Dr. of Spirituality ACIM: Lesson 8

This is a thought-provoking lesson.

My understanding of ''...we must choose to serve Truth or illusions. There are no alternatives." is this:

If we choose to serve illusions, then we are all stuck in a mindset that perpetuates fear. Fear of the unknown or what we don't understand. In turn, that turns us into something that we try hard not to become. Tyrannical, at best. If we remember some history, it's that kind of 'wrong-mindedness' that was a sort of precursor to The Crusades. A bit on the extreme side, yes, but it serves to remind us of how blessed we are to have a choice. Illusions are the projections of vulnerable individuals that seek to control what they cannot handle within themselves. When we choose to serve Truth, our 'right-mindedness' can bring us to and closer to God. It leaves no room for hate or despair, or a weight on our hearts. We cannot have it both ways for our Minds to grasp 'Right-Mindedness'. The Truth shall set you free.

Our perceptions can have a lot of impact on how we see the world and feel within ourselves. How we perceive ourselves and the world would depend on letting go of our fears and misgivings. We project what we fear and in turn changes our perception on how we use prayer or our faith all together. If we can learn to let go of our fears, we can project a more balanced and steady flow of His Spirit. Our perceptions of how we see or feel The Divine would be vastly different. Connection and communications are key. We have to let go of the illusions we are used to in order to grasp and appreciate the full power of Prayer. The way it is intended for us.

Be Blessed.

Dr. of Spirituality ACIM: Lesson 7

The Ladder of Prayer has you really appreciate the power of prayer. 

We are so used to praying for things that we need or for something to 'go our way' that we forget the foundations of prayer and what it is truly meant for. Not to say that we can't pray how we are used to praying, but be more open to the whole, instead of using a quarter of it.

We must get beyond having enemies and pray for all individuals who need to be shown a different way. We, as ministers, have to let go of what we deem as a nemesis to get full freedom for God to guide us. We are vessels for His Spirit and Love. We have to be humble enough to let go of the boulders that hold us to our fears. We need to do this to better serve those that seek us for guidance.

Be blessed.

Dr. of Spirituality ACIM: Lesson 6

"We don't recognize that love is the answer, because we don't realize that lack of love is the problem."

Those words haven't been more true for today's society. Prayer, in its truest form, is communication with God. Not only for asking things, but being grateful for what we already have or have earned without expectations. Not saying that it is easy in any capacity, and it's not as cut and dry, nor the same for everyone else.

For a long time, I've had trouble with Prayer. I felt that it was one-sided and fell on deaf ears. But, I've always kept the lines open. I've come to learn that the problem was within me and learned to listen better. It is a lesson in progress. I had problems with feeling worthy of God. I never looked at it as 'calling on a Friend'. I'm learning everyday that God gives us what we need. It is up to us on how to receive the things we need. Reigniting the fires within ourselves and prayer can take us a long way.