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Saturday 06/05/2004
Devotion is the realization that in the play of life with its diverse manifestations, there is truly only One with whom we relate-one Spirit, one Consciousness operating behind Its many guises.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Sunday 06/06/2004
When we practice devotion, when the mind returns to thoughts of God during activity, we begin to see something that we have missed before. We notice a shimmering beauty--a vibrant presence transforming the dull grays of a mundane existence into the colors of joy.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Monday 06/07/2004
For some people, devotion means love for God. For others it is devotion to Truth. In either case, it is the commitment that draws the response of revelation.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Tuesday 06/08/2004
Regardless of any harmful deeds we may have done, the true Self remains unstained. The painful consequences of our errors may serve to break our heart open and allow the true Self to shine the light of compassion into our life.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Wednesday 06/09/2004
It is human nature to love certain parts of our life and to reject others. But this causes us to miss the blessings that hide behind distressing disguises.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Thursday 06/10/2004
With spiritual vision, we open ourselves to the realization of universal goodness--the truth that everything is working together for the fulfillment of divine purpose and our highest happiness.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Friday 06/11/2004
In a heart made whole by surrender, the dark night of grief heralds the dawn of new life. Accepting life in all its aspects opens the door to experiencing the unconditional joy of the soul.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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