MINISTER’S MESSAGE

Turning to the Divine

“Our mind must be steady in its conviction that our life is some part of God, and that the Spirit is incarnated in us. Affirmations and denials are for the   purpose of vitalizing faith—for the purpose of converting thought to a belief in things spiritual.” —Ernest Holmes

Why do we do what we do? Much of my self-talk is absorbed in my conversations with the Divine. I sort things out within myself by honest conversations  between my small self and my Soul Self. Most times I follow the guidance I get and life goes smoothly. But there are those times I am stubborn and think I know better and misbehave actually…I go against the wisdom I know deep inside. Of course, suffering     follows that way to handle things. It is karma. But as I approach my retirement, I am more aware I might be less driven to do all the spiritual study I absorb my time with. I might get lazy in my spiritual life…when left to my own time management. I have so many goals. I have planted many seeds of worthy intentions. Self-care is on my list…but will I fall prey to lazier habits? Who will be watching me? To whom will I be accountable? Then I  realize, of course I will turn to the Divine. I have always loved how Ernest Holmes referred to the Divine Nature within us all as our ‘Friend.” I know my choices put my beloved family first. In that alone I will rise up and be accountable to me…for them. I am writing all this because this month is about facing our doubts and leading with faith in action. I trust that we will have much to share as we walk through the month together, delving deeper into our ground of faith.

And we look forward to Dr. Rev. Barbara Leger speaking at the end of the month on Peace (May 31). It is her calling to establish peace platforms where we put peace first. She is very inspiring to listen to. The month is an important one as we continue to walk towards transformation and change. We are a spiritual community that is   leaning into one another for greater support in times of change. It is all Good.

Make this your Peaceful month.

Blessings of love,

Rev. Sue MillerBorn