Leap

February 29, 2020

 

Leap

 

I move forward with zeal and determination.

I may pray for guidance about what I want to accomplish in my life and then put that guidance to use as I start setting goals and planning my next steps. My positive feelings are indicators that I am moving in the direction of my dreams, and I trust where my feelings of passion and purpose are leading me as my surety and determination grow.
Now is the time to be bold and leap forward in the direction of my dreams. Fear and self-doubt have no place in my life. I have faith that I will recognize the perfect people and discern the best opportunities that will help me turn my dreams into reality. Nothing can stop me as I pursue my goals with enthusiasm and confidence!

Jumping up, he stood and began to walk, and he entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God.—Acts 3:8

Imagination

February 28, 2020

 

Imagination

 

I envision new possibilities.

Athletes use the power of mental imagery to improve their technique. Stories of elite gymnasts, golfers, and other athletes demonstrate how effective it is to call upon the power of imagination to envision strength, coordination, and success. I, too, can use my imagination to achieve new levels of personal achievement in every aspect of my life.
I continually refocus my mind to strengthen my capacity to imagine new possibilities for myself and for others. As I stretch my way of thinking to include a new way of seeing and being, I move into new adventures in my life. Instead of succumbing to hesitation or giving up, I choose to move forward with confidence and clarity.

I will pray with the spirit, but I will pray with the mind also; I will sing praise with the spirit, but I will sing praise with the mind also.—1 Corinthians 14:15

Acceptance

February 27, 2020

 

Acceptance

 

I release, let go, and grow.

It’s easy to find some things taking place in and around me I’d like to change. I might want someone in my life to act differently or wish I could move to a new place. Embracing what is—exactly as it is—can be hard, but it is a powerful tool for living a contented, peaceful life. Acceptance relaxes my reflexive need to fix. It gives me permission to rest and makes room for action in a way nothing else can.
I relax into acceptance. I look around and acknowledge what I see, knowing there is a deeper Truth at work underneath appearances. In faith, I allow whatever is happening to unfold. I trust if something isn’t working for me, I will be guided to the right and perfect next steps on the path to my highest good. I accept what is, opening to the best of what will be.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.—Proverbs 3:5

Comfort

February 26, 2020

 

Comfort

 

My open heart comforts the world.

Watching the evening news, I may be concerned about events unfolding in my own community or around the world. During challenging times I draw upon spiritual practices that anchor my connection to Spirit within and to the entire human family.
Pausing for prayer and breathing quietly for a few minutes help keep me from descending into the energy of fear or conflict. Instead of getting pulled into negativity or feeling overwhelmed, I view troubling news as calls for prayer and calmly enter into the peace of my heart.
I am reminded that God’s light shines in my heart for me and for all the world. Affirming the Truth for all beings, I am a soothing presence for others who may wish to take sanctuary in the comfort of my heart.

Let your steadfast love become my comfort according to your promise to your servant.—Psalm 119:76

Faith

February 25, 2020

 

Faith

 

My faith in Spirit’s ceaseless love and activity is absolute.

My prayers begin as thoughts and feelings, touching a real but invisible realm. But how can I cross from the invisible to the visible—from the prayer to the result? I have faith and believe.
Through the regular use of affirmations and denials plus time invested in the Silence, the thoughts and feelings I’m holding grow in my consciousness. I release the need for a specific outcome and trust Spirit, knowing my highest good is always being served, even when I cannot see it. My expectations are limitless as I open my mind to all positive possibilities.
My faith is not dependent on external measurements or on the likelihood of a particular result but rather on a boundless trust in the ceaseless love and activity of Spirit.

But you, beloved, build yourselves up on your most holy faith; pray in the Holy Spirit.—Jude 1:20

Yes!

February 24, 2020

 

Yes!

 

I say yes to expressing the life of God within me.

I make a commitment to speak and act from my divinity. I know that when I say yes to God expressing as me, I have the power to make a difference in my life and my world.
No matter what is happening in my life, I can choose my response. Yes, even when I am facing challenges. Yes, even at moments when I wonder about the direction of my life. I say yes to following the path where my intuition leads and trust that I am moving toward my highest good.
By sharing the truth I know, I am helping others say yes to letting their own lights shine. My faith grows ever stronger the more I share it. It is amazing to watch the many encouraging changes that happen for myself and others.

