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Thursday, January 3, 2019

Who do men say that you are?

Who do men say that you are? "And they shall know them by their fruit." Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, December 29, 2018

The Question Is, Who is The Christ?

The Question Is Who is The Christ? Orthodoxy says he is the only Son of God, the Saviour of Humanity. This is absolutely correct as far as it goes. Jesus expressed this Christness perfectly. He is honored by all religions. Islam calls him Ruah Allah, 'The Breath of God'. Judaism calls him Raboni,... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, December 25, 2018

The Question Is

The Question Is Today's question is, Which is stronger; Love or Fear? Love and fear are like light and darkness. Darkness can never overcome Light and Light always extinguishes darkness. Fear can never overcome Love and Perfect Love casts out fear. As darkness is the opposite of Light so fear is the... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, December 21, 2018

The Question Is

The Question Is Today's Question How to Be Aware of God's Presence in Every Moment? Give Up Trying. Ask for Forgiveness Turn to God on THIS Breath Start again when you forget Practice, practice, practice Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, December 17, 2018

THERE ARE TEN PRINCIPAL SUFI THOUGHTS

THERE ARE TEN PRINCIPAL SUFI THOUGHTS which comprise all the important subjects with which the inner life is concerned: 1. There is one God, the eternal, the only being; none else exists save God. 2. There is one master, the guiding spirit of all souls, who constantly leads followers toward the... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, December 14, 2018

The Silence of Creation

The Silence of Creation Before any of this existed, there was only the silent void. It coexists eternally with all that Is. It is all that isn't but could be. From my limited experience, I say it is possible to touch this silent void. When we do, our knowing touches all possible knowing and we... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, November 30, 2018

Unity of Creation

Unity of Creation I have been reading a blogger's fear-based discussion of Oneness. I am somewhat surprised by the vehemence of the arguments. Why would one find the notion of Oneness threatening? Is it because it implies that all paths to God are acceptable. Or could it be that the threat is the... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, November 25, 2018

Blissful Sobriety or Sober Bliss

Blissful Sobriety or Sober Bliss This is a state we have all experienced. It is characterized by deep peace and joyful awareness and acceptance. It is above words but not unaware of them. It is quietude and focused. It has no agenda beyond loving acceptance of what is. It is fully aware of breath... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, October 14, 2018

Some Thoughts about our awareness beyond words

Some Thoughts about our awareness beyond words Lately, I have be exploring my awareness at the proverbial level. We would be so surprised at how much and to what depth we have a ‘knowing’ beyond mere words. At this level, Truth is immeadiate and unquestioned. It is completed and unambiguous. “Be... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Holy Listening - a way to remember

Holy Listening - a way to remember An Experiment Find a quiet spot to sit comfortably Close your eyes, plug your ears, and quiet your mind. Listen for God’s Holy Voice. Be aware that it may come, not in words. Or, you may hear an actual voice whispering sweet love songs. That is the way it is... Sign in to see full entry.

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