love, yet all’s law.”
~  Robert Browning ~

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“Realizing that the Lord is not far-off, that God is an inward intimate Presence closer to me than my very breath, I affirm that there is nothing in me than can doubt this Presence or limit the Power of Good. There is nothing in me that can separate me from the Love of God and I accept the joy of living in the very midst of It.”
~ 365 Science of Mind p.25.2, Ernest Holmes ~

The primordial stuff that permeates our very being is the Pure Energy; i.e. the ultimate formless substance of the things we hope for. When the words of our heart denote harmony, beauty, joy, wisdom, love, peace, health, and prosperity, we are in alignment with the essence of life that sets the Law of Creation in motion. Yes, our words, clothed with feelings and beliefs, ignite the Law that is the Lord of our lives, out-picturing as our experiences. The Law, or Infallible Principle of Good, is not far off. Deepak Chopra puts it this way, “You are inseparably part of the cosmic quantum soup.”

The above quote by Ernest Holmes may support you in entering into contemplative meditation, an affirmation, or spiritual mind treatment about these things. Spiritual practices bring you into alignment with the vibration of your intrinsic nature of being. Otherwise, through your power of free will, you may make choices that bring about other results. After all, the Law, like all universal laws and principles, is impersonal. It simply responds by corresponding with the feeling tone that is emitted. Therefore, we may experience both positive and/or negative experiences according to our habitual pattern of thinking. The good news is that the Law is not far off, and we may at any time change our thinking and change our lives.

“Our habitual pattern of thinking” is key here. Like all habits, after a while, we no longer think about what we are thinking about. Instead, our thinking becomes an automatic reaction to what we see, hear, touch, smell, or taste. Our positive, or negative reaction is constantly being triggered by what seems so real. Actually, the subsequent experiences we encounter are the out-picturing of individual and collective beliefs, which are subject to change. We can begin right now making conscious and deliberate choices based on our core values and beliefs, knowing they are made manifest by the Perfect Law that receives the direct impression of our thought and acts upon it.

Through a consistent spiritual practice of meditation, affirmative prayer, life visioning, journaling, inspirational reading, and being in community with forward-thinking people, to name a few; you will soon become exceedingly aware of the good stuff in which you are immersed. Soon, instead of reacting to that which is transient, you may begin responding to the infinite potential of good that you imagine for yourself and for the world.

None of this suggests we are to become complacent, ignoring the current events of the world. Quite the contrary. Now having learned to listen to your inner voice, you are divinely guided regarding what is yours to do that supports a world that works for everyone.

Affirmation

“When I look for the good, good things happen.”

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(Revisited)

“I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward.”
~ Philippians 3:13-14 ~

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Time and time again, I must remind myself that the God of my life is not in some far-off place, and I must earn Its favor in order to receive the longings of my soul. It may very well be that the longings I feel are the God of my life offering me Its favor, Its grace.  After all, it has been said that it is God’s good pleasure to give us that which yields happiness.

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It is the inherent nature of every one of us to create through the power of the Indwelling Spirit a life of peace, love, harmony, beauty, joy, wisdom, and every good thing imaginable.  This power, being God, is never depleted or diminished. It is equally distributed and everywhere present all the time. 

Even during those times when the power seems dormant; you may be assured it is easily ignited and awakened through regular and consistent spiritual practices such as meditation, affirmative prayer, life visioning, inspirational reading, and hanging out with forward-thinking people, to name a few. 

Yes, we each have the capability to activate the Presence of Good in our lives by simply recognizing that it is already here, in this present moment. Yes, it is right here, right now! While this profound realization may be motivated by your being sick and tired of being sick and tired of your present circumstances; nonetheless you’ve got what it takes to begin again. You may begin by letting go of those things which are now behind.   You have, in this moment, all the courage, strength, wisdom, and energy needed to move forward in the direction of your dreams. You have what it takes. It’s your birthright. It’s your spiritual DNA.

So, let’s go! Remember, consistent practice is the key.  Let’s embrace and accept those things which are our heart’s sincere desire and press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling.  Begin by gaining clarity, telling yourself the true intent for this good and the feeling it stirs when you imagine its fulfillment. Assured that it brings only good to you and others, begin to tell yourself that this thing is a divine idea in the mind of God and therefore it is yours right now. 

Don’t forget to give great thanks for this expected good that expands the quality of your life.

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How good it is to step into the awareness that we live, move, and have our existence in a universe of love, light, and unlimited good; enough for every living being on the planet. There is a field of unlimited possibilities stretched before us right now; not just for some but for everyone. We each have the power to let it be on earth exactly as it is in the celestial realms of consciousness. Let’s go!

This Weeks Affirmation

“I know that my daily spiritual practice continues to keep me assured that there is good for me and also for all others.”

By Mary Jane LaBonte, RScP

“Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today.”
~ Benjamin Franklin ~

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“This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it.” 
~ Psalm 118: 24 ~

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“I tell you, now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day . . .”
~ 2 Corinthians 6:2 ~ 

Cultivating a new way of being in the world and becoming a greater version of oneself is not for the faint of heart. After all, old habits die hard. However, do not underestimate the power of a made-up mind.

Conscious thinkers, throughout the ages, have brought to our attention the importance of utilizing the energy and inspiration of the present moment to fulfill the dreams of our hearts.

In response to the wise counsel of New Thought and Ancient Wisdom, we often tell ourselves that we do not have the resources in this here-and-now present moment to move forward with the vision of the heart. We tell ourselves that we will take up the mission at another time. We tell ourselves we need more research, or more money, or more education, or more coaching, etc., etc., etc. This self-talk denies the reality of the unlimited potential of our creative nature, and it delays the greater good that awaits us. 

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe tells us, “Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it. Begin it now.” The “begin it” he speaks about may be as simple an act as making a list of things that specify what it will take to actualize your heart’s desire. It may be as simple as journaling your thoughts, feelings, and imaginations, which describe the vision that pulls you.  The “begin it” Goethe speaks about may be an affirmation that you recite, accepting your greater-yet-to-be, right here, right now. The idea is simply to begin some activity that keeps you mindful of your objective. In so doing, you ignite the creative medium that surrounds you, and you tap into the field of infinite possibilities. 

Begin to engage in the practice of lowly listening through daily meditation. It is in this silent communion that we begin to hear the guidance of our Higher Self, and we begin to know what is ours to do to unleash the Divine One within us that is already whole, complete, and perfect.

Ernest Holmes teaches that while there may be a process that takes time to come to the realization of our true self. However, there is no process of time regarding the truth about our inherent nature. It always exists in the present moment. In his infamous hymn, Amazing Grace, John Newton tells us: “How precious did that grace appear, the hour I first believed.” 

Whether you call it commitment, resolution, intention, or goal, it is the conviction of the heart, aligned with the power for good operating in the universe, that out-pictures in the world. It is Law.

This Weeks Affirmation

“I am whole and complete in this moment.”

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