For the son of God, Jesus Christ, whom we proclaimed among you, Silvanus and Timothy and I, was not “Yes and No”; but in him it is always “Yes.”—2 Corinthians 1:19

Forgive

February 23, 2020

 

Forgive

 

As I forgive, I know the fullness of divine love.

God’s love flows freely to all who will receive it. Only as I forgive, however, can I fully experience God’s love. Unity cofounder Myrtle Fillmore wrote, “Forgiveness is the art of putting something else in place of the thing forgiven.” That something else is “the positive realization of the Truth of Being.”
When I discover a thought arising about myself, or a person or incident I have resented, I need not condone what was done or left undone. I need only release the thought and focus on the eternal Truth that every person is the image and likeness of God, regardless of what they may have done or failed to do. Even if my new feelings are slow to respond, my act of forgiveness is complete.

And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.—Matthew 6:12

Breathe

February 22, 2020

 

Breathe

 

I am serene as I breathe into this moment.

When I find myself facing an unknown or difficult situation, I step back for a quick moment and breathe deeply. This moment of disengagement gives me the space and peace I need to calm my mind and center myself. I can then move ahead with a calm, confident spirit.
Breathing is an involuntary aspect of my physical life, but when I connect mindfully with this process, it becomes part of my practice of peace. As I slowly inhale and release my breath, I feel the effect in my body and my mind. My heartbeat slows and my muscles relax. Tension slips away and calmness envelops me.
I am able to respond to any unexpected event or stressful situation with ease and grace.

The spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.—Job 33:4

Healing

February 21, 2020

 

Healing

 

In harmony with God, I am whole and healthy.

When all parts of myself work together in harmony with God, my entire life reverberates like a beautiful song. Regardless of outer conditions, I stay in tune with Spirit and connected to my innate health and wellness. If I feel unwell, I focus on healing and remember that I am already whole because of my union with God.
Wholeness is my natural state, and healing is movement in the direction of my authentic self. I let go of what I am not and what no longer serves me. I deny the power of any of my thoughts that are not in harmony with divine mind, and I use affirmations to help align my being with Spirit. I am in harmony with God, and I am healing.

It is the spirit that gives life; the flesh is useless. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life.—John 6:63

Freedom

February 20, 2020

 

Freedom

 

Made in the image and likeness of God, I am free in Spirit.

I am made in the image and likeness of God. Spoken aloud or affirmed quietly, this Truth aligns me in thought, word, and deed. As I bring my thoughts and beliefs into harmony with my spiritual nature, a sense of freedom is born in me.
My spiritual nature is powerful and underlies all that I am and all that I do. Each person is born to express divine ideas and to manifest divinity through joyful relationships, fulfilling work, well-being, and peace of mind.
Anytime I am feeling less than whole, I release thoughts of lack and limitation. I pause to remember that I am made in the image and likeness of God. With a sense of freedom and joy, I confidently move forward in my life to accomplish that which is mine to do.

You will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.—John 8:32

Compassion

February 19, 2020

 

Compassion

 

My heart is compassionately connected with all life.

Compassion is found at the meeting point of my heart and the hurts of the world, moving me past solving problems into the realm of oneness. As I ground myself in simply being, I become a healing force for good. I then take any needed action that naturally arises from my inner stillness and peace.
When I am reflecting on another soul, I can silently affirm I am … you with each inhalation and exhalation. There is no separation in God. In my inner connectedness with all life, I recognize that there is also no separation between me and any of my sisters and brothers in this world. As I embrace my God presence, I find the oneness that expresses as my heartfelt compassion. I am a vital instrument of the healing activity of God in the world.

You shall love your neighbor as yourself.—Matthew 22:39

Protected

February 18, 2020

 

Protected

 

I am secure in the love and light of God.

The light and love of God protect me when anything in my life or in my thoughts causes me to feel unsafe.
An unwelcome event or unkind word may have disturbed my equilibrium. Someone may have said or done something to me or someone I love, leaving me with a negative opinion about that person—or myself—or I may be carrying a burden from a past hurt into the present.
Letting go feels like a weight lifting from my shoulders; my heart sings as I feel a freedom I have never experienced. The sacred space I create today can carry me through my challenges, tribulations, joys, and celebrations. No harm can befall me as I abide in the trust that is established through my faith in God.

