Without context, this prayer will not make sense at all. But to know that this was written on a piece of wrapping paper found near the body of a dead child during the Holocaust makes this prayer one of the greatest prayers ever made. May we find consolation in this -- that men and women … Continue reading #105: Ravensbruck Prayer
#104: Prayer for the Cave Time
There are moments in our lives when we just want to go and hide in our cave. It could be because of that inherent need of introverts to get some energy from self, or it could be because of shame, or trauma. It could also be because some of us feel unloved or un-accepted. Whatever … Continue reading #104: Prayer for the Cave Time
#103: Who Am I? (Casting Crowns)
Today, we remember that we are loved by God. We may have forgotten this. Or maybe we don't feel it. Or maybe the years have eroded this feeling of love from us. Let us spend a few moments of silence. And we listen to this song by Casting Crowns, and we ask God who loves … Continue reading #103: Who Am I? (Casting Crowns)
#102: The Prayer of Jabez
The Prayer of Jabez is from 1 Chronicles 4:10: "And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that Your hand might be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him … Continue reading #102: The Prayer of Jabez
#101: A Course in Miracles Lesson 189
Today we meditate. Lesson 189 a course in miracles (1976) Simply do this: Be still, and lay aside all thoughts of what you are and what God is; all concepts you have learned about the world; all images you hold about yourself. Empty your mind of everything it thinks is either true or false, or … Continue reading #101: A Course in Miracles Lesson 189
#100: Life is a Work of Art
If you can give your wisdom to the next generation, to people younger than you are, what would that be? Write that wisdom down in your journal, and try to live that wisdom in your life today. Life is a Work of Art From Rabbi Heschel's final interview with NBC journalist Carl Stern (1972) rabbi … Continue reading #100: Life is a Work of Art
#99: May You Dance in Beauty
Read this meditation slowly and with peace in your heart. Stop at words and moments that catch your attention. Give in to the pause. Give in to the feelings this meditation evokes. May You Dance in Beauty circle wisdom sedonia cahill I invite you to enter for a moment into Sacred Time and Space, into … Continue reading #99: May You Dance in Beauty
#98: Small, Really Really BIG Thing
Today, think about the SMALL, REALLY REALLY BIG THINGs people have done for you: their presence during your time of need, a small pat on the back just when you needed it the most, a word of kindness here and there. Those small things that go a long long long way and we remember years … Continue reading #98: Small, Really Really BIG Thing
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