follow
-
Recent Posts
Recent Comments
Archives
Categories
Meta
Tag Archives: jesus
Whose Experience is it?
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why are they doing this to me?” or “Why is this happening to me?” or even “Why is this terrible thing happening to so and so?” I think we all have at one time or … Continue reading
Trust in God, Easier Said Than Done
The topic at yesterday’s meeting was “Turning my will and life over to the care of God.” It’s taken almost four decades to accomplish that simple task. A new member is typically still in a state of self-will, often seeking … Continue reading
So, what is a Spiritual Experience?
At this morning’s meeting, a new person interrupted a speaker saying, “What is a Spiritual Experience?” The speaker replied with the usual answer, which bewildered the new person. At the back of the Big Book, in the Appendix section, there … Continue reading
We Will Not Regret the Past
Promise number three in the Ninth Step Promises states, “We will not regret the past, nor wish to shut the door on it.” When I first looked at this, it didn’t make sense. “We will not regret the past.” How … Continue reading
Don’t Pray
“If you’re going to worry, don’t bother to pray, and if you’re going to pray, don’t worry.” When I worry, it means I don’t believe there’s a God who cares about me. Have you ever felt God is so big … Continue reading
Good Grief
Grief is a topic that only comes up when someone’s in crisis. Losing a wife, sister, mother, or pet can cause an individual to do things common sense overlooks. Understanding how the process works can help when you are going … Continue reading
A different way to see God
Some of the ideas expressed in this article are repeats from earlier but apply here as well. The more you study advanced spiritual concepts, the more you will see how it all comes down to a few basic principles. While … Continue reading
Lessons from the Course in Miracles
In 1965, “A Course in Miracles” started with the sudden decision of two people to join in a common goal. Their names were Helen Schucman, who channeled the material from what she says was the Holy Spirit, and William Thetford, … Continue reading
Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself.
By now, most of us have a good idea of the neighbor Jesus was talking about. Your neighbor isn’t the family who lives next door. They aren’t the friends at work or the policeman on the corner. Your neighbor is … Continue reading
Be careful what you pray for.
God, the Holy Spirit, and the Universe are always listening. They don’t listen to the words coming out of our mouths; rather, they listen to the voices in our hearts. When distressed, I am an expert at smiling and saying, … Continue reading