Because you have made the Lord your refuge, the Most High your dwelling place, no evil shall befall you, no scourge come near your tent.—Psalm 91:9-10

Leadership

February 17, 2020

 

Leadership

 

Through the power of Spirit within, I am a master of my own destiny.

I believe I have the power within me to transform my life. Wherever I am in my journey, I can align my mind with the mind of God. In doing so, I claim my spiritual power and give others the inspiration to claim theirs. As Unity cofounder Charles Fillmore wrote, humankind is given “the highest power in the universe, the conscious power of thought.” This is my spiritual inheritance.
I am blessed by this insight, and I choose to serve others from this awareness. Each of us can claim the power of mastery and dominion. If I am serving in a leadership role—as a manager, a supervisor, or parent—I allow these words of Truth to shift from my mind to my heart: There is one power in the universe, and we are one with all that is.

With upright heart he tended them, and guided them with skillful hand.—Psalm 78:72

Grace

February 16, 2020

 

Grace

 

I grow in God’s grace.

When a burden begins to feel lighter, when a happy moment becomes truly joyous, when the way through a frustrating challenge suddenly becomes clear, I know I’m experiencing grace. Unity minister and author Eric Butterworth explains grace this way: “God’s desire to express completely through you and as you is so great that you never completely reap the harvest of error, and you always reap more good than you sow. This is grace.”
Grace is God’s gift, constantly available to everyone willing to receive it. I look to God alone as the source of my good. I discover the guiding, healing, prospering presence of God everywhere I go, in everything I do, and in everyone I meet.

From his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.—John 1:16

Let Go, Let God

February 15, 2020

 

Let Go, Let God

 

I freely let go.

Whatever my need or desire, my first step is to surrender the outcome. As I release expectations, I let go and recognize that my highest good is even now unfolding in amazing and unexpected ways.
The most important part of surrendering outcomes is letting go fully and completely and not revisiting that which I have released. When I truly surrender to the spirit of God that expresses through and as me, then I have no need to worry. It is not enough to merely say that I have let go of the situation. I must know in my heart that all is well and trust completely.
When others come to me for prayer, I pray and then let it go. I rest in the knowledge that there is only God. I can truly let go.

Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.—Philippians 4:6

Heart Connection

February 14, 2020

 

Heart Connection

 

I honor the heart connection I have with all life.

Romantic love is often depicted by Cupid’s arrow, yet the love I feel is so much greater than any one type of love. I have an expansive heart connection with friends and family, with pets, and even with nature.
I share that connection as I act with kindness and consideration toward others. When I show compassion to those in need or give of myself in service to another person, an organization, or a cause, I am sharing the love of God. My words of encouragement and positivity are expressions of love moving through me to uplift another.
Perhaps my most sacred heart connection is the one I have with God. Through prayer and meditation, I experience an inner knowing of oneness with the Divine. I express the warmth of God’s absolute and unconditional love.

A new heart I will give you, and a new spirit I will put within you.—Ezekiel 36:26
 

 

Inner Peace

February 13, 2020

 

Inner Peace

 

I find my home in the peace of God.

My spirit finds a quiet home of peace in my heart. I take the time to shift my awareness there. Feeling the strong, rhythmic beat of my heart, I slow down my thinking and smooth out my emotions. The faster the world seems to move, the more I can maintain and sustain my own inner serenity by making this conscious choice.
This begins by deciding to withdraw for a moment from the frantic pace of the outer world. As I do, my mind begins to function in a healthier way that moves me in the direction of my most beneficial outcomes.
When my everyday stress seems to be getting the better of me, I reestablish my connection with this quiet space within and discover a deep equanimity that frees me. I find a home in my heart and I am set free.

Be still, and know that I am God!—Psalm 46:10

Divine Order

February 12, 2020

 

Divine Order

 

I declare divine order and trust that my highest good is unfolding.

