Mind is the Gateway to Manifestation

 Weekly Message for Sunday, June 1, 2025

Mind is the Gateway to Manifestation

 

               From a New Thought perspective, Napoleon Hill's insights echo a foundational truth: the mind is the gateway to manifestation. When Hill speaks of “definiteness of purpose,” he is describing the spiritual law that thought, when imbued with clarity and conviction, becomes causative. In New Thought teaching, we recognize that Spirit works through our focused intention. Knowing what we want, and why we want it, aligns our mental atmosphere with Infinite Intelligence, which then moves to bring form to our ideas. This clarity is not mere wishful thinking; it is a spiritual commitment to be in harmony with our highest good.

              Hill’s statement, “The starting point of all achievement is desire,” aligns with the New Thought principle that desire is Divine in origin. Desire—de sire—literally means “of the Father.” It is Spirit’s way of nudging us toward the greater expression of life, love, and creativity. When we honor our desires as sacred and cultivate them with faith and expectation, we become co-creators with the Divine. The energy of desire, properly understood, is not grasping or ego-driven—it is the movement of G-d in us, seeking fuller expression through us.

             Finally, Hill reminds us that “Riches do not respond to wishes.” This is a powerful reinforcement of the law of mind in action. In New Thought, we affirm that thoughts must be married to feeling, and then followed by consistent action rooted in spiritual knowing. It is not enough to visualize abundance; we must embody it. We must create definite plans, hold steadfast to our intention, and persist through appearances. This is the path of spiritual maturity: knowing that the Universe responds to our deep conviction, unwavering faith, and the alignment of our inner world with Divine Law.

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You are Worthy of Abundance

 Weekly Message for Sunday, May 25, 2025

You are Worthy of Abundance

 

Dr. Joseph Murphy in his book, “The Power of Your Subconscious Mind,”  highlights a profound principle: the subconscious mind acts as a powerful, obedient servant to our conscious beliefs and statements. It doesn’t evaluate or judge what we say—it simply takes our words and beliefs as commands and begins to align our circumstances, behaviors, and opportunities accordingly.

When it comes to financial prosperity, this means that if we constantly affirm lack—saying things like “I can’t afford it,” or “Money is hard to come by”—our subconscious mind will go to work fulfilling those declarations. It will guide our actions, filter our perceptions, and shape our experiences in ways that match those limiting beliefs, even if we desire abundance on the surface.

On the other hand, when we consciously choose to speak and think in terms of abundance and possibility, the subconscious mind begins to create internal and external conditions that lead to prosperity. For example, by affirming, “I’ll buy it. I accept it in my mind,” we are planting a seed of abundance. The subconscious mind then begins to support us by increasing our creativity, confidence, and receptivity to financial opportunities.

In essence, the subconscious mind guides us to financial prosperity by aligning our deeper beliefs with actions and outcomes. To harness this guidance:

1. Speak abundance: Replace limiting statements with empowering affirmations.
2. Visualize prosperity: See yourself already in possession of the wealth or financial freedom you desire.
3. Feel deserving: Deeply believe you are worthy of abundance.
4. Remain consistent: The subconscious mind responds best to repetition and emotion, so make prosperous thinking a daily practice.

In doing this, your subconscious begins to shift your reality—opening doors, influencing decisions, and attracting resources that move you steadily toward financial well-being.

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Radiating the Truth that All are One

 Weekly Message for Sunday, May 18, 2025

Radiating the Truth that All are One

            Today we find ourselves standing at a threshold. The world around us is grappling with deep division, fear, and policies that separate families and sow suffering. But we, as students of New Thought and spiritual principles, are here to remember and to remind: Spirit knows no borders.

           There is one Life. That Life is God. That Life is perfect. That Life is our life now—and it is the life of every soul, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, or documentation.

          We are called to live from a higher awareness. To see beyond appearances. To recognize the divine spark in every person fleeing danger, seeking a better life, or simply hoping to be treated with dignity. Compassion is not a political stance. It is a spiritual principle.

          While human laws are made to serve order, Divine Law serves Love. And Love tells us there is no "other." We are one human family, created in the image and likeness of G-d. When we act with compassion, when we advocate for justice, we bring heaven to earth.
 
