ARCHIVES 2020
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ARCHIVES 2020
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“You need only one or two minutes of mindful breathing in order to re-establish yourself in the here and now, to be alive again. Then you go to the other person, look into her eyes, smile, and say, 'It is so wonderful that you are here, alive. It makes me happy.'” – Thich Nhat Hanh
Affirmative prayer: “Infinite Presence, today I am fully alive, bringing my attention to the depth and beauty of the moment, feeling connected and energized by an inner awareness of Presence. Today, I meet another revered soul sharing this life, and I say, “I am so glad to see you. I am blessed by your presence. Thank you!’ Amen.” – Rev. Scott “We are made for transformation. Changing a thought can create a new perspective. Choosing a different path can forge new triumphs. Changing a deeply held belief can transform the trajectory of one’s life. Changing a single note can lift the mood of a melody. We are the composers of our life song. We can be transformed.” – Scott Awbrey
Affirmative prayer: "Today, I am transformed by the renewing of my mind, my heart, my soul. I give great thanks to a Creator who fashioned me in its own image and endowed me with the gifts of choice and creativity. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott "When the colors in the election map are gone. When the pundits and politicians are back home. When the song of the celebrations is stilled. When the people have returned to their communities, the work begins: To find the lost. To heal the broken. To feed the hungry. To bring peace to the land and rebuild the nations.”
– Rafe Ellis, adapted from the writing of Howard Thurman Affirmative prayer: "Today, in the spirit of the prophet Isaiah, I bring good tidings to the afflicted. I bind up the brokenhearted and comfort those who mourn. I proclaim the virtue of others and encourage them to know again that their character and strength are anchored in the love of God. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “Minds that seek revenge destroy states, while those that seek reconciliation build nations.” - Nelson Mandela
Affirmative prayer: "Today, I celebrate the spirit of reconciliation, integrity, and justice showing itself in our nation. I remember my union with the Divine and with all who reside in the life of Spirit, and I give thanks for answered prayers. Amen.” – Rev. Scott "You are a light. Never let anyone dampen or diminish your light. Release the need to hate, to harbor division, and the enticement of revenge. Release all bitterness. Hold only love, only peace in your heart, knowing that only goodness is real." – John Lewis
Affirmative prayer: "Today, I hold love and peace for those with whom I am at odds. I remember that there is no separation in the life of God. I am one with all my brothers and sisters. Thank you, Infinite Presence, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott NASA recently confirmed the presence of water on the sunlit surface of the Moon, which indicates that water may be distributed across the lunar surface, and not limited to cold, shadowed places. The discovery raises intriguing questions about resources relevant for deep space exploration. – NASA News Release
Affirmative prayer: "Today, I turn from the shadows of my life and celebrate boundless energy found in the light. I look to my vast talents and resources, to my relationships, and to the brilliance of my being, grateful to know that anything is possible. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “In the deepest parts of our being, each of us is directly one with an evolutionary current, Spirit-in-action, radiant to infinity and luminous to eternity. And the only ones who should be allowed to work politically are those who strive to see the utter fullness of the Great Perfection in every moment of existence, and who work to manifest more of the Good and the True and the Beautiful in this glorious Universe.” - Ken Wilber
Affirmative prayer: "Today, I strive to see Spirit in action – the Great Perfection – in every moment of existence. I work to make real and visible the good, the true, and the beautiful in this thing called Life, in my life. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “This world God created is of moral design. Grief and tragedy and hatred are only for a time. Goodness, remembrance, and love have no end.” – George W. Bush
Affirmative prayer: "Today, I invite goodness and love into my life experience, and I recognize these high spiritual qualities in others. I affirm that kindness, honesty, compassion, and justness are the very makeup of this country’s president and all our leaders. This is what we all are made of. We’ve come to this life to reveal the love of the Divine. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott Election Day
“For all of our darker impulses and shortcomings, and for all of the dreams denied and deferred, the American experiment begun so long ago, carried out imperfectly, is worth the fight. There is, in fact, no struggle more important, and none nobler, than the one we wage in the service of our better angels.” – Jon Meacham, The Soul of America Affirmative prayer: "Today, I unite with others in transforming our community. May the pain that has been felt in our country and in the world be healed and converted into a nation that is more compassionate, hopeful, joyous, and just. Amen.” – Warren Johnson A friend and subscriber to Daily Reflections sent the below affirmation with an invitation that we light a candle on this day before the election, and tomorrow, Election Day, and reflect…
"I light this candle with the intention of unifying our desire to transform our community. May this act help to repair the pain that has been felt in our country, that this light helps us see a path to transformation. May our collective thought and spirit be sharpened by this light and prayer, leading to a more compassionate, hopeful, joyous, and just community and world.” – Warren Johnson Amen. All Saints Day
“The saints in our midst are proof of spiritual substance, holiness, and eternal fidelity. To see evidence of our own spiritual power, we look to the saints around us, within us, and the saints yet to come.” – Joan Chittister, In Search of Belief Affirmative prayer: “Today, I look to the saints in our midst for a sense of hope and inspiration. I honor the trait of sainthood in all people, knowing that God’s sanctity is at work in us all, allowing the transformative power of love to be our gift, our service to each other. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott Halloween
“The real place of mystery is faith, not fear, not goblins and ghosts. It’s where we find the courage to believe in what we cannot see and the strength to let go of our fear of uncertainty.” – Brene Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection Affirmative prayer: “Today, I believe in the spiritual undercurrent of Life. I let go of the illusion of doubt that attempts to trick me into separateness, and I welcome the treats of living in the confidence of oneness and assurance. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “Everyone deserves underlying human rights: clean water, sanitation, food, affordable housing, nutrition, and health care, without discrimination and economically accessible to all.”
