|
Saturday 11/28/2009
Discernment beyond initial impressions is necessary to determine whether our thoughts and actions will lead to happiness or sorrow. Lust and greed are pleasurable in the beginning but end in pain. Compassion and kindness may be painful in the beginning but end in happiness.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Sunday 11/29/2009
Truth is never new.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Monday 11/30/2009
Spiritual practice begins as a part of life; then it becomes a way of life.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Tuesday 12/01/2009
Everything gives according to its nature; nothing can provide more than what it is. What is temporary brings temporary happiness or security, which is its full extent. Only That which is eternal can give lasting happiness.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Wednesday 12/02/2009
We serve others best when we serve God first.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Thursday 12/03/2009
Let your life be a beacon of divine light that reveals the activity of grace. The positive transformation of your character bears witness to the presence of God. Be willing to change for good.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
|
Friday 12/04/2009
Draw a circle of unbroken awareness from your meditation cushion to every action in your day. The illumined mind, dwelling in the conscious awareness of the presence of God, draws the circle.
Ellen Grace O'Brian
|
