70 Functions of the Holy Spirit; 10 Reasons Why It Is Better To Have The Holy Spirit

In her book, Spiritual Revolution Patricia King shows really good Biblical research on the function of the Holy Spirit. This list of the 70 Functions of the Holy Spirit come from her research. He leads and directs. (Matthew 4:1; Mark 1:12; Luke 2:27; 4:1; Acts 8:29; Romans 8:14) The Holy Spirit speaks – in, to and through. (Matthew 10:20; … Continue reading 70 Functions of the Holy Spirit; 10 Reasons Why It Is Better To Have The Holy Spirit

5 Things You Should Never Do during a Crisis of Faith, Or Losing Faith In God, Jesus Christ; 5 Signs Of Dark Night Of Soul

1. Stop Attending Church The enemy wants us to isolate and be disconnected from Christian community. God has designed us to worship, commune, and hear the word of God together. A crisis of faith will only become more difficult to navigate if you stop attending church. Feelings of loneliness and rejection, avoiding worship, and the lack of … Continue reading 5 Things You Should Never Do during a Crisis of Faith, Or Losing Faith In God, Jesus Christ; 5 Signs Of Dark Night Of Soul

Spiritual Or Religious Trauma/Grief: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Plus How To Recognize Psychopaths, Narcissists And Cults

EXAMPLE OF RELIGIOUS TRAUMA AS IT HAPPENS Religious trauma may happen in any dysfunctional organized group that worships together, but is much more common inside of cults. https://twitter.com/iSiyarAliShah/status/1763158176474513467 WHAT IS RELIGIOUS TRAUMA? Religious trauma occurs when a person’s religious experience is stressful, degrading, dangerous, abusive, or damaging. Traumatic religious experiences may harm or threaten to … Continue reading Spiritual Or Religious Trauma/Grief: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Plus How To Recognize Psychopaths, Narcissists And Cults

31 Spiritual Warfare Scriptures: Help for Facing Life’s Battles

We're in a battle in this world. We may not see it, we might forget it's there. But the enemy would love nothing more than to start our year off with discouragement and defeat, bringing fear and stress. Don't let him win. If you're a believer who is living like salt and light in a … Continue reading 31 Spiritual Warfare Scriptures: Help for Facing Life’s Battles

Spirituality, Spiritual But Not Religious, Supernatural Realms, Personal Growth; A Life Oriented Towards The Holy Spirit

The meaning of spirituality has developed and expanded over time, and various meanings can be found alongside each other.[1][2][3][note 1] Traditionally, spirituality referred to a religious process of re-formation which "aims to recover the original shape of man",[note 2] oriented at "the image of God"[4][5] as exemplified by the founders and sacred texts of the religions of the world. The term was used within early Christianity to refer to … Continue reading Spirituality, Spiritual But Not Religious, Supernatural Realms, Personal Growth; A Life Oriented Towards The Holy Spirit

29 Bible Verses about Meditation

What does the Bible say about Meditation? Scripture frequently mentions meditation and meditating on the teachings and laws of God. It is important that we think deeply and reflect on what we believe and our actions. Without this introspection, we can forget the importance of living righteously and following the lessons of the Bible. Learn … Continue reading 29 Bible Verses about Meditation

17 Bible Verses about Royal, Holy Priesthood, Offering Up Spiritual Sacrifices

1 Peter 2:9But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; Exodus 19:6and you shall be to Me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.’ … Continue reading 17 Bible Verses about Royal, Holy Priesthood, Offering Up Spiritual Sacrifices

20 Prayers for Addiction Recovery

https://royallifecenters.com/20-prayers-for-addiction-recovery/ Whether or not you subscribe to traditional religions, like Abrahamic religions (Catholicism, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam) or follow more spiritual religions like Buddhism, Taoism, etc. Spirituality in some sense is crucial for your recovery experience. Choosing a higher power, to form a source of faith, is one of the most life-changing experiences in your … Continue reading 20 Prayers for Addiction Recovery

46 Bible Verses about the Kingdom of God

46 Bible Verses about the Kingdom of God The kingdom of God is a central concept in the teachings of Jesus. It refers to the reign and rule of God in heaven and on earth. It is a place of peace, love, and justice, where God's will is done and his glory is revealed. The … Continue reading 46 Bible Verses about the Kingdom of God

6 Ways the Holy Spirit Transforms Our Lives

Needless to say, the Holy Spirit is our leader and those who follow him are his sons and daughters. Romans 8:14-17 says “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God's Spirit when He adopted … Continue reading 6 Ways the Holy Spirit Transforms Our Lives

Archangel Gabriel; Good News

Dearest Ones; All good news is from God... ALL of it. Why not focus on good news, which creates more good? Good news is a matter of focus. Whatever you focus on expands. By focusing on what is good, true, and causes no harm to seven future generations, that expands and grows larger. Why not … Continue reading Archangel Gabriel; Good News

What It Practically Means to Guard Your Heart

....what does Proverbs 4:23 mean? It means be careful. Take seriously the influences you allow to penetrate your heart. Everything you do in your life is at stake, so guard your heart like your life depends on it, because it does. More at; https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/what-it-practically-means-to-guard-your-heart.html?

