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Saturday 03/26/2005
Some spiritual students come in the guise of seeking truth but really want comfort. Truth does not bring comfort; it brings us the freedom from needing it.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Sunday 03/27/2005
The wisdom of spiritual teachings diagnoses the disease of ignorance that causes suffering. Regular sadhana or right spiritual practice is the medicine that supports the cure. Like any medicine, it works only if one makes use of it, and follows the prescription for its proper application.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Monday 03/28/2005
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.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Tuesday 03/29/2005
Truth is never new.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Wednesday 03/30/2005
The suffering born of desire can be intercepted by dispassion and discerning its consequences.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Thursday 03/31/2005
Spiritual practice begins as a part of our life; then it becomes a way of life.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Friday 04/01/2005
Reason and will can justify any action when they work for the sense-driven mind. When the light of the soul illumines them, true discernment takes place.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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