        This is not easy. The world would have us believe that safety lies in separation. But Spirit teaches us that true safety, true peace, comes only through love, understanding, and unity.

       We are not powerless. We are powerful beyond measure. Our prayers matter. Our consciousness shapes reality. So let us hold the vision:  A world where children are not torn from their parents. A world where migration is met with mercy. A world where policies reflect the values of justice and kindness. A world where borders serve peace—not fear.

       And let us act. Support organizations that protect human dignity. Vote for leaders who value unity and inclusion. Speak out—not with anger, but with clarity and compassion. Be the presence of peace wherever you are.

Close your eyes. Place your hand over your heart.
Visualize a golden light within you, the light of divine love. This light expands—beyond your body, beyond your home, beyond your country. It expands across the globe, touching every person affected by injustice, by displacement, by fear. See them held in this light. Safe. Whole. Beloved. Now see yourself as a beacon of that same light. Radiating love. Radiating peace. Radiating the truth that all are one.
Breathe. And silently affirm: "Where there is suffering, I bring compassion. Where there is fear, I bring faith. Where there is division, I remember unity. I am the light of God in action." And so it is.

Keep the faith!

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from Diapers to Divine Wisdom

 Weekly Message for Sunday, May 11, 2025

from Diapers to Divine Wisdom

 

                 Today is our Mother’s Day celebration, where we honor not just mothers in form, but the the nurturing, intuitive, slightly exhausted force of unconditional love. Whether your kids are toddlers, teens, grown-ups, or fur babies who think they're human, today is your day. And for those of you who’ve ever tried to meditate while a child screamed “Mooooom!”

                 Today’s message is titled “From Diapers to Divine Wisdom” — a journey through the sacred chaos of motherhood. We recognize that mothering is not just a role, but a vibration. The Mother Presence expresses through every late-night worry, every packed lunch charged with loving intention, and every time a mom intuitively knows that someone is lying about brushing their teeth. Like Spirit, she is everywhere present, all-knowing, and somehow still ten minutes early to the school pickup line. Let us celebrate mothers not only for what they do, but for who they are — living, breathing affirmations of love in motion.

                Happy Mother's Day!

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When the Thrill Is Gone, A Spiritual Reflection

  Weekly Message for Sunday May 4, 2025

When the Thrill Is Gone
A Spiritual Reflection

               There may come a time in every soul’s journey when someone quietly admits, “The thrill of life is gone.” It’s not a dramatic declaration—it’s a whisper, a weariness, a realization that what once sparked joy or purpose no longer does. In that moment, the world may appear muted. The colors have dulled, the laughter feels distant, and even the familiar routines no longer comfort the way they used to. If you’ve ever felt that, or if you’re feeling it now, know that you are not alone. Many spiritual seekers, saints, and sages have stood in that same space and wondered where the spark had gone.

               Spiritual guidance begins not with trying to erase that feeling, but by listening to it. Often, when the thrill fades, it is not life itself that has changed, but our connection to it. The thrill we once found in achievement, relationships, possessions, or excitement may lose its luster because the soul is calling us deeper. When external joys grow quiet, it can be a signal that our spirit is ready for something more enduring—something eternal. This is a sacred crossroads. It’s not a punishment. It’s an invitation. The loss of thrill is not a void; it is the space where something deeper, more authentic, is waiting to rise.

              This is when we are called inward. The great mystics remind us that “the Kingdom of God is within.” In that still, sacred interior place, the Spirit whispers what the world cannot. It reminds us of a joy not based on adrenaline, but on awareness. Not a thrill that passes, but a peace that stays. When we open our hearts in prayer, walk silently in nature, journal our longings, or simply sit and breathe with intention, we begin to feel the stirrings of life again. A thrill not rooted in sensation, but in meaning. A purpose not tied to activity, but to presence. The journey from thrill to depth is not easy—but it is holy. It is here that many rediscover their true calling—not to chase life, but to embody it. And in doing so, the thrill returns—not in fireworks, but in firelight. Gentle. Steady. Eternal.  

 Keep the faith!

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