I’ve said that possibly the Bible is one of the best self-help books out there, and today’s parable by Jesus is a great example of
Idolatry: anything that diverts my attention
What diverts your attention from the present moment – from being present with Presence, Divine Love, God, Creator? Can you sit back and relax, knowing that everything is working out for your good and only take inspired action? Or do you need to control everything?
Seven lessons in presence, healing and gratitude
Ten lepers healed, but only one came back to say thank you. If you received ten miracles, did you only notice and give thanks for one of them? How aware are you of the miracles you experience each day?
An adulterous mind – faith and fear cannot live together
The Bible might speak a lot about adultery, and we’ve understood that within a physical context. But what about a metaphorical context – especially in light of how Jesus speaks of it? What more might it mean if we truly understood living in Oneness – practising the presence of the Divine in our lives?
Entering the silence – practising Presence
What does it mean to go into your inner chamber and shut the door when you pray? When was the last time you were truly silent and present with Spirit, allowing yourself to be inspired into action?
Single-mindedness – No slave can serve two masters
Where attention goes, energy flows. What are you thinking about? What are you serving? Are you single-minded in becoming that dazzling child of God? or are you focused still on material and earthly problems? How does seeking the kingdom of God first take care of all earthly ills?
