Sunday, June 10, 2012

With You Shall I Always Be

From within begins the journey. Outward manifestations are temporal. Release your power from within. I Am your Guide and Support. With you shall I always be. Surrender the hurt, pain, regret. For what you have is now, and the now is perfect. Look at how much better now. You have forgone much hurt by going this route. By building up your strength over the years, you are now prepared for the mission. Do not despise the days of challenges. They have brought you to where you are now. Accept what is, and move forward with courage and joy. Trust in Me, for I will never leave you nor forsake you. I will guide you to every good you desire. (June 9 Devotional Entry)

Saturday, May 26, 2012

The "Letting Go"

Happiness lies within every creature. Humans choose their path daily, point to Me, and then cry out, “He does not understand us. He does not hear us. He does not love us.” But, in Truth, it is they who do not hear Me. They look to the world for comfort and pleasure. Yes, there is much there. But before they can enjoy what is, they must know Who Is. All begins and ends with Me. For it is My Great Delight to see My children happy. The struggles and strains need not be. The “letting go” will bring them Joy! (May 26 Devotional Entry)

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Gentleness Is Reflected Back To The World

You are free if you will only believe it. Open up your heart. This is the beginning of wisdom. When you love yourself, you then extend love to others. You never heard Jesus beat Himself up, or say unkind words about Himself. When others were unkind to Him, He was silent. When they mocked His teachings, He asked them questions. He allowed them to figure out what they needed to do. Everyone needs that freedom to “figure out”. Otherwise no real interior transformation can take place. Forcing doesn’t work. Gentleness with yourself gives others the freedom and permission to be gentle with themselves. In turn, the gentleness is reflected back to the world. (May 20 Devotional Entry)

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Be The Peace You Desire

Separate yourself from those who would do you harm. Build yourself up with Me. Open up your heart to hear My Voice. Treasure those around you who support you. Do not expect them to be perfect, though, for they cannot be. They were not created to be. They, like you, were created to learn. Make visible My Light. Shine brightly at every turn. You will face challenges, but do not be discouraged. It is always for your benefit, and the benefit of those around you, that you learn the lessons of life as you make your journey through this world. Be not angered when you are misunderstood. For you, too, misunderstand. Go about your day with confidence and calm. Be the peace you desire. (May 15 Devotional Entry)

Monday, April 30, 2012

Build Up This Hurting World

Classic writing is this… that which helps others to empower themselves into becoming the very best for which they have been created. When they believe in themselves and trust in Me, I have workable, moldable people. I will use their strengths and weaknesses to build up this hurting world. Come together frequently, if only in prayer, with those who believe and trust in My Infinite Power. There is nothing beyond Me. Nothing which I cannot and will not do. I only wish for your best. You may not understand at the time, but you will in time. (April 30 Devotional Entry)

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Cherish Every Moment

Perfect is the moment, even with all of its imperfections. The things which you so desire, the things in your heart… they, too, are in My Heart. My great Heart of Love. Cherish every moment, for things change in an instant. “Do not despise the days of small beginnings.” Treasure all that is around you, even the sadness. For sadness brings compassion. Compassion and understanding bring true love to a very hurting world. Be sensitive to the needs of those around you. For everyone is hurting, no matter how strong they appear. No one goes untouched from hurt, disappointment, sadness. It is necessary to learn that moments of non-joy are not moments to be feared. Learn the lessons, which so readily present themselves. (April 29 Devotional Entry)

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Impact Through Authentic Living

Sentimental memories are valuable… for they give the strength and courage to continue on when the days and tasks seem too difficult. You are exactly where you need to be right now. Your gifts are being developed and solidified. Harness the goodness and pour out your heart. Just allow yourself to “be”. The more comfortable you are with yourself, the more you will bring to the world. Focus on your own growth, not on the faults and shortcomings of others. By focusing on others, you judge -- not love. Focus on yourself and your continued growth. The only impact worth making is that from living an authentic life. No words will be necessary. (April 26 Devotional Entry)

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

The Questions That Empower You

Hide not your beautiful heart from the world. Your biggest area of vulnera- bility is also your greatest strength. Hide not the gifts which have been bestowed upon you. For in doing so, you reject who you are, who you have been created to be. If they hate you, they hated Me first. You have the support of those you love the most. What more could you possibly need or want? There is nothing now to stop you… but yourself. Your thinking must change. You must ask yourself the questions that empower you, that strengthen you: What is my mission? How can I help a hurting world? What do I lose by being myself? What do I gain by being myself? Is happiness possible if I am not living an authentic life? (April 25 Devotional Entry)

Thursday, April 19, 2012

I Am Right There With You

Hear My Voice, know My Name, call out to Me at all times… for I Am right there with you. No need to question “Do I hear?” I do – always! Know that every word is heard, every cry is felt, every prayer is answered. My Timing is Perfect. Trust. Leave the details to Me. Work, but do not struggle and strain in your mind and heart. Give Me your best for the day. You’ve asked for much. Know in your heart that I Am working things out for your best. Seek Me in all things. Give way to your passions for they are the joy that comes from being close to Me. When you see art that moves you, that artist has seen and felt Me (whether or not they recognize Me for Who I Am). (April 19 Devotional Entry)

