Where's the Joy?

I am seeking joy today. I know it’s not outside of me. It comes from God; it is part of my divine birthright.

But these days it seems hard to find my joy. How can that be if it is part of me through and through, like God? I suppose my ego has put blocks up to my joy and they appear to run deep.

The good news is that if my joy comes from Spirit, then Spirit can restore me to that which I appear to lack.

Today I turn my life and my will over to Spirit. I ask for any obstacles to joy be removed so that I may be a better demonstration to others of Your love and grace. Thank You, Spirit! So it is.

Healing

I’m still in rest mode and slow gear as written about yesterday. In that mode, whatever daily routine I have has been cast to the wind. Yesterday I did not have my usual morning cup of decaf, Rog and I watched a Conscious Media Network video at 7 AM, then followed that with a movie on a related subject. I also took a long nap during the day and went to bed early in the evening.

And, I didn’t read yesterday’s Daily Word until this morning.

I just had to smile (good for healing) when I saw the topic. God not only has a sense of humor but surely has Its way of assuring me that It is around by providing synchronistic occurrences. For Wednesday evening we’d watched a video in which David Wolfe spoke about Superfoods, which offer tremendous dietary and healing potential, and the Daily Word on Thursday was about healing. Think there’s a message here for me?!

Here’s the Daily Word from Thursday, July 30, 2009:

HEALING
I am whole and well in mind and body.

Wholeness is my natural state as an expression of God. I affirm strength, health, and well-being and restore vitality to every part of my being.

As I breathe deeply, I inhale oxygen-rich air that restores the cells of my lungs. I appreciate the wondrous workings of my body and give thanks for its ongoing restoration. I open my mind and heart to inspiration and guidance so I know how best to take care of myself.

I eat nutritious foods prepared in healthful ways, and I exercise regularly, toning and strengthening my body. I am an expression of God, and I take care of myself--body, mind, and soul.

"Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body."- Proverbs 16:24"

P.S. We did go out today and buy some raw, high energy foods.

The Pacesetter

In packing for our move, I’m finally getting to reread papers that I’ve held onto for years, traveling and just taking up space. My files have moved from Manhattan to Taos, several times around Santa Fe, and now have resided in the Phoenix area for almost six years.

I have much paper, for these came into my life before the computer and Internet were widely used.

It’s time to share these gems... Here’s one that can be found on the Internet.

Psalm 23: Japanese Version by Toki Miyashiro

The Lord is my pacesetter; I shall not rush.

God makes me stop and rest for quiet intervals:
God provides me with images of stillness, which restore my serenity.

God leads me in ways of efficiency through calmness of mind,
And God’s guidance is peace.

Even though I have a great many things to accomplish each day, I will not fret.
For God’s presence is here.
God’s timelessness and all-importance will keep me in balance.

God prepares refreshment and renewal in the midst of my activity, by anointing me with oils of tranquility.
My cup of joyous energy overflows; surely harmony and effectiveness shall be the fruits of my hours.

For I shall walk in the pace and dwell in God’s house forever.