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- Stuck in Grief - You and Your loved one who passed over. - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Wendy AGrief is yours to own, and no one will ever expect you to forget your grief. Grief cannot just be cured or dismissed, as the hurt surrounding grief is there because of your connection with the loved one you lost. Grief can keep time standing still, and it is very common for people to not want ...
Views: 5421(3 votes) - “I Think Syndrome” - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Salim Boss“But what human judgment outweighs the commandments of God on the scales of opinion? What “person of God” would ever say, “Well, yeah, God forbids it, but I think it’s okay?”[1] ~ Dr. Laurence B. Brown, MD Author of The Eighth Scroll, MisGod’ed, God’ed, and Bearing True Witness You can’t ...
Views: 1130(3 votes) - Bible: Can We Trust It? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionQuestion: The Bible's full of great stories but is there any convincing evidence for any of them? Answer: Long before people proved it scientifically, the Bible indicated that Earth hangs in space: "He stretcheth out the north over empty space, and hangeth the earth upon nothing," (Job 26:7) ...
Views: 2224(4 votes) - Daily Affirmative Prayer - A Masterpiece - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Gayle Dillon“Because life is a living, breathing work of art, you are a painting as you go. Be a masterpiece. Drink in life. Laugh too loud. Compliment others constantly.” —Nicole Johnson, author, performer, motivational speaker God is the infinite wisdom, the magnificent joy, the unconditional love, the ...
Views: 1746(4 votes) - Faith, Belief and John Mayer Sleeping with His Guitar - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Deborah LeighIn today’s fringe-driven world, the more unique and experimental an approach is to just about everything inevitably captures a tremendous amount of notice and attention. In terms of the most unorthodox of approaches, it works – simply by having faith and believing that it will. It was a ...
Views: 3136(4 votes) - ~ The History of Manifestation Before "The Secret" ~ - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from Larry AgrestoIf you’re like me and thousands of others on this planet, you’ve either read The Secret, watched the DVD or know what it’s about. Those of us who are familiar with the Law of Attraction (LOA), know that it has been around since Jesus and other prophets walked the earth. All we need to do is read ...
Views: 2246(4 votes) - Divine Discontent -- Answering the Call - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Christina WatsonWhenever we are not living in our "true place" we experience what is called "Divine Discontent." It is an inner urging that calls us forth to our next growth opportunity. Yet so often we ignore it or procrastinate on listening to it. And usually something unexpected happens to throw us into a ...
Views: 11565(5 votes) - Always a student, sometimes a teacher - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Brian KingIt is hard to imagine that a generation of peace and love could become the next war mongers. It is far to obvious the wars we fight today are not to protect any thing other than profit. You who riddled the world with land mines, profit from the resources of others, restrict advancement, let ...
Views: 1603(1 vote) - Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Spiritual Thoughts on FAITH (from My Notes in the "Little Yellow Book") - Part Four - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Uplifting and Inspirational Spiritual Thoughts on FAITH (from My Notes in the "Little Yellow Book") - Part Four Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Inspirational Quotes, Books, new books, Jesus, Jesus Christ, peace, pursuit of peace, inspiration, words of ...
Views: 2009(1 vote) - ~ It's About the Climb ~ - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Larry AgrestoWe live in a fast paced world; fast cars, fast food, jet planes, cell phones, laptops etc. All of these technical and life style changes have had a definite impact on society, both positive and negative. On the positive side, we have become the richest, most comfortable and most fortunate ...
Views: 2216(4 votes) - Another destination - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2011 from Suzanne MontpetitWe seem to come and go all the time, but have we ever seen death as another destination? Death is a place of being just like going to the store, your job, learning and loving. All destinations can be internal as external where we can choose and choose again how we want to get there full steam. ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Are We Created? If So, Do You Know Your Creator by Name? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhen we admire a beautiful painting, we know a gifted painter is behind the masterpiece. When we drive by a brick house, we know skilled builders must have built it. And when we talk on the phone, we are grateful for its invention. But when we see a blossoming rose, a rainbow after refreshing ...