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Put Your Full Trust In Me

Hurt not those in your path… eventually everything will be in your path, one way or another. Digress not in your motives. Stay true to your mission and goals. Stay true to yourself. Allow Me to make the necessary changes that will bring your deepest desires forth. You cannot see the future in the way I can. You see your goals, you feel your desires. Move forward on them. But do not suppose to “control” all aspects of the journey. Put your full trust in Me, and allow Me to maneuver the circumstances. Harden not your heart when things move slowly. For before you know it, everything changes… swiftly and better than before. (April 18 Daily Devotional Entry)

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Fortify Your Mind

Lighten the load. “Dump” what lies in your mind -- that which is troubling you -- into My Hands. Gently back away so that your precious heart will not be disrupted. Humans are more delicate in spirit than is realized. Be gentle with yourself always. Do not back yourself into a corner, for in it lies despair for you and others. Fortify your mind with Me. Come to Me daily for Life, Love, Direction. Hurry not yourself into growth, but know that in an instant all can – and does – change. You can change your mind, how you are thinking, what you will focus upon. Focus on Me, the Gift of Life, My undying Love for you. (April 17 Devotional Entry)

Monday, April 2, 2012

Everything

Because sometimes we all need a little bit of encouragement...

Friday, March 30, 2012

Turn Your Hearts To Me

Happiness on Earth is possible everyday if you will but turn your hearts to Me in all things. When you are attached to this world, the waters become cloudy. Life becomes a confusing struggle. When you surrender all that is, when you go with the flow, when you allow, then you are the closest to Me. I fill the void where nothing else can. You were not created to struggle and strain, only love… including yourself. This is not vain-glory. It is a necessary part of real joy. When you take care of yourself in healthy ways, you are taking care of the storehouse of the Living God Who cares so deeply about you. (March 30 Devotional Entry)

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

New Life

New life springs forth from a heart that knows it is loved and supported. When you see a turn-around in someone, you will know that they have recognized somewhere deep within themselves that they are valuable. Whether someone has told them or they have become still enough to recognize My continuous encouragement. The world is hurting so. Fill it with hope and love. Share the Good News of My abundant Love. I Love all, and I come to all. All do not recognize Me fully, for the world drowns out My Loving Whispers. But when they are quiet -- really quiet -- they know. (March 21 Devotional Entry) (Isaiah 43:18-19a, Jeremiah 31:1-4, 1 Kings 19:11-13, Proverbs 10:12, 11:25, 12:25, 17:22)

Friday, March 16, 2012

Hearts Will Feel At Peace

Troubles abound and fear quickly follows. The world is trying to make sense of the nonsense. It is only when surrender comes that hearts will feel at peace. The hurrying and scurrying around for endless, vain-induced living tires and wears out the Spirit. The Spirit cries out for freedom, for air, for realness. The Spirit longs to live freely within each and every one of you. But it cannot as things are -- so many distractions to the gentle guidance and comfort provided at every moment of every breath of every life. (March 16 Devotional Entry) (Matthew 10:39, Colossians 3:2, Romans 8:11, John 14:26-27)

Thursday, March 15, 2012

Real Change Is Possible
















No fighting will accomplish what great love will change. There is no comparison. Humans try to change things but cannot, because their ways are destructive. When they come to know Me, the Real Me, then real change is possible. Do not be discouraged that things take longer than you would wish. Your Master did not change all in His Earthly time. Nor shall you. But you will change some through your life of appreciation of all that is. Be still, and be free. Free yourself from the rules, which bind hearts to fear, anxiety, pressure, shame. Free yourself to My complete acceptance of you. (March 15 Devotional Entry) (Galatians 5:14-15, Matthew 5:44-48, Matthew 19:26, John 8:31-32, John 13:34-35)

Sunday, March 11, 2012

God Loves You: The Missing 'Peace'

I woke up feeling very inspired this morning. It's a bit chilly outside, and the sky is a beautiful, clear blue. I'm working on plans for the Third Annual "God Loves You" Retreat, which will take place in June here at Winterberry Lodge. This year's theme is The Missing 'Peace'. Our two gifted speakers will be sharing about The Holy Spirit. It has been such a treat for me to host this quiet retreat these past few years, and I hope to be able to do so for many years to come. (John 14:26-27)

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

See Me In Everything

Freedom from struggles… there is only one solution. Surrender. To Me. Give all over to Me. There is no other way. “Go with the flow” of Me. You will never find peace and happiness in this world if you are looking to this world. Fleeting are the moments if they are not tied directly to Me. See Me in the sunset… joy. See Me in the flowers… joy. See Me in the faces of the elderly, the homeless, the children, the hopeless, the defeated… joy. See Me in the animals, critters, creatures of every kind… joy. See Me in you… ecstasy! (March 7 Devotional Entry) (Luke 17:33, Matthew 25:35-40, Romans 11:36, Acts 2:28)

