Several recent Daily Word meditations (in italic) have been
speaking to my question:
 |
One of my stepson's alpacas had
a baby on Saturday.
This adorable baby is about
1 hour old. |
Friday, July 1: Serendipity:
Looking back I now see serendipitous events. Serendipity is defined as “finding
valuable or agreeable things not sought for.” These things might include how I
found my friends, job, church or the town in which I live.
From his fullness we have all
received, grace upon grace. – John 1:16
When I married my husband almost 14 years ago, I moved from my home in
Illinois to his home in New Jersey – in particular, to Union Township onto an
almost 100-acre farm. Who knew I’d actually live in a park with animals? Well,
it feels like one anyway. Plus I found the Friends of the Hunterdon County
Library when looking for a place to volunteer and Unity Spiritual Center when
looking for a place to grow spiritually.
Saturday, July 2: Stepping
Stones: No matter what my goals and dreams may be, I trust God to guide me in
the right direction. Challenges in my life serve as stepping stones toward my
good.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make straight your paths. – Proverbs 3:6
As Rebecca and I brainstormed about the subject of our blog, stepping
stones on our spiritual paths seemed to be the right idea. So this Stepping Stones Journal came into
being. This Daily Word meditation fits our purpose for this blog so well.
Monday, July 4: Freedom: Just as
my past has led me to this place and time, every good thought and heartfelt
prayer is leading me to a life without boundaries. God is right here with me,
loving me, comforting me and guiding me to what is best for me now and
tomorrow.
Tuesday, July 5: Divine Order:
When I need to make a clear decision, I turn my mind from outer distractions
and affirm with confidence: divine order. This affirmation of truth serves as a
reminder that God is in charge….through affirmative prayer, my way is made
clear.
Sunday, July 10: Faith: I have
faith in God’s perfect plan for me.
There have been quite a few meditations recently that remind
me to listen, not to judge or limit my thinking of what is possible for me, to
make each day count and enjoy the unfolding of my life day by day.
 |
Sunflowers galore!
Can't have a better view
outside my bedroom window. |
Friday, July 8: Rest: Singers
take advantage of rests written into the music to catch their breath. Travelers
use rest areas along their journey to take a break. A simple Thank You, God reminds me of the source
of my strength and peace. I find the strength to continue because I have taken
time to rest.
Tuesday, July 12: Nonresistance:
I focus on the idea of nonresistance – an acceptance of what is minus labels or
condemnation. Through the practice of nonresistance, I learn to receive gifts
in every experience.
I no longer beat myself up when I sit down to read, play a
game or watch a TV show. My to-do list will be waiting for me when I’m ready.
Talk about freedom – I am free to be content with myself. I don’t compare
myself to anyone else and their levels of activity. I am content with what is. My
guidance system is alive and well and I say a simple “Thank You God” regularly.
Thursday, July 14: Success: My
accomplishments may not equate to someone else’s idea of success. My success
begins with faith – in God and in myself. I have faith that I am being divinely
guided toward the right path….Each achievement is part of God’s plan for my
life…
Monday, July 18: Divine
Awareness: If I am struggling with a difficult situation or decision, I let go.
Doing so, I shift from striving to believing, knowing that answers will come. I
give thanks in advance. I wait. I listen. I receive.
Wednesday, July 20: Guidance: Just
as a map or GPS guides me to a physical destination, I have an internal
guidance system that directs me to my right and perfect path…. I trust that I
am on the right path. As I follow the guidance from divine wisdom, I fully
express my highest and best self.
And again today, this meditation reminds me to trust and be
content that I am on the right path. It’s funny/weird that I need to be okay
with dealing with today and possibly tomorrow and let the future unfold as it
will. But that’s what I am doing – be it the health of little Stanley or my job
or my writing.
All is well.
~ JEAN
A juvenile red tail hawk is practicing hunting and soaring
over our alpaca field. A ruby-throat hummingbird is stopping by our feeder for
nectar. The wildflowers are blooming in the pots on our deck – we have zinnias,
marigolds and daisies. Tiny spotted fawns are cavorting in our woods
accompanied by their moms and aunts. I am picking several tomatoes each day from
our deck garden.