Views: 6079(4 votes) - Article Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing a few Quotations/Thoughts on HOPE (an extract from the new novel 'Stirling' ) Category (key words): Hope, New books, Stirling, Quotations, Inspirational Quotes, Thoughts, “Inspiration, Spiritual", Inspirational Writings. The submitter's blog (with extracts from his ...
Views: 1423(6 votes) - Blessed are the Poor in Spirit, for Theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2019 from Curtis Doll JrThroughout my 20's and early 30’s I fancied myself the Great Artist, my ego swelling with each affirmation. When people gave me the compliment; You have a God-given talent, I would respond with; If you knew how hard I worked to hone my abilities you wouldn't say such a stupid thing! During ...
Views: 4345(1 vote) - Celebrating Thirty - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from Antoinette SykesDear God, Thirty days ago, my life changed forever. My fiancee transitioned to heaven and more than thirty friends, family and others that I have not met, have continued to pour out their support, prayers, love, friendship, kinship and camaraderie in ways only YOU can see. But, I truly feel ...
Views: 1134(1 vote) - Death is Your Guru: Let It Teach You - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Dr. Steve McSwain,So said the Buddha. In the months that followed his death and burial, I felt confused, afraid, and lost. I tried to help my mother manage her grief even as I struggled to handle my own. To say that my life unraveled would be an understatement. Within twenty-four months of his death, I left the ...
Views: 1611(4 votes) - Does God Have a Plan? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt’s a very seductive idea: That God, the creator of the universe, has a special life plan for each of us. No matter what slings and arrows we encounter during our time on this planet, it was meant to be. No matter how much we exercise our free will, and no matter what the outcomes, it’s already ...
Views: 981(1 vote) - Faith - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Jean TindleI have been searching in the last month or so, for the threads that make up the essence of this weaving called Jean. By now I'm sure that many of you have read something about the powerful new energy that was opened up (or further opened up) on 9-9-09. There have been various explanations - ...
Views: 1428(3 votes) - FIREWALKING: A PATH TO PERSONAL FREEDOM - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Jo Anne MeekinsAN INTRODUCTION TO THE FIREWALK POSSIBILITY Firewalking is the act of walking barefoot over a bed of hot embers or stones. Walking on fire has existed for a few thousand years with records dating back to 1200 B.C, has a long history in many cultures as a test or proof of faith, and has been ...
Views: 1799(1 vote) - From Vision to Manifestation - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Marie BarrettDo you have a vision? Do you have a dream for your life that you want to experience more than anything else in the whole world? You must first formulate it in your mind, and then pursue it with all your heart. Not with a fever pitch of activity but with quiet assurance and gratitude. Realize ...
Views: 1927(6 votes) - Gaining Comfort From Spirituality - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI had a great session with a wonderful Medium the other day. I have felt as light as a feather ever since and yet very much rooted firmly to the ground as well; I guess the overall feeling is one of believing that I am exactly where I'm meant to be and also know where I should be going...and of ...
Views: 1515(1 vote) - Give to Others and Yourself Daily - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Robert NajemyMethod No 8. Give to Others and Yourself Daily Give gifts from the heart regularly to those around you. Also give to yourself. Focus also on giving to others and yourself that which you seek to attract or create. Wish for others to be well and to also have what you are seeking to create. ...
Views: 2179(1 vote) - God’s Dissemination of Trust - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2012 from Aps SantosGod knows who we are prior to us given life just as there are landscape paintings, portrait, and still life in arts. He knows the capacity of each of us and from such power is given. This is why we see children achieving and excelling in some field/s of endeavour for later on in life this is ...
Views: 1445(1 vote) - Golgothic Justice - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Friar Ted KleinI await, On Skull Hill, With hammer and spikes, For God. Why do I fight against You? No, rather, why did I ever fight for You? How could I dare tell of Your love to those You afflicted? Why was I so blind to Your guilt in it all? I once was blind, but now I see. How ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - How to boost your creativity - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Peter MainCreativity is one of those words that implies something slightly artistic.That if you want to be thought of in terms of creative, it means creating something such as a painting, or a sculpture or writing a book or manuscript. Actually, creative is much more powerful than simply meaning that, it ...
