As the world seems to be topsy turvy... it's more important that ever to remain in peace! When you start to feel off balance, take several long, slow, deep breaths in and out to calm yourself. Then focus on the blessings in your life, with an attitude of gratitude. Repeat, as needed.
Blessed are the peacemakers... these are not idle words, but a promise from your Creator. How will you add more peace in your life, within your family, community and beyond?
Sing joyfully to the Lord, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise him. 2 Praise the Lord with the harp; make music to him on the ten-stringed lyre. 3 Sing to him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy. 4 For the word of the Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does. 5 The Lord loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of his unfailing love. 6 By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth. 7 He gathers the waters of the sea into jars[a]; he…
There is value in taking time to ponder the beliefs you hold to be true. There is much that we take for granted or never question because it was accepted without questioning. Are there some traditions you adopted that are now out-dated or done "because that's the way we did it when I was young.?" Dare to think out of the box and create your own traditions that are meaningful.
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No one arrives at this moment without having experienced trauma and the effects of others choices. However, to learn from an experience, it is important to accept ownership of parts of what led one to this moment. It is also one's personal choice how to react to the current life situation. It is one's responsibility to make changes that lead to more balance. When we wallow in despair, feeling like a hopeless victim, life is stagnant. There is so much joy, love and bounty available,…
Although penned by David around three thousand years ago, his words are still relevant to us today. "I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer. Show me the wonders of your great love, you who save by your right hand those who take refuge in you from their foes." Psalm 17:6-7
For each of your intentions, monitor your thoughts and behaviors to be sure they are in alignment!
