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- Living with BS Also Known as Belief Systems - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2012 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorI once wrote that beliefs change, Truths never do. But how can we know which is which; and, why should we concern ourselves with the difference? Belief Systems, which author David Brown humorously (and somewhat accurately, when you think about it) referred to as BS, are concepts we cling to ...
Views: 1312(1 vote) - Living With Pain - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierLiving with pain is quite a challenge for each of us on this planet. None of us are exempt from experiencing pain whether it is in the body, mind, emotional body or spirit. It matters not whether you are poor, rich or middle class for pain is part of the human condition. What we do with our ...
Views: 930(1 vote) - Looking Only at What You Want - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2012 from Tracing ABC Tracing ABCNever look at that which you do not wish to experience. No matter what the false condition may be, it must be refuted. The proper kind of a denial is based upon the recognition that, in reality, there is no limitation; for mind can as easily make a planet as anything else. The Infinite knows ...
Views: 1858(2 votes) - Man Reenacts God - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Tracing ABC Tracing ABCAs Mind, or Soul, accepts these images of thought, It operates upon unformed substance and causes it to take definite form as body, which is unconscious form. It becomes definite form, but the form itself is unconscious, because it is made of immaterial substance. Body of itself, ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - Meaning and achievement - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Michael WaltersEvents are happening in all of our lives, at all times. We interpret these events and add our meaning to them, as a result of our experience, conditioning and beliefs. You could say that the meanings we apply to events become our frame of reference to make sense of what is going on. Some ...
Views: 1490(1 vote) - Merrily, Merrily, Merrily, Merrily - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Bob Makransky“Someday there will be a great awakening when we know that this is all a great dream. Yet the stupid believe they are awake, busily and brightly assuming they understand things, calling this man ruler, that one herdsman – how dense! Confucius and you are both dreaming! And when I say you are ...
Views: 1450(1 vote) - Modern Idolatry: What Is the Idol in Your Heart? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2015 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDo you have an idol in your heart? Now, before you say no, let us define idolatry and see what it means today. In ancient times, idolatry was the worship of idols or the use of idols to represent the "gods" people believed in. Such idols were carved images in various forms made of stones and ...
Views: 1898(1 vote) - My defining Moment - My Mother's death - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from venkat caDefining Moment Each one of us would have had one or more defining moments in our life. Defining moment can be explained as a very crucial moment which brings out the essential nature or character of a person For me the Defining moment of my life was My Mother’s Death in front of my ...
Views: 2041(1 vote) - My Gut Instinct Told Me So... - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Jennie Reve-AlmodovarHave you ever had a gut instinct? You know, that feeling that comes over you when something doesn't seem right? It could be a sudden feeling you may have that motivates you to be in the right place at the right time to reveal that missing piece of the puzzle. These instincts can come in ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - My Stories - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from David OrmanWhat am I made of? Flesh and blood? A collection of organs, glands and bones wrapped inside a suit make of human tissue? An exotic matrix of DNA and its variants, woven together by an unknown Source? No, it is not that elaborate. In fact, it is all too simple. I am made of stories. Self ...
Views: 1213(1 vote) - Ol’ Boogeyman Still Comin’ To Getcha? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2010 from Anthon St MaartenIn my line of work there is often an unhealthy obsession with the concept of evil. It appears we are simply not able to rid ourselves of this ‘thing’ we seem to have for the boogeyman (here in my country known as the tokoloshe). Just the other day I was listening to a radio psychic scaring ...
Views: 1207(1 vote) - On Nostradamus and the Paths of Wisdom - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2010 from Morten St. GeorgeThis article summarizes the thematic content of the thirty-two Nostradamus prophecies that were known in mystic circles as the Paths of Wisdom, and for cross-reference to online sources the Nostradamus numbers will also be noted. Years of investigation unwinding the cryptic writings of medieval ...
Views: 2294(1 vote) - Only One Mind - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Tracing ABC Tracing ABCThere is no such thing as your mind, my mind, his mind, her mind and God’s Mind; there is just Mind in which we all live, move and have our being. There is Mind and nothing but Mind. We think of Conscious Mind and Spirit as One and the Same. Things are ideas. What else could they be? There is ...
Views: 1538(1 vote) - Our Guardian Angels - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2010 from Seraphia PrestonFrom the time of antiquity, man is said to be protected by a Guardian Angel. This angel appears at birth and follows man right up to his deathbed. Once we have passed our Guardian stays with us in the afterlife, ensuring a safe passage to Heaven. It also helps us to attain salvation in the ...
Views: 2618(2 votes) - Personal Value - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Cory KempWhat determines value in our culture? It has been said that real estate is all about location, location, location. Designer labels are keen indicators of what is special and important in clothing, jewelry and shoe lines. Trend-setters lead us toward what the next great vacation destination ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Prophecy of Doomsday: Principles of Prophecy We must Know - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2015 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDecember 21, 2012 came and went, and we're still all here. Whose fault is it that this and similar prophecies about doomsday did not come to pass? Who are we to believe anymore? Jesus had warned us, "Many false prophets will arise, and will lead many astray." (Matthew 24:11, WEB) So how can we ...
Views: 1606(1 vote) - Putting Grace Into Action - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from Evie Weaver“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead An investment executive reads at an orphanage during his lunch hour. A mother receives a gift of much-needed food and immediately shares it with ...
Views: 2598(3 votes) - Putting the Perfection in imperfection... - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Lateef Terrell WarnickFor those of you unfamiliar with the movie "Love and Other Drugs," it is essentially a romantic-comedy that follows the love interest of a pharmaceutical sales rep (boy) and an adventurous, charitable artist (girl) who also happens to have Parkinson's disease at the age of 28. After their fling ...
Views: 1768(1 vote) - Read Surah Maryam online - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2021 from Qasim AttariRead Surah Maryam online. Listen to it in audio. It is the nineteenth Surah of the Holy Quran and contains ninety-eight beautiful verses. Do its recitation regularly and gain its amazing benefits. For your better understanding, we are presenting its translation and its explanation with details. ...
Views: 550(1 vote) - Reality & Real Life - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Steve DahlRecently Someone asked me "Is there a difference between Real life and Reality?" My response was; it depends on your definition of Real Life and Reality. My gut feeling is, real life is this game we play and call reality and ultimate reality is what some would call enlightenment. As ...
Views: 1130(1 vote) - Religion and the Search for Truth - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Faith LeaderFaith and religion are topics