– United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights Affirmative prayer: “Today, I honor my brothers and sisters, and claim for us all the Spirit-ordained rights of dignity, safety, and care. The love of God is the very constitution of every person, and I affirm this noble truth with my prayers and actions. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott A DEA officer stops at a ranch and tells the rancher, “I’m here to inspect your land for illegally grown drugs.” The rancher says, “Okay, but don’t go in that field over there.” The officer explodes and, whipping his badge out, says, “Mister, this badge makes me law and order in these parts, and I go where I darn well please. Have I made myself clear?” The old rancher nods politely and apologizes. Soon, the rancher hears the officer hollering and sees him running for his life, chased by an angry bull. To which the rancher yells, “Your badge! Show him your badge!”
“Affirmative prayer: “Today, I consciously lean into the spiritual ‘laws’ of cause and effect, generosity, and compassion. I understand that life is done unto me as I believe, and that my big-hearted and empathetic nature advances wholeness in myself and the people I touch. Thank you, God, for this spiritual arena in which we live, move, and have our being. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “Uncover the love in the hearts of others so they become radiant. When that love is shining, it permeates other hearts and, when the love of God is established, everything is affected. This is the true foundation of all economics.
- Abdu’l-Bahá, The Promulgation of Universal Peace Affirmative prayer: “Today, I look for the love and beauty in the hearts of others. I know that my seeing contributes to the divine, collective image of humankind as good, generous, and compassionate. Everywhere I look, I see the face of God. Thank you, Infinite Presence. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “The soul is the force of remembrance within us. It reminds us that we are children of the eternal and that our time on earth is meant to be a pilgrimage of growth and creativity.” – John O’Donohue, Beauty: The Invisible Embrace
“Affirmative prayer: “Today, I am mindful of my soul’s journey. I move through my life today and every day with a spirit of adventure. Every encounter, reflection, and breath has meaning. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “Stay curious. Ask any question you have because no question is bad, and take any opportunity before you because you never know where you’re going to end up.”
- Anika Chebrolu’s advice to young people. Anika is a 14-year-old from Frisco, Texas who won the 2020 Young Scientist Challenge for a discovery that could provide a potential therapy to Covid-19. “Affirmative prayer: “Today, I employ the curiosity in myself that leads to new discoveries, creative endeavors, and solutions to challenges. School is in session. I’m ready to learn and explore. I’m ready for innovation and breakthroughs. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “When Life created us, It gave us two great endowments of God: love and creativity. Love, so that we may have confidence in life, a sense of peace and joy; and creativity, so we can express ourselves.” – Ernest Holmes
Affirmative prayer: “Today, I live in the Presence and Power of God. I am made of pure love and I forward it into every aspect of my being. And, because I am made in the image of the Divine, I am creative. I make real the joy, relationships, and triumphs of my life. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “All of creation is joined at the deepest level in an eternal, indestructible Oneness. All life-forms are of the One Life, the God-Life.” – Roger Teel, This Life is Joy
Affirmative prayer: “I live, move, and have my being in the One Life of the Divine, everywhere present, and I recognize this truth in everyone I meet. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott Here’s a note I received from a subscriber, wishing us well during this extraordinary 2020 year: “We are taking advantage of this quiet time. Quiet time to go within and contemplate the wonders of Life and Spirit. May your days be full of wonder and experiences to fill your heart with love and peace. Best wishes.”
“Amen, brother. How good to share this year, this life, with kindred souls.” – Rev. Scott As the 2020 World Series is underway
“The Red Sox, in winning the 2004 World Series, believed so strongly in themselves that they cast a spell upon the city of Boston, causing their fans to also truly believe. And the fans’ revved-up faith doubled the team’s strength. – John Sexton, Baseball as a Road to God Affirmative prayer: “Today, I am the head cheerleader for someone in my life. My encouragement helps them to believe in themselves. My belief in them magnifies their strength. I see them as God sees: an absolute winner. Thank you, Infinite Presence, for this demonstration of love. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “It takes courage to love well, and it takes work to sustain important relationships, but I promise you, it is possible, and it's what our hearts are really longing for.” – Elizabeth Lesser, Marrow
Affirmative prayer: “Today, I open to the beauty of loved ones in my life, to the blessings of relationships. I give thanks for my soul friends, and I nourish our communion with my attention, affection, and gratitude. Heart to heart, I reach out. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “Elections belong to the people. It's their decision. If they decide to turn their back on the fire and burn their behinds, then they will just have to sit on their blisters.” – Abraham Lincoln
Affirmative prayer: “Today, I recognize the goodness in all our government leaders. I bless their service, wisdom, integrity, and pure intentions. I give thanks to have a voice, to know that my vote, my presence, and my heart’s desire counts. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott “One who knows the distance to the outermost star is astonished when they discover the magnificent space in their heart.” – Matthew Fox, The Coming of the Cosmic Christ
Affirmative prayer: “Today, I know that the distance between myself and another beloved soul is sacred space, and that the very act of keeping each other safe is spiritual practice. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott A girl was flying her kite on a misty day; the kite was invisible in the fog. A passerby wondered what fun there could be in flying a kite that could not be seen. To which the girl replied, "I cannot see it, but something is tugging."
Affirmative prayer: “Today, feeling the tug of a Divine Something, I give thanks for the presence and power of pure Spirit in my being. In wakefulness, I attend to the love and business of my life, sourced by Cosmic Energy and guided by Infinite Wisdom. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.” – Rev. Scott |
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