Giving

In a recent Daily Guideposts, Roberta Messner talked about how giving to others in a variety of ways lessened her chronic physical pain from an incurable disorder. Her doctor told her that her discovery was supported by both the Bible and medical science. “Giving releases endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, Roberta. Studies have actually shown that volunteers, some of the most devoted givers of all, lead happier, healthier and longer lives.”

In another recent Daily Guideposts (01.23.10) I read the following prayer: “Dear Lord, help me do one thing today that brings someone farther away from a problem and closer to a solution.”

When I was very actively doing service in OA, there is no doubt that I felt happier and more fulfilled as I helped my peers live in the solution for their eating disorder problem. It was an honor and a privilege to serve. In my giving of myself, my self was receiving - a lovely, loving loop of giving and receiving in action. My own recovery was enhanced, my connection to Spirit strengthened, my channel clearer, my heart open.

Service is always a great way to quiet the ego, let God in, and shine my light to help others. As I set my intentions for moving my life and purpose forward, I enthusiastically (“with God”) give of myself. I am blessed as I bless others.

Looking Unto Thee

God,
Thank You for this adventure called Life.
May I look unto Thee as I go through this day.
May I clearly receive Your guidance as minute after minute I look unto Thee.
May I easily and enthusiastically follow Your guidance as I look unto Thee.
May I be filled with love, gratitude, and joy as I look unto Thee.
And, may I go out into the world and be Your emissary of peace and Light as I look unto Thee.
- Inspired by Unity of Sedona's Rev. Mark Pope's 08.16.09 message

This Morning's Prayer

Good morning, Spirit! Thank You for this day.

I enthusiastically (rooted in the Greek “from God”) greet this day and our day trip north to cooler climes and beloved like-minded spirits.

I open myself to all of Your messages and for the next steps to take in our new life. May I be alert whilst I am attentive to those with who I am in the company of. For I know that You so often speak through people and I am so eager to hear Your Voice as much as possible!

Grant us peace and safe, fun travel as we go forth today, doing Your Will wherever the adventure takes us.

I am Love

I am Love, responding to other beings with kindness, caring, and respect.
I am Joy, living enthusiastically, vibrant in all activities.
I am Peace, walking in calmness and exuding serenity wherever I am.

I am as God would have me Be.