To bless is not a prerogative only of ministers, priests, and rabbis; it is not the exclusive domain of saints and holy people. It is a natural human ability, and anyone can do it. But first we must claim that ability. ~ David Spangler (Blessing: The Art and the Practice) ~ We, as Christians, all have…
If I am feeling down, and my spirits are on the ground, I look towards a star because that is where the Angels are. I look to my Lord above, it is He, I love. No other thing will make me feel like a king. He is my Lord and Savior. I don’t know if…
To you the earth yields her fruit, and you shall not want if you but know how to fill your hands. It is in exchanging the gifts of the earth that you shall find abundance and be satisfied. Yet unless the exchange be in love and kindly justice, it will lead some to greed and others to hunger….
Mysticism is a vital part of the Christian heritage. It is actually the core of Christian spirituality. Mysticism is the direct experience of God. Everyone who wants to love unconditionally is a mystic. Mystics understand that there is a plan behind every action in the Universe, and therefore trust that every action has purpose, even…
People who have attained things worth having in this world have worked while others have idled, have persevered while others gave up in despair, and have practiced early in life the valuable habits of self denial, industry, and singleness of purpose. As a result, they enjoy in later life the success often erroneously attributed to…
We don’t know what we’ve got until we lose it, but even more true, we don’t know what we’ve been missing until it arrives. If you keep doing what you’ve always done, you will keep getting the same results. Don’t go for looks, they can deceive. Don’t go for wealth, even that fades away. Go…
Time, like all the treasures in the world, cannot be taken with us when we reach our final stop. Some may never be willing to embrace happiness in and with the time that we do have. And yet, for many of us, it seems there are not enough hours in a day. How we spend…
The spiritual Archangel Ariel is the caretaker and protector of Earth. Ariel watches over all beings, whether they be human, animal or spiritual, ensuring their survival and protection. Ariel is often shown in pictures wearing a white robe and holding the Earth, overlooking all of creation. Archangel Ariel helps us understand the metaphysical relationship between…
The Gothic Fairy is also called the Midnight Fairy. They prefer to be clothed in black to represent their preference for the midnight hour. As the witching hour approaches, the gothic fairy is at last fully revealed in all its supernatural glory. Gothic fairies are known for their love of music and dance. Their music…
There are many people who are not even close to living up what they are capable of. The worst thing is that they don’t make any effort whatsoever to change their circumstances. They obviously want to have a better life, but it’s as if they’re hoping things will magically get better for them further down…
When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us. ~ Helen Keller Don’t look back. Life is in the present. Happiness will come your way when you least expect it. Real opportunities for…
Luminosity is our miracle-readiness, a mental and emotional preparedness for service. God is alert to our readiness for use, and His greatest desire is to alchemize our being, that He might then send us out as His lamps unto the world. ~ Marianne Williamson ~ You are the light of the world. A city on…
The concept of Serendipity can be very complex, as some people would argue that events are never driven by pure luck, but always involves a certain amount of knowledge, intuition and forethought, that is brought together in fortuitous circumstance. It can mean the strange and wonderful way events, people, and places seem to connect in…
We are each different. No two raindrops are exactly alike No two human beings have ever been or will ever be exactly alike. Just as a snowflake, there are people who have similar fingerprints, but none are exactly the same. No two things in the Universe are exactly the same. The Universe is composed of…
If you dreams are in a garden, you are not alone. A garden dream is very common. Gardens are symbols of growth. In dreams, they represent self-identity and confidence. Flourishing garden with many colorful blooms commonly indicates this is a period of good fortune in your life and that you are experiencing inner calm and…
Incense can be a very important part of a meditation. Burning of incense helps to create a positive state of mind and helps associate a particular fragrance with a calm, relaxed mental state. Frankincense is the original incense; in fact that’s where the word “incense” comes from. The effects of burning Frankincense are uplifting, centering and…
Be an angel to someone else whenever you can, as a way of thanking God for the help your angel has given you. Being an angel to someone is being a person who watches out for another person and helps them. It’s about caring for another person because that person matters and because they need…
Angels are the guardians of hope and wonder. Our Angels are the keepers of magic and dreams. Angels can be found everywhere. They are depicted in churches, works of art, landscape statues, Christmas cards, decorations, stories, films, and best selling books. They have risen in popularity in our culture in the last few decades as…
Ever feel an angel’s breath in the gentle breeze? A teardrop in the falling rain? Hear a whisper amongst the rustle of leaves? Or been kissed by a lone snowflake? Nature is an angel’s favorite hiding place. ~~ Carrie Latat ~ “Just as millions of angels participated in the dazzling show when the morning stars…
Sit in a comfortable position Start to imagine that your body is slowly filling with light, starting from the feet and slowly moving upwards As the light is moving up your body —– feel that this light is relaxing the muscles and your mind. Now imagine that any areas of disease or pain in your…
There are often people nearby who want to pull you up when you reach out. These are your angels-in-waiting. Working with angels and receiving their help and guidance enhances your life in ways that you won’t realize until you start making use of it. They will help you with things that range from the…
Take time to appreciate the things that are closest to your heart, for without them, life is meaningless. Don’t give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying. Don’t be afraid to admit that you are less than perfect, only God is perfect. It is…
We all will have our hearts broken sometime in our lifetime. It’s how we handle it that shows our character. Try to develop a new thought process. Once you’ve let it out and have taken some time to face and grieve over it, you can take the next step on recovering from your broken heart….
We are like children, who stand in need of masters to enlighten us and direct us; and God has provided for this, by appointing his angels to be our teachers and guides. ~ St. Thomas Aquinas When we realize that God is our Father, we will also see others as our own brothers…