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- Highlights of the Year of Goat and Aspirations for the Year of the Monkey - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Thabet Sava HassanAs the Year of the Goat came to an end along with the arrival of the Year of the Monkey, I sat down to contemplate about the highlights of the passing year and my hopes and aspirations for the new one. One of the highlights of the year of the goat was my discovery of the mesmerizing beauty of ...
Views: 1455 - Love is Senseless (A sermon on Luke 15:1-32) - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from David B SmithNow all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to [Jesus]. 2And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them” 3So he told them this parable: 4“Which one of you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of them, does not ...
Views: 1453 - TIPS FOR COMPLETING A WRITING PROJECT - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Jo Anne MeekinsWriters’ block, procrastination, and a sense of overwhelm are all forms of inner resistance that most writers confront at some point in their career or level of experience. However, in spite of the productivity hindrances and creative stagnancy that originates on our internal landscape, there ...
Views: 1453(3 votes) - 2 CHANGE: WHAT YOU FEEL - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Marie McCohnellHave you asked yourself “What is going on?” Especially on those days you find yourself waking up possessed by a strange New Age schizophrenic mind that at one moment, tells you that ‘You are happy!’; making you smile and stretch out your arms eagerly to embrace the sunlight and your day! Then in ...
Views: 1451 - A Miracle On The Way To Work - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Brenda StephensFriday, March 9.2012 I was on my way to work. I left home about 7:40am. I take the same route: Morningwood Drive to Cashell Ct, turn right then left on Bowie Mill Road. Turn left at Muncaster Mill Road and then a quick right on Needwood Road. Needwood Road has a small lake and I always take ...
Views: 1451 - Telepathy with Animals; Do You Think Animals Receive and Respond to Human Thought and Feeling? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Stephanie AltI never get tired reading amazing animal stories; how pets alert their owner’s when there is danger, and act as guides for those who are physically impaired. The astonishing tales of lost animals who find their way back home after years and miles of trekking. For many of us, our animals are like ...
Views: 1450(1 vote) - The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Mind, Mind Power, Claude Bristol, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Inspirational Books. Web Sites: ...
Views: 1450(1 vote) - Happiness meter.....really?? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from Jim PhillipsThe inspiration for my blogging comes from many different sources, however the one I most frequently rely on is personal experiences. Recently I was told that my “happiness meter” was being adjusted upward. In other words, my most frequent state of being was being adjusted to reflect a much ...
Views: 1447(1 vote) - Faith - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Jean TindleI have been searching in the last month or so, for the threads that make up the essence of this weaving called Jean. By now I'm sure that many of you have read something about the powerful new energy that was opened up (or further opened up) on 9-9-09. There have been various explanations - ...
Views: 1445(3 votes) - Be Real and Compassionate About Money - by Submitted on May 30, 2014 from Mike Robbins2009 was an extremely challenging year for both Michelle and me. Among the many issues we faced that year, one of the most painful was the difficult financial situation we’d put ourselves into: we were $105,000 in debt and about $300,000 upside down on our house by the end of that year. There ...
Views: 1444 - See You on Venus - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Geoffrey CanavanMy brother Rob was diagnosed with cancer one May. By June he had passed away. Initially the situation was one of horror, shock, sadness and anger but as we went through the weeks and as his failing health became more evident, we also realised that anything we needed to talk about would have to ...
Views: 1444 - Take Back Your Power - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Edwin SpinaLately, I've been watching episodes from the 1970s TV show, Kung Fu, on DVD. It starred David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine, a half-Chinese, half-American Shaolin priest who wanders the post-civil war American West looking for his long-lost brother. Caine is a martial arts master who resorts ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - What’s Believing Got to do With It? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Cathy EckMy life did a U-turn the day that I noticed the word belief contains the word “lie” within it. I’m sure people notice that all the time and consider it coincidental. I felt that it was an important clue to the truth left by some wise ones from the past. Many people share their beliefs as if ...