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

The Change From Within

Honesty. With yourself. Honesty about how you are feeling about your life, about your world. When you are open to being honest about your emotions, you can change. The change from within will change the world without. It’s not how you are feeling about anyone else or their life. That doesn’t matter. It has never mattered. How are you feeling about your life? What is right now? How are you feeling? This will tell you where you need to go, what you need to do. Do not worry about how others are living. Be at peace with the world. And shine. Shine brightly. Be like the morning star cresting the mountain. Illuminate by your love and peace. Shine. (March 6 Devotional Entry) (Luke 6:45, Matthew 7:5)

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Alone With Me

Many have been called but have not answered. They live fulfilling lives. But oh, if they had followed where I had led, their joy would have been boundless. I see and direct all. But not all listen. Rare is the person who follows My promptings. The distractions of the world are many. Silence the world around you. Get yourself alone with Me. Fill your time with good things, good thoughts, thoughts of Me. Do not be discouraged by the lack of understanding in the world, for I see all. What I have Created is Good. I know all in advance. Be a brightly shining light, one who points to the Hope, which is for all… the Hope of the Resurrection. (February 28 Devotional Entry) (Genesis 1:31, Hebrews 3:15, Romans 6:3)

Thursday, February 23, 2012

The Everlasting Now

“Be not afraid… I go before you always. Come follow Me, and I will lead you Home.” Be not afraid… I Am here in the future, the past, the present, the Everlasting Now of all time. Do not seek to conjure up your own good fortune. You can struggle and strive all you want, but nothing shall come of it unless I allow it. You can make a shipwreck of your life trying to force your demands on life, on yourself. Be gentle always with yourself and others. Allow time to be the filter of truth. You need not hurry about trying to make the world a better place. Be the “better place” by allowing Me to shine brightly through you. Then the world will be that better place. (February 23 Devotional Entry) (John 14:26-27, Matthew 5:16)

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Be Gentle With Them

Upon completion of a task, know that your work is not in vain. For everything builds upon something else. Keep moving forward. Press on toward the goal. Accomplish what you can, and allow Me to do the rest. You do your part. I move hearts. You cannot change people, only love them. But by your great love, they are changed. They desire to be all that they can be. They desire to be the love within themselves, which Is Me. By condemning and complaining, more of the same is brought about. Hurt is reinforced. People are fragile… be gentle with them. You can still direct them, but do so in a loving, understanding way. The ego is fragile. It will put up walls where it does not feel loved, when it does not feel safe. Help others to feel safe. Be trustworthy with their sharings and emotions. Be the gentle lamb for them. Give up your pride to help them feel okay about themselves. (February 22 Devotional Entry) (John 13:34-35)

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Trust In The Lord

Come closer now. Hear the Words which I speak. Not with your ears but with your heart. Allow Me to fill you in every way. The tears of your heart have been heard. Softly you hand your hurts over to Me. I see. I hear. I heal. Fall back into My arms. Let Me comfort you today. Let Me fill you with My Love. Surrender all to Me, and I shall return it to you ten-fold, one-hundred fold. What seems like tragedy now will soon be seen as the greatest blessing you have ever known. Trust in the Lord Whom you call out to every day. Trust Me. I Am here with All-knowing Truth, Love, and Healing. Trust. (February 19 Devotional Entry) (Jeremiah 31:33, Malachi 3:10c)

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Fill Your Life With Me
















Can it be that your life is a representation of the world around you? And how you perceive it? Can it be that all things have come into being by your own making and decisions? You have more control than you realize. Ask and it shall be given to you. Trust. Allow Me to work out the finer details. Move with The Spirit. You allow much into your life that would otherwise not be if you paid better attention. Do you allow strife and contentious people into your life? Some cannot be avoided. But most do not need to be in your life. You have more control over the stressors than you realize. Fill your life with Me and things of My Creation… the beauty, the softness, the gentleness. Be filled with these things, for they were meant for your enjoyment and pleasure. (February 15 Devotional Entry) (Galatians 6:7-9, John 14:26, Genesis 1:31)

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Be A Part of the Joyous Light

Trouble not yourself with trivial things. The soap opera lives in the world are of man’s own doing. They plague the world with drama, which only adds to inner conflict. Feed not “the beast”. Do not give into the temptation to pit one against another. Watch as the world combusts from its own fiery hatreds. They proclaim to know Me, but their actions of violence say otherwise. Do not add to the hurt in the world. Be a part of the Joyous Light – that which I Am. You saw My Light – you know the feeling – Love, Joy, and Peace that surpass all understanding. (February 8 Devotional Entry) (Romans 12:2)