To Know Peace Within

We are, each of us, our own worst enemy. We allow ourselves to be imprisoned by the unending workings of the mind which are at odds with those thoughts--were we to honour and abide by them--that would set us free.

Our mind, like the rest of our body, is there to serve us, to do our will. In order that we may habitually think those thoughts which ultimately give us peace within we must literally turn our mind on itself. Through conscious effort we can still the unhealthy, self-centered workings of the mind, thus to begin thinking thoughts of love, to recognize the goodness within ourselves and to see the goodness in others.

Equally important, in coming to terms with our thoughts, as manifested by our conduct, we learn to get in touch with our soul. To be in touch with our soul is to be in touch with God, thus to know peace within.

(excerpt from God Things)

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The Light of God

The light of God is within us: we are born with it. We have goodness and love, human traits that never leave us. As well, we are gifted from birth with the capacity to reason, enabling us to distinguish between right and wrong. And, not least, we are given will power, that which molds our character and shapes our conduct--in short, our very life. All of these innate God-given senses are affirmations of God's Presence and of our humanity.

There is never a time when God is not within us, no matter if we are at our lowest or at our best. Truly, God is our Shepherd. Believing and instinctively knowing this is spiritually uplifting. Thus do we walk in the Way, all the while enveloped in God's abiding love and goodness.


(excerpt from God Things)

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Loving God

Talking to God throughout the day, ever striving to do His will, quietens the mind, enriches the soul and, not least, comforts us. With each passing day His presence within us becomes more real. We come to know ourselves and to give thanks for who we are. We become less judgmental and more understanding of others. Confident that we are living testimony to God's love, we are enabled through Him to enrich the lives of others.

Being as one with God is an uplifting and a joyful experience, one that abides with us always. Quite simply, we are very much a better person for knowing and loving God.


(excerpt from God Things)

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