Views: 1440 - A Brief History of The End of The World - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2012 from Michael CraigThere is a scene near the end of Mel Gibson’s 2006 movie Apocalypto where a Mayan villager – who is also an escaped Inca prisoner – is being chased by his captors bent on killing him. He struggles, severely wounded, onto a beach and closely pursued by the others. Suddenly he stops and gazes ...
Views: 1438 - Could God Make Mistakes? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2015 from Albert WagnerThe comment caught me off guard. Sometimes you go through the motions of daily life, and then something sticks out. This was one of those moments. We were talking about how cynical this world can be, and it can even cause a person to doubt themselves sometimes. The author has a known lack ...
Views: 1437 - The Law of Attraction on Ice - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Tim RyanThe law of attraction has been doing the rounds under the lights of high profile media since the movie 'The Secret' was launched in 2006. Years later, stories abound of people who have used it to magically make millions and turn their lives around etcetera. Some people bought into the concept of ...
Views: 1436(2 votes) - Psychic Margie's Bio Part 1 - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2016 from Jackie Wiliams BrockertFrom an early age, Psychic Margie demonstrated signals of a heightened intuition. She frequently seasoned astral projections, also often known as out-of-physique ordeals, and her lucid desires would usually develop into reality. “My mommy was born in the caul, which some consider to get ...
Views: 1435 - RENEWAL OF THE MIND - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2017 from Mercy Abbey"And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God. Romans 12:2. IF YOU ARE GOING TO CHANGE YOUR WAY OF LIVING, YOU MUST change your way of thinking. God said, "My people ...
Views: 1433 - Angelic Signs - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonI’m on my way to a Spirit Gallery and often happen to see things in the landscape or landmarks along the way that have to do with feathers, angels and spiritual beings. It reminds me to thank God for the messages that I’ve received at poignant times in my life. When I was first developing as ...
Views: 1432 - Facing Doubts - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2010 from Sandra HerseyHave you ever thought about what we would do if Jesus walked as a man on the earth today and He performed the miracles that we read about in the Bible? Many of Jesus’ followers were eye witnesses to the amazing miracles Jesus worked in His life while he was here on the earth. They watched ...
Views: 1432 - Runes And Ancestral Symbolism Under The Skin - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2018 from Thomas CreoCeltic tattoos have a rich language in terms of their own symbolism and character, which makes it possible to represent a multitude of ideas based on the classical symbology of this culture. It also has many legends and well known mythological scenes that have permeated the society of our ...
Views: 1429 - Tips to Calm Pets During Fireworks - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2014 from Kumari MullinWith the Fourth of July festivities approaching, many animal owners are very concerned for their companions, especially dogs who can be terrified of the loud noises of fireworks and thunderstorms. Commonly seen signs of noise phobias include: • Shaking, trembling • Excessive ...
Views: 1429 - Basis of Personality and Message of Revelation - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2016 from Umer FiazGenerosity is the basis of a personality’s growth. The Holy Quran praises men who sideline his interests for the sake of others. They favor others to themselves. It also associates a man with a plant that sprouts and eventually becomes a full grown tree bearing achene for the advantage of ...
Views: 1427 - How to be an Optimistic Pessimist - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from David SamuelNegative is really positive. Accept what is and you will never be disappointed or fail. Generalities are the rule, we must play by the rules. Humans are unreliable. Know this and they are without failure, and you will be without failure. Everything is destined to fail and be destroyed, ...
Views: 1426(4 votes) - Never Alone - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Chrissy KohlerWhen the hard times find you, where do you find yourself? Reaching out to your best friend, someone you trust? Sitting on a sandy beach in the moonlight with nothing but the sound of your thoughts? On an afternoon drive with no destination besides the hope of clarity? Or maybe on your knees ...
Views: 1426(2 votes) - Talking to the Deer Spirits - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Barbara-Lynn FreedEvery year I usually go to some type of Spring Equinox celebration, and this year was no exception. I attended a small labyrinth gathering on the beautiful property of a friend of mine. We did a group walk in her 40 foot, well cared for, labyrinth and afterward, toured her manicured, all year ...