Views: 1143(1 vote) - How to know we have been reborn in spirit - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Leslie MusokoEvery journey in life needs places of encouragement to keep us focused on making it to completion. A spiritual journey is no different and like any journey we make in life it also has its key markers that dictate to us what progress we have made. The difference between a spiritual journey and ...
Views: 2798(1 vote) - Law of Attraction Evidence: 3 Ways to Tell It’s Working in Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from David HooperBy now you have probably heard about the Law of Attraction, but you may feel a bit uncertain about it. Is it real? Is it true that you can deliberately create your life just by changing your thoughts? Any experienced Law of Attraction practitioner will tell you that there’s a little more to ...
Views: 3111(1 vote) - Life Will Find a Way - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMy 96-year-old grandmother is a vibrant, sharp-minded woman who spent most of her life gardening in her large backyard in Massachusetts, and her significant contributions to the American Hosta Society have earned her over 2,500 results if you Google her name. Many spiritual Teachings tell us ...
Views: 1911(3 votes) - Life's Blueprint - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Crystal DotsonIn life we usually have a guide or instruction to show us how to get where we want to go. If we are looking for a job, we know the procedure, send resumes, fill out applications, interview and it helps if you have connections. If you want to buy a car or house, you know the procedure; check ...
Views: 1313(1 vote) - Listening To Holy Quran and Healing of Diseases - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Hijab Al-FaisalThe Holy Quran that is the religious book of Muslims contains a lot of scientific wonders and description of events that human beings never knew before. Among all these miracles, an important miracle of Holy Quran is the healing powers of this great book. There are numerous verses in Quran that ...
Views: 6796(1 vote) - Our Life Struggles - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Our life struggles come in many forms. Some struggles may be regarding money, love, careers or about things we cannot fathom. Our life struggles know no age, race, and religion or where you are located in this vast world. The struggles that we endure in our lifetime might be a cakewalk to ...
Views: 7790(1 vote) - People Groups: A Real-Life ExampleSubmitted on Oct 12, 2009 from The UpStream CollectiveSince Caleb gave us a general introduction to the idea of ethnolinguistic people groups, I thought I’d give a more specific example of the people group with whom my family and I interact on a regular basis: North Africans living in Spain. If you consider that we are Americans in Spain trying ...
Views: 985(1 vote) - Restoring Hope When All Hope is Lost - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt's a hard thing to observe in a person: the loss of hope when her doctor has informed her she has an "incurable" disease; yet on a surprisingly regular basis I see someone who has cured the incurable, who has held fast to hope in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Perhaps it's ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - SPITITUAL GROWTH - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Keith BraySPIRITUAL GROWTH (a part of life recovery) An addiction driven bottom as evidenced by the dramatic decay to my closest personal relationships caused me to seek a dramatic change in the way I lived. I was sick and tired of being sick and tired and was empty inside. There are questions on my web ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - Stand Your Ground - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from AGHORUNSE HENRYStand Your Ground God is not the author of confusion and you must not loose sight of the fact that He does not work or bound by human reports. He is not in the business of deception, oppression, manipulation or afflicts anyone. He is the light, and in Him is no darkness neither shadows of ...
Views: 1339(2 votes) - Stop Looking at the How - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Jenn ProtheroIdeas and dreams flow through us naturally, we don't have to do a thing to get great business or personal life ideas. Well, ok, we do have to do something, we have to listen, we have to be aware of our senses and gut feelings. How many times have you stared out to achieve your dream, or ...
Views: 1468(1 vote) - The Mythology of Death and the Afterlife - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Sara DillingerThe Invention of a Lie? I guess I don’t have a sophisticated funny bone. When I watched Ricky Gervais’s "The Invention of Lying" I didn’t find it “explosively funny” as, according to the DVD cover, David Edelstein, the "New York" critic did. I didn’t even find it “a remarkably radical ...
Views: 1258(1 vote) - Trust Your Hopes, Not Your Fears - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThat is the definition of “faith” according to my morning tea mug. I like to be greeted by this reminder first thing because I’m a learned optimist. I used to be a shocking pessimist who availed of every opportunity to worry. But now I know that worry is such a waste of time! But still, the ...
