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Monday, January 31, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question:

Do I believe that all sacrifice and suffering are of value to me. When I am in pain can I trust God? Can I say 'Thy will be done' no matter how much I feel defeated? Is my faith real and practical? Can I still trust in the Divine Will even though it is working in a way I cannot understand? Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, January 30, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question:

Do I sometimes go aside into a quiet place of retreat with God? Do I find restoration, healing and power? Do I plan quiet times now and then when I will commune with God and arise rested and refreshed to carry on the work which God has given me to do? Do I know that God will never give me a load... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, January 29, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question:

Do I believe that the future is in the hands of God, or am I buffeted about by life? Am I being lead in a very specific way, knowing as I am the builder, that God is the architect? --Hezelden Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, January 28, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question:

Have I shifted to the way of the spirit, a complete reversal from the way of the world? Do the world's rewards turn to heart-rest and happiness, or ash? --Hazelden Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, January 27, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question:

Do I remember that in this universe there are no empty spaces? When the sadness, depression, resentments leave me, do I remember to feel bouyed becuse I know God's love, peace and calm take their place? Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, January 26, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question: -

Am I keeping my life calm and unruffled? Do I harbor disturbing thoughts, fears, worries or resentments? Do I think constructive thoughts? Calm helps me to channel God's gifts. Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, January 25, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question: -

Since God is the foundation of serenity and has prepared for us many mansions, do I expect that this promise is meant for eternal life only? Do I expect to enjoy every day of this life? Can I begin my eternal life her and now? --Hazelden Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, January 24, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question: -

Do I accept that even if the vision and power I receive from God are limitless, I must accept limitations in the temporal and material things? If I cannot see the long road ahead, do I content myself with taking one step at a time? --Hazelden Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, January 23, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question: -

Do I dwell near to God? "...God has all power. It is his to give and his to withhold. But he will not withhold it from the person who dwells near him." Do I have the things I desire of God: strength, power and joy? --Hazelden Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, January 22, 2005

If You Think You Might Be Modeling Serenity Ask Yourself this Question: -

Do I remember to say thank you, even on the grayest of days? Gratitude is a necessity for daily life, so am I practicing it by thanking God? --Hazelden Sign in to see full entry.

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