Views: 1426(5 votes) - What's Up With Bobby's Beliefs? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Cathy EckFive-year-old Bobby is just learning to read. He speaks the word bead when he should have said bed. Bobby’s father tells him that he is stupid. Bobby’s father chuckles as he utters his words, thinking he is just kidding around. But Bobby doesn’t notice the chuckle; he only notices the words ...
Views: 1426 - Old Stories - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Cory KempThanks to Natalie I have a whole new understanding of the word “bless.” Natalie received her first Holy Communion almost twenty years ago with great joy and the accompanying ceremony that welcomes new members to experience the body of Christ in this way. Her uncle, a devout man of the Greek ...
Views: 1424 - Soul Searching - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI watched the movie "My Sister's Keeper" yesterday. It's a great film which tugs away at your heart strings. I am really glad we watched it at home instead of going out to the movie theatre; I used more than my fair share of Kleenex! The film raised questions about death and what happens ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - Can Eyes See Beyond the World? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Karen KleinwortOver the last several years I always have wondered about, toyed with and believed in our extrasensory perception in relation to my own personal views versus those individuals close to me as well as people in general. We know and read in the media both science and philosophy continuously grow and ...
Views: 1418 - Learning to Trust What We Hear From the Angels - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Caroline NettleAngel guidance when it comes is always loving and kind. They are waiting to help us whenever we remember to ask them as they cannot help us unless we ask. However, when we do ask, the angels are delighted to guide us in the areas of our lives that are not going as we would hope they would. ...
Views: 1418 - Practical Spirituality On Reclaiming Real Science April 6, 2011 - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from John GilmoreThere seems to be a gap between what leaders want and what the people want that is supported by false religion and pseudoscience (another form of religion that uses scientific jargon). This gap has existed for a long time, but has been growing since the Age of Enlightenment. During that time, ...
Views: 1418(1 vote) - When the Spotlight Hits You, You Will Know What to do - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Brenda HoffmanWelcome to Brenda's Blog Channeled by Brenda Hoffman for www.LifeTapestryCreations.com Special Event: Brenda will be the featured guest on Michael Quinsey’s (Michael channels SaLuSa) “Connecting the Light” www.BBSradio.com show Friday, December 2nd at 5 pm Eastern Standard Time / 2 pm ...
Views: 1417 - Success Waits Behind the Veil of Failure - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Jan DeniseSuccess Waits Behind the Veil of Failure in relationships and in life Just as Valentine’s Day points to everybody else getting roses and chocolates and diamonds, it can point to your own relationship blunders. Before you give yourself a failing grade, though, consider the bell curve. How ...
Views: 1416 - “These Are the Days of Elijah” We Love the Song, but Some of the Words Suggest a Misunderstanding - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: We are at risk for a superficial understanding of Bible prophecy that applies to our time. The words of a popular song, “The Days of Elijah,” are discussed as an example. A large roomful of Marines sing “The Days of Elijah” on Youtube. It is linked below for readers who might want ...
Views: 1416 - Belief Helps Us Overcome Discouragement - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Theodore HendersonDiscouragement is not a terminal disease. It is an ailment that we have all had at one time or another but it can be healed. Whenever I get discouraged I reconnect spiritually by reading some of my favorite biblical passages as well as using prayer. Some of the great leaders of ancient Israel ...
Views: 1414 - Faith is an Amzing Thing - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Dirrick WilliamsWhen we speak of faith, we tend to speak of it as something absolute. I have heard many people say they have to build their faith, and often I have heard people say they have no faith is this or that, in him or her. In this way faith is either there or it is not, or so it seems. On the other ...
Views: 1414 - Are You a True Believer? . . . Really? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Mary WilkeyMost people who purport to be Christians would answer in the affirmative. Upon reflection, however, I wonder how accurate an affirmative response would be for many. What I'm getting at is, those of us who claim to be believers have no trouble accepting our salvation, have no trouble ...
