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Thursday 05/23/2002
When we come into the consciousness of divine order, we are empowered to make changes in our life, our community, and our world that need to be made without hatred and without anger. Love can prevail, even in the most difficult situations.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Friday 05/24/2002
The importance of a spiritual practice community cannot be overemphasized. We cannot be restored to wholeness alone; growing together in wisdom and compassion is essential to realizing the teachings of divine unity.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Saturday 05/25/2002
The commitment of devotees in a spiritual community to practice and remain steadfast on the path of Self-realization shines a light on the path and provides encouragement for others in difficult times. We see ourselves in one another.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Sunday 05/26/2002
Simplify your life by making a conscious effort to reduce possessions. Care for and repair what you have. When something new is needed, release the old.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Monday 05/27/2002
Dispassion, the freedom from attraction and aversion, is pure willingness. Only when the mind is purified of desire can we be open to divine guidance.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Tuesday 05/28/2002
The first step toward spiritual freedom is learning to control desires by redirecting our attention to what is useful. Ultimately, we are able to rest in the wholeness of God and all desire fades away. Without a separate self, desire cannot exist.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Wednesday 05/29/2002
Thoughts and perceptions either lead toward freedom that liberates us from suffering or the bondage that brings pain. The initial impression may belie its end result. Self-discipline may be painful in the beginning, but bring happiness and freedom in the end.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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