Getting Ready… with hip waders

https://thecreatorwritings.wordpress.com/2023/10/12/getting-ready/?page_id=15369

Relax ~ You Can’t Stop It Anyway

https://opensenseme.com/2023/10/11/relax-you-cant-stop-it-anyway/?page_id=72473

Bring The Light

https://twitter.com/WestCoastTeam/status/1708012493015302433

A New Day

https://thecreatorwritings.wordpress.com/2023/09/23/a-new-day-4/?page_id=15289

Shine!

https://thecreatorwritings.wordpress.com/2023/09/21/shine/?page_id=15281

Just Ahead

https://thecreatorwritings.wordpress.com/2023/09/20/just-ahead-2/?page_id=15277

Move Forward

https://thecreatorwritings.wordpress.com/2023/09/17/move-forward/?page_id=15265

Healing Trauma and Spiritual Growth: Peter Levine, Thomas Huebl – YouTube

VIDEO: https://youtu.be/4Ew8bXO3Wko 52 minHealing Trauma and Spiritual Growth: Peter Levine & Thomas Huebl - YouTube

Spiritual Practices for the Pandemic – Mathilda Navias

I’ve noticed two trends: most Friends are feeling anxious and stressed. We’re experiencing a collective, global trauma, made particularly difficult by its prolonged nature, the total uncertainty that lies before us, and forced changes in our lives. Some are dealing with very stressful work situations, others with looming financial disaster. And we’re responding with recognizable … Continue reading Spiritual Practices for the Pandemic – Mathilda Navias

What can I do? | Quakers, social justice and revolution

VIDEO: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=10155658733913305Action is extremely necessary at this time. This is not a time just to talk about it. The most spiritual thing now is action. To do something about what’s happening. To go help where help is needed. To stand up when we need to stand up, and protect what is being damaged. And still, … Continue reading What can I do? | Quakers, social justice and revolution

5 Misunderstandings About Spiritual Freedom

 Spiritual Freedom Takes a Long Time and a Lot of Work No. Spiritual freedom is here now. Time and work actually don't have anything to do with it. The amount of time and work needed have everything to do with individual resistance and sincerity. The insincere seeker tends to build more ego, and then needs even … Continue reading 5 Misunderstandings About Spiritual Freedom

Unprogrammed Quakers Are Spiritual, Not Religious – Quaker Experience, Spiritual Evolution And Growth Of Consciousness – Independent, Experiential Inner Growth – Opening To Spirit – Virtual Worship With Friends – Exposing Delusion And Error – The Futility of Ego Reaction And Navigating Our Awakening | A Green Road Journal

What if there is a way to sit with others in equality and unity? What if there is a way to be part of a different kind of conversation within a welcoming, kind, loving, accepting community? What if there is a path that welcomes every perspective in a search for deeper truths? What if there … Continue reading Unprogrammed Quakers Are Spiritual, Not Religious – Quaker Experience, Spiritual Evolution And Growth Of Consciousness – Independent, Experiential Inner Growth – Opening To Spirit – Virtual Worship With Friends – Exposing Delusion And Error – The Futility of Ego Reaction And Navigating Our Awakening | A Green Road Journal

Grounded in God – Michael Wajda

What does it mean to be spiritually grounded? To me, being grounded is feeling, knowing, and living through the guidance of the Living Stream. It is seeing with the contemplative mind. When I’m grounded, I am less concerned with me. I am alive in a fuller way because I see beyond judgment. Instead of right … Continue reading Grounded in God – Michael Wajda

See the Beauty Heavenletter #595

Note the Beauty in the World today. Wherever you look, see something beautiful. Beauty does lie in the Eyes of the Beholder. Consciousness lies within you. If you do not see Beauty, it is you who is not seeing Beauty. You are the Beholder. Now, behold. If today you do not see Beauty, look again. … Continue reading See the Beauty Heavenletter #595

The Top 8 Ways To Be ‘Traditionally Married’ According To The Bible

http://www.upworthy.com//the-top-8-ways-to-be-traditionally-married-according-to-the-bible?c=upw1According to the Old Testament, which defines all of the 'rules' of traditional marriage, the above examples are all of the ways that couples can be married in a 'traditional' way. Don't believe the above? Get a copy of the Bible and look it up. There is a LOT of really kinky as well as … Continue reading The Top 8 Ways To Be ‘Traditionally Married’ According To The Bible

Who are we? Are We Our Definitions?

Who are we? Is the thought of who I AM, connected to job, relationship, money, possessions, power, religion, dogma or anything else? Gangaji reminds us that there are NO DEFINITIONS of outside things, or inner mental chatter that can define who we are in the final essence.Listen as Gangaji describes the inner silence that is … Continue reading Who are we? Are We Our Definitions?

Gangaji; The Heart Can Bear It All

For anyone on the spiritual path, often the final hurdle to true, lasting fulfillment is overcoming deep self-hatred. The hurdle is in facing what we think is the truth of who we are - worthless, no good, unlovable, and possibly unredeemable.In this powerful compilation of monologues and interactions, Gangaji first addresses how we perpetuate worthlessness … Continue reading Gangaji; The Heart Can Bear It All

Raj Yoga; A Connection with Soul, God And Consciousness

The word Yoga means ‘connection’. The mental connection between the soul and Supreme Soul or the remembrance of the Supreme Soul by the soul is called meditation or Raj Yoga. Stability in the Soul-consciousness and God-consciousness will bring peace and bliss to the soul. By this means, all the latencies of the vicious actions of the … Continue reading Raj Yoga; A Connection with Soul, God And Consciousness