Views: 1411 - Weight Loss Mindset Series - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Dave AschaiekHi, my name is Dave and I am the owner of Tryary.com. Obviously, given my belief in the Law of Attraction, it comes as no surprise that I believe that weight loss is as much what you feed your mind as it is what you feed your body. There are literally hundreds of weight loss and fitness ...
Views: 1410 - Haunted By The Past - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Shefali BurnsTwo interesting things happened this week, both good, both difficult. I finished reading Mitch Albom`s `The Five People You Meet in Heaven` and it really made me think about some of my past experiences and who my 5 would probably be when I go to heaven, no worries, I am definitely going to ...
Views: 1409 - Faith the First Step on the Pathway to Divine Love - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from saxon knightWhat is faith to you? Faith is defined in the dictionary as a strong or unshakeable belief in something, especially without proof or evidence. Faith encompasses both trust and belief. True unswerving faith can withstand any turmoil, any pressure, any obstacle. Faith is strength, ...
Views: 1408 - Feng Shui Pair of Pi Yao or Pi Xiu For Wealth Protection and Enhancement - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2018 from Divya MantraThe Pi Yao is probably one of the most popular Feng Shui items in the market. Its supremacy second only to the Dragon, this heavenly creature (also known as Pi Kan in its sea form or Pi Xiu in its earthly form) is considered by Feng Shui pratitioners to both a powerful for For Wealth Protection ...
Views: 1408 - What Goes Up Will Come Down - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from David SamuelThis article is about seeing and being able to use the positive in everything. We will start with exploring the foundation of being able to live a fully positive and successful life, what prevents it, and then proceed to more detail about the method. There is no point in discussing how to be ...
Views: 1401 - Of Cancer and Healing - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Philip MartinThe human being is certainly a complex animal, all animals bodies are highly complex organisms, even a single cell is unfathomably complex and we each have 50 trillion of them. When we consider the mind and consciousness then we add more layers to the complexity. Yes it can be overwhelming to ...
Views: 1400 - Practical Spirituality – On Reclaiming Religion Through Spiritual Direction - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from John GilmoreEvery fear that we have embedded in our psychological shadows has been used for the last ten years to dis-empower us. All of the large institutions who get air time on the TV, Radio, and in the Newspapers, seem to push the same messages: you can be good if you get all of these material things; ...
Views: 1400 - Watch What You Say - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from AGHORUNSE HENRYWatch What You Say What you say determines what is in your heart and eventually determines your placement in life. Out of abundance of heart speaks the mouth, since thoughts are words spoken that shapes our destiny, for better or for bitter. “How long will this wicked community grumble ...
Views: 1397(3 votes) - What Are You Saying I AmTo? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2021 from Charles HeinekeDespite the dangling participle in the title of this essay, about which my favorite high school English teacher would cringe, and I too, perhaps you're wondering why I would ask that question in the first place, and why I feel that it's important for you to answer it in the second place. I'm ...
Views: 1397 - God: A 3 Letter Word - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from David DurhamIf I were to say to you "there is a fox sitting in my garden enjoying the morning sun", you would probably know what I mean by the word 'fox'. However, if I were to say to you that "God inspired me this morning". Then we have a very different situation. Would you actually know what I meant by ...
Views: 1394 - 7 Common Ways People Sabotage Their Success - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2015 from Kathleen GageHave you ever said you wanted something so much all you can think of is the “thing”, but your actions said something different? I daresay at some point most everyone has, myself included. Such was the case with Oregon Ducks wide receiver Darren Carrington. As the result of a bad choice ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - Divine Creating - "God also gives us a bonus - Look for the bonus." - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierIn this series of posts about Divine Creating I will share stories that demonstrate how the Universe creates through us. We are always creating through our thoughts, so let’s remember to manifest more consciously with intention. In Divine creating we focus our thoughts and intention on ...
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