Views: 1021(1 vote) - Trust Your Timing and Let Spring Find You. - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Nancy Bishop"Only with winter-patience can we bring the deep-desired,long-awaited spring." Anne Morrow Lindbergh Living in four seasons keeps us accustomed to change. Just as we get use to living in one season, another one soon follows. We can never get too comfortable. Maybe that is why we are referred ...
Views: 962(1 vote) - We Have To Be Willing - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Frances LucasHow can we be serious about doing God’s will when we aren’t willing to change? We think every day or once a week at church about getting serious for God and making a difference. We have a revelation that we are going to do better and we are going to be better for God. However, we get caught up ...
Views: 1047(1 vote) - What Are Some Key Similarities Between Christianity And Islam? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Craig LockWhat Are Some Key Similarities Between Christianity And Islam? Shared by: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, faith, beliefs, peace, spiritual, spiritual unity Web Sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.htm Other Articles are ...
Views: 2260(3 votes) - What do Jews believe? What do Jews Believe about Jesus? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: What do Jews believe? What do Jews Believe about Jesus? Submitter: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, religions, Judaism, Jews, Jesus, Jesus Christ, faith, religious faith, beliefs, spirituality, Web Site: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 The submitter’s blogs ...
Views: 1104(1 vote) - Whatever! 10 Pin: A Super Bible School Activity for Memorizing Philippians 4:8 - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Kathy VincentIf you’ve got a child in the house, you’ve probably heard the word “whatever” a few too many times. But the next time your lovely son or daughter rolls their eyes at you and proclaims, “Whatever!” to your next request, simply reply back with your own list of “whatevers” found in Philippians ...
Views: 1695(1 vote) - A Review of the Book ' God Has A Dream' by Desmond Tutu - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Review of the Book ' God Has A Dream' by Desmond Tutu Shared by: Craig Lock Category (Key words): Success, Belief, Positive Thinking, Mind, Mindpower, Mind Control, Thought, Power of Thought, Empowerment, Motivation, Inspiration, Self Help, Personal Growth (enough there ...
Views: 2084(8 votes) - THE NEW BOOK ‘STIRLING’ - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Craig LockTHE NEW BOOK ‘STIRLING’ "The important thing is not to win, but to take part. The important thing in life is not the triumph, but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered, but to have fought well." * THE WILL TO WIN ...
Views: 1084(4 votes) - Don’t Lose Faith when Crap Hit’s the Fan - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from David & Lisa BoyleThere are times when we are at our lowest and become desperately in need of all the right answers. No matter how much we try to think straight, we are become so overwhelmed by our troubles that we allow ourselves to spiral down into negative thinking. We fall into the trap of despair and Lose ...
Views: 1152(3 votes) - Struggling for My Way - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Jennifer Young, LPCSometimes I just have to laugh and shake my head when I think of all the times, all the ways I have tried to make things turn out my way. I am proof that our God is a patient God. I get this idea in my head that I know the way things should go or what is best, and then I struggle, stress, and ...
Views: 1018(5 votes) - Festival of Diwali - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Rita JainDiwali, the festival of lights is fast approaching and there is already a sense of excitement, hope and euphoria amongst the people of India. It is also called 'Festival of Lights' as people illuminate candles, 'diyas' on this day and celebrate the victory of good over wicked powers. The day is ...
Views: 1103(2 votes) - God's Love and The Chalice - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Merry BattlesWhen people are challenged with illness the best and worst comes out in them. They are tried and tested through the spiritual, emotional, and physical "fire." Sometimes they come out pure GOLD. GOD'S LOVE Knowing God loves me, I have no fear. His love never faileth. He wants only the ...
Views: 1459(2 votes) - Serenity through Life's Challenges and Faith - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Mahindra RajHi everyone, the last month for me, was filled with numerous experiences I perceived as challenges which tested the level of faith I have in my path, process and what I’m doing, and as such I felt compelled to write about this topic. I figure there are many more out there that are going through ...
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