If I feel stress or concern over any issue in my life, I take a moment to stop and simply notice how I’m feeling and reacting to what is happening around me. I see that my need to control all the outcomes adds to my unrest.
I choose instead to see my life from a higher perspective. As I do, I relax and realize that divine order is working perfectly through every manifestation. I boldly declare divine order, affirming the highest and best outcome.
I am now able to more clearly ascertain what is mine to do and when to take action. In prayer, I may receive guidance to rearrange my priorities or ask someone in my life for help.
As I maintain my spiritual diligence, I trust divine order. I relax and allow the events of my life to unfold.

For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.—Ecclesiastes 3:1

Grateful

February 11, 2020

 

Grateful

 

I seek and find countless blessings and I am grateful.

Gratefulness is a mindset I can claim at any moment and cultivate with practice. Learning the value of gratefulness can truly change my life. Looking through the lens of appreciation, I see the world in a new light; clear and crisp rather than cloudy and obscure. Just as I can change the focus on a camera with a simple turn, I can change the focus of my life with the simple practice of gratitude.
I feel grateful today for the goodness within and around me. I have a newfound appreciation for the people and the beauty that fill my life each day. Seeing through the lens of gratitude, my life has new meaning and joy. A new world is waiting for me to explore and experience as I keep my attention focused on my many blessings.

Now set your mind and heart to seek the Lord your God.—1 Chronicles 22:19

Pray for Others

February 10, 2020

 

Pray for Others

 

In the spirit of oneness, I share my prayer.

During the course of my day I may think fondly of a friend, revisit memories of someone from my past, or see others’ stories of pain or triumph in the news.
Each situation offers me a unique chance to hold someone in the sacred energy of prayer. I might send a quick heart-to-heart blessing to someone I love or direct waves of supportive energy toward someone I’ve never met who appears stressed or upset. I may even embrace the opportunity for healing if an old hurtful memory surfaces, before sending thoughts of forgiveness out to another who had a role in what happened. Through the energy of prayer, I share the spirit of oneness, harmony, and love that connects all life.

Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as an evening sacrifice.—Psalm 141:2

Joy

February 9, 2020

 

Joy

 

I am God’s joy!

The apostle Paul declared to his followers at Thessalonica, “Yes, you are our glory and joy!”
I pause to remember relationships that have brought me joy, and I bless everyone who has shared those relationships. I treasure the good feeling that arises when people I care about let me know I have brought joy into their lives. Sharing joy is an important part of the human experience, and it has the potential to bring people together in spiritual community. Joy is an attribute of God and is a sure sign of the awareness of God’s presence.
As I grow in spiritual awareness through prayer, God’s joy permeates my consciousness and infuses every area of my life. As I make a commitment to expressing joy, I become an ever-clearer expression of God’s perfect idea.

Yes, you are our glory and joy!—1 Thessalonians 2:20
 

 

Friendship

February 8, 2020

 

Friendship

 

My friendships show me a world of possibilities.

Anaïs Nin wrote, “Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.”
Each person I meet is blessed with different talents, interests, and viewpoints, and all have the ability to expand my horizons and open my eyes to new ways of being. Each life that touches mine also has the potential to awaken aspects of myself I may have yet to discover.
As I look around my surroundings today, I cherish the variety of individual expressions of God in my life. I treasure my longtime friends along with new acquaintances I don’t yet know well. I see every one of them as a blessing and a gift because they allow me to see the world in new and wondrous ways.

A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity.—Proverbs 17:17

Brave

February 7, 2020

 

Brave

 

I courageously explore new paths.

Now that I have settled in to the new year, I contemplate new possibilities, whether about work or family life, or simply beginning a new hobby or activity. Any change is an opportunity to reach beyond my comfort level. Within my soul is the energy and power of faith that boldly moves me forward.
I am brave as I face any new project or fork in the road. Drawing upon my inward strength and determination, I proceed with a heart open to positive, new experiences. I affirm my good, knowing that the path ahead is illumined by the beacon of divine light from within me.
I embrace the unknown with enthusiasm, bless it with love, and shine a light of peace on it. I am brave!

Be strong and very courageous, being careful to act in accordance with all the law … so that you may be successful wherever you go.—Joshua 1:7

Believe

February 6, 2020

 

Believe

 

I believe my highest good is unfolding.

