Sharing the Ascension Experience
Jesus is the light of the world! And this particular proclamation is one of the best examples of how the mission of Jesus resonates with sincere truth seekers everywhere and every when, for as the poet said: “We all warm ourselves before one hearth.” In the Gospel of John we are told: “In the beginning … Read more
Self-discipline begins with the mastery of your thoughts. If you don’t control what you think, you cannot control what you do. — Napoleon Hill (1883-1970) American author Fill your heart with loving aspirations and superior values and you will realize the requirements of this week’s qualities: Noble Enamoring. Peace, Jim ENAMORING Definition: filling with … Read more
Every heart that has beat strong and cheerfully has left a hopeful impulse behind it in the world. — Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) Scottish Poet It may seem a bit pretentious to Hope to be Munificent. But if we tone it down to an aspiration maybe we can still shoot for it. Everything takes us … Read more
The corporate media inundates us with poll results concerning the approval ratings of the first three Estates of the Realm. But what if a completely independent poll were conducted concerning the performance of the Fourth Estate, our illustrious press. I suspect that, if it were even possible to conduct such an “independent poll,” our press … Read more
The greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. — William James (1842-1910) Philosopher There is some confusion about how to be True to what. We know we have our own subjective realities; beliefs and experiences we may or may not share with others. But if (or since) one … Read more
It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped. — Anthony Robbins (1960-) Motivational Speaker In order to intervene as a Mediator one must have a larger perspective. Indeed all growth is a lesson in seeing the bigger picture. Our other quality this week is just the same. Happiness can be a … Read more
Survival of self, of species, and of environment, these are what drive humans. You can observe how the order of importance changes in a lifetime. What are the things of immediate concern at a given age? Weather? The state of digestion? Does she (or he) really care? All of those various hungers that flesh can … Read more
Dear Folks, • When you lose, don’t lose the lesson. • Don’t let a little dispute injure a great friendship. — Author Unknown Many qualities seem to be at opposite ends of the spectrum. Nonetheless, all positive qualities are balanced within the overarching umbrella of Love. Krisnamurti wisely advised us to be joyfully discontent. This … Read more
You must be the change you wish to see in the world. — Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) Leader The Quality, especially acquired quality, in our lives gives reason and meaning to our existence. It flows through our reality no mater if we are full of Spunk or feeling reflective. It is not easy to remember to … Read more
Dear Folks, The Golden Rule (The Ethic of Reciprocity) • Hurt not others with that which pains yourself. — Buddhism, Udanavarga • You should love your neighbor as yourself. — Baha’i, Baha’u’llah The foundation of a great society is the family. This is because so many positive qualities are naturally embodied therein. The greatest one, … Read more