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Thursday 07/10/2003
Both compassion and wisdom are necessary. Without wisdom compassion becomes sentiment or pity rather than a true expression of divine love. Without compassion, wisdom cannot reach its highest potential in divine love.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Friday 07/11/2003
Each day should include some physical work that is useful. Physical work strengthens the body and calms the mind through concentration on the task. It connects us to the earth and the sacred present moment.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Saturday 07/12/2003
Attachment to actions causes restlessness in the mind and body--one is always efforting, driving toward producing results. A mind that rests in God produces action that is clear and deliberate without the murky restlessness that comes with attachment.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Sunday 07/13/2003
People often put a lot of energy into trying to attract what they want in life. More time sincerely spent in prayer and meditation increases the light or reflection of divinity within a person's character. This light has an attractive quality that draws to it whatever is needed.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Monday 07/14/2003
Love is the mighty ocean of God's presence. Forgiveness is the river that finds its way to that ocean.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Tuesday 07/15/2003
Patience allows us to dwell in God-conscious awareness regardless of inner or outer circumstances.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Wednesday 07/16/2003
Patience and contentment are the twin companions of one who would possess God. Impatience and lack of appreciation take us far from the true Self.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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