"When the month of Ramadan begins, the gates of Paradise are opened and the gates of (Hell) Fire are closed and the devils are chained." (Bukhari) With fantastic imagery, this 'hadith' informs all Muslims that the month of Ramadan is a special month unlike others. During the 30 days of Ramadan, Muslims all over the world will join together and strive to worship Allah. Beginning from the moment when one can distinguish between a white and black thread and lasting until sunset, the daily … [Read more...]
Who was the First Facebook User?
June 14, 2014 by
WHO WAS THE FIRST FACEBOOK -- USER? It is, by all means, a fascinating story—told in this week’s Haftarah, in the book of Joshua. Joshua sends two spies to reconnoiter the land, and particularly the city of Jericho. The spies arrive in Jericho and go to the home of “Rachav,” who according to the Talmud for forty years served as an immoral, promiscuous individual. At the age of fifty, Rachav converted to Judaism! And she now used these three items—the flax, the window and the rope—to … [Read more...]
Can a spiritual person make good money?
May 6, 2014 by
A woman came up to me at an event. She looked right and left, seeming to want to make sure that she wasn't overheard. "I want to let you know that what you said on stage resonated with me." "Great!" I said. "I'm so glad I could be helpful." (I was wondering what the big secret was.) "You know when you talked on stage about business as a spiritual practice? I want that. I mean, yes, I do want to make money (here she lowered her voice even more) and people tell me that I should just focus on … [Read more...]
What’s your Personal Intuition Score?
April 24, 2014 by
Are you an intuitive person? No, really, are you? It's important because your intuition affects not just one… but ALL areas of your life. (From your income to your love life.) So the question is, how intuitive are you? Click here to take a 30 second quiz & find out. This fun quiz will not only give you revealing news about your current Personal Intuition Score, but will explain precisely what you can do about it now to tap into your intuition… whenever you want… Because while … [Read more...]
Death and Resurrection: Enlightenment and the Body of Light
April 18, 2014 by
Integral development taken to the highest can involve the body as well and the mind or consciousness. The fullest expression of this may involve a dramatic transformation of the body, as indicated in this review of traditions that emphasize the complete 'transformation of the body in the process of enlightenment'. Summary Enlightenment or God-realization is not purely a psychological event. Bodily changes also occur, most dramatically in the higher phases of enlightenment. In the … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Cultivate Joy
March 18, 2014 by
Want more joy in your day? Cultivate it! Joy springs from viewing the day's events from eternity's perspective. With this intentional focus, you're sure to see today differently — with more joy and conviction that God is at work in your life. 1. Rehearse with God the reasons you trust Him. Tell Him which of His attributes is your favorite right now. Read the praises of Scriptureback to Him — begin with Psalms 103:1. Join with another believer in prayers of thanksgiving, and delight … [Read more...]
The WORD, Shirlee Hall
February 7, 2014 by
THE WORD Something miraculous and very beautiful happened to me unexpectedly many years ago. I refer to the event as ...The Word. I became dramatically aware and realized that the Infinite Spirit, God, was within me. All the power, presence and good was part of me. I didn't have to seek outside myself. I was given a 'word' to use to help others and any personal needs that may arise. I knew without a doubt that Divine Intelligence, Infinite Love and Perfect Wisdom was a part of … [Read more...]
Faith, Family and Friends, Larry James
January 20, 2014 by
I've been a relationship coach since 1995. It seems that more and more couples are struggling to get their priorities right. The three topics that have come up over the past 8 to 10 months have been faith, family and friends. You would be wise to put these three things on your priority. Maybe it's just me, however I feel that your faith should always be first in your life. There are so many names for God. When I speak of faith, I invite you to call on whatever name you call your Higher Power. … [Read more...]
2014 National Women’s Conference -The Gospel Coalition – JUNE 27-29
January 6, 2014 by
A Conference for Women, all about the Word! Plenary speakers will unfold the book of Nehemiah—the story of God's people returned to a broken-down city and called to trust God's Word at a point of great need. It's about God redeeming a people for himself through his Son. This is our story. We'll focus on listening to this Word...living in light of it...helping others hear it...worshiping according to it...waiting on the Spirit who inspired it...exalting Jesus at the center of it. The … [Read more...]
Celebrating Neale Donald Walsch’s Conversations
December 1, 2013 by
I hope you're enjoying these tips and teachings as much as I enjoy sharing them! To start with today, I'd like you to consider how often you feel stuck in your everyday life . . . Times when you know you need to take action but you're afraid to make a wrong decision. Times when you want to head in a certain direction, pursue a new path, or jump into a new possibility, but you're just not sure it's the right thing. Something holds you back. You imagine the worst outcome, you worry about … [Read more...]
GOD Whispers, How has God ‘whispered’ to you in the past?
September 9, 2013 by
Hearing the Whispers of God: They range from the general to the personal. Here are four ways God whispers to us. 1. Through the Grandeur of the World Ours is a most incredible universe – a cosmos of 50 billion known galaxies (the better the telescopes get, the more galaxies come into focus); a universe containing a revolving ball with conditions inexplicably hospitable to human life; a system of precise planetary motions producing consistent seasons on earth like clockwork. As … [Read more...]
