Weekly Inspiration: Spiritual Giving and Divine Gifts
by Shawna Marie Aarons-Cooke
 
The holidays are now in full swing and we each have the opportunity to choose exactly what energy we bring to the table. Is it love? Is it generosity? Is it sadness? Anxiety or regret? Joy? Humor? Authenticity? The possibilities are endless. As a regular reader of the Weekly Inspiration I trust that you already know the tremendous power you have in your thoughts, words and deeds to radiate and qualify the energy that you are, as well as the energy you send forth into this world. 

Divine Inspiration by Shawna Marie
Monday, November 30, 2009
 
"A concentrated thought in any direction, if continued, can do things that seem impossible." - H. Saraydarian
 

Divine Inspiration by Shawna Marie
Monday, November 23, 2009 

“How I love, cherish and treat myself serves as a living guide for how others are to love, cherish and treat me, and for how I love, cherish and treat others too.” (Excerpt from the book Prosperity NOW!)

Divine Inspiration by Shawna Marie
Monday, November 16, 2009 

As you embark upon this wonderful new week consider these words by Ernest Holmes, founder of Religious Science/Science of Mind.

“The Universe is teeming with activity. There is motion everywhere. Nothing ever stands still. If we want to be in line with things we must move. This does not mean we must strain or struggle, but we must be willing to do our part by letting the Law work through us.”

"The more we contemplate and study thought, the more we realize what a terrific force it is and how unlimited are its powers."
- Claude Bristol
 
It is absolutely amazing - the Light, Love, Power and Grace of God. Consider the potential dear hearts, for your oh so very Divine Blessed Life Stream. Consider the greatness and Glory of Holy Spirit acting in, as, for and through you. In this moment with my eyes closed ever so gently, I see Light - Pure, Divine Holy Christ Light - the Light of My Life. I AM in tune with The Infinite, just as is every soul who reads these words and consciously chooses to rest assured in the Light of Life.

There is a Presence and a Power for Good in this Universe. I call this Presence God. Sometimes I say Spirit, Holy Mother, Father, Life, Universe, Love, Divine Wisdom, the Presence, the Divine Plan or the Infinite. All of these words intend to convey acknowledgment and reverence for a Universal Presence, Power and Wisdom for Good in this world that is greater than my greatest conception, all-encompassing, all-inclusive and Infinite. These words are my best effort to name all that and more. Adonai said Jesus. Elohim. I AM that I AM is the name told to Moses. Alpha and Omega. Brahma. Shiva.

A college friend of mine used to always say "I am too blessed to be stressed!" Back then I was kinda out of the loop on the church/religious scene as I had only attended church (sometimes) as a little girl with one of my grandmothers. I was certainly spiritually curious, though, and had lots of thoughts as well as questions about "God", a Higher Power, and the meaning of life. Many years, books, studies, churches and spiritual centers later, I can certainly relate to an understanding of being blessed.

One of my most frequent affirmations is "Success is the Only Option!" Oh yes, my inner cheerleader really rallies around ideas that build a conviction in success. Is there any value added in building a conviction in other possible outcomes?

Last night at the Motivators & Creators Womens Group "Girls Night Out" event, I met several women who were stepping out into creative ventures that they had dreamt about and felt called to implement. Some were bursting with excitement and conviction in their potential success, while others were more hesitant and fearful. I had the opportunity to speak with some who were on the hesitant fearful side, and offer words of encouragement.

Hmmm.... This is interesting. Today is October, 29, 2009. To convert this date in numerology you have October, which is the 10th month. That converts to a "1" because 1+0=1. Then we take the 29th day, which is 2+9=11. Next we take the year which is 2+0+0+9=11. The next step to get today's number would be to add the 1 for October, the 11 from the 29th, and the 11 from the year 2009. But I can not help noticing the series of 1s that show up in today's date, and the two 11s.