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Tuesday 02/14/2006
The spiritually dedicated life is one where we wrestle, like Jacob with the angel, to receive the blessing in all that is and perhaps more importantly, to bring forth the blessing-to actively participate in our own destiny and that of our awakening world.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Wednesday 02/15/2006
To meditate, use the mind itself to subdue the mind. This is done through intention, focus, and ultimately, surrender. Intend to commune with God, focus your attention on a single point, and surrender the sense of separation by letting go into the allness of God's presence right where you are.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Thursday 02/16/2006
Conscious contact with God transforms our life from a life of sorrow to a life of joy.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Friday 02/17/2006
How easy it is to be fooled by the way of the world, putting our time and attention into that which will not last and will not bring us true happiness. How easy to think that spiritual study and practice is a luxury and not a priority. The yogi is clear about priorities, seeking first that which brings lasting happiness, security and peace. Paramahansa Yogananda counseled us to say to ourselves "this can wait and that can wait, but my search for God cannot wait."
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Saturday 02/18/2006
The steady heart is conscious of the distinction between ultimate reality and the changing conditions of material existence. One with a steady heart remains rooted in the unchanging truth that underlies all conditions and therefore is able to maintain equanimity in the face of change whether pleasant or unpleasant.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Sunday 02/19/2006
There are differences in the talents and abilities that people possess but at the soul level, there is absolute equality. Everyone deserves the same respect, all are children of the one Father-Mother, all are God's instruments. One with a steady heart looks through all appearances to the truth, and relates to others soul to soul.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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Monday 02/20/2006
When we know the One Reality permeating all of life, and see through the veil of differences to the unity of all, there ensues a divine romance, a relationship with Life itself that is revealed in all creation. This brings such joy to the heart that we are in constant praise and adoration. As this conscious relationship is courted, the field of God reveals itself to the devotee as vibrant with supportive grace. For such a practitioner of yoga, God is everywhere.
Rev. Ellen Grace O'Brian
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