When I am faced with a challenge, I know just where to turn. The spirit within me knows that nothing is impossible with God. Moving forward from that consciousness reminds me that I must start any endeavor by believing.
My highest and best good is always seeking expression. I gently release my expectations and believe that, however events manifest, my highest good is always unfolding.
I feel calm and relaxed as I let go and trust that I am guided in the direction of my good. I can release any concerns about eventual outcomes and feel comforted by the gentle, loving spiritual presence within me. I have only to believe that God is expressing in me and as me to know that all is well.

Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They said to him, “Yes, Lord.”—Matthew 9:28

Wisdom

February 5, 2020

 

Wisdom

 

I create space to receive divine wisdom.

Sometimes I must make a conscious break from my habitual thought patterns to become more receptive to divine wisdom. I release my smaller personal thoughts and open to greater thoughts of God.
What steps can I take to usher in a new way of looking at things? Perhaps I can spend some time alone with nature or enjoy a relaxing hobby. Taking a brisk walk around the block while affirming words of inspiration can also help me to make a new start in my thinking.
Wisdom goes far beyond my mind; it is also the language of my heart. Silently focusing on my heart’s steady rhythm can quiet my mind and increase my receptivity to inspiration and guidance. This inner knowing gently reveals what I need to know and do.

Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom.—James 3:13

Possibility

February 4, 2020

 

Possibility

 

With God all things are possible.

When I am guided to pray about something, I open my mind and heart to infinite positive possibilities. I quickly reject any feelings or thoughts of doubt or concern and replace them with hopeful faith. I do not need to know exactly how or when prayer will be answered, yet I have absolute confidence in the result.
Divine ideas and solutions often arrive in surprising and wonderful ways. I remember experiencing amazing outcomes that helped to bolster my faith. I have also come to realize that the only limitations I have are those that I set for myself through uncertainty or hesitation.
In the quiet, I listen and know the limitless and infinite potential of God in and around me.

Jesus looked at them and said, “For mortals it is impossible, but not for God; for God all things are possible.”—Mark 10:27

Prosperity

February 3, 2020

 

Prosperity

 

I experience prosperity in my life when I seek the richness of Spirit.

God is the source of infinite abundance. Prosperity is my birthright because I am innately connected to the infinite Source. True abundance is not about material things, but rather in the richness of Spirit. To be prosperous, I seek first the kingdom of God.
I seek the kingdom when I seek the fruit of the Spirit, such as joy, love, and peace. I produce and increase these fruits in mine and others’ lives through the sharing of my own unique God-given skills and interests. In my daily interactions and relationships, in my church and community, I find opportunities to share the gifts God has given me. And in doing so, I discover that the fruits of Spirit increase in my life, and I experience true prosperity.

But strive first for the kingdom of God and his right-eousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.—Matthew 6:33

Guidance

Sunday, February 2, 2020

 

Guidance

 

God’s wisdom, love, and understanding are written on my heart.

In the Bible, the prophet Jeremiah shares an inspiring vision describing God’s promise to “put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts.”
God’s law is spiritual principle, which brings order to the universe and everything in it. It is also God’s living, guiding presence in my mind, in my heart, and in my life.
Through my prayer and meditation practice, I open to the spiritual law at work in my life. My understanding grows in harmony with this law, and my discernment leads me to make sound decisions in every area of my life.
In the Silence, I claim the wisdom, love, and understanding that are inherently mine and allow them to guide me.

I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.—Jeremiah 31:33

World Peace

February 1, 2020

 

World Peace

 

I am a radiating center of love and peace.

Every person has a very important part to play in bringing about peace in the world. Only I can share the unique qualities that are within me. No one else can shine my light.
How can my single small voice effect positive change in this big world? My voice is mighty when added to the others who share this same consciousness of peace with me. I commit to walking this earth with loving-kindness and peace in my heart.
Through my words and acts of kindness, I bless countless others in ways I may never know. A simple smile or an offer of help has a ripple effect. Each person I help may be moved to share an act of peace. As I reach out from my small corner of the world, the consciousness of peace grows so that all of us are lifted up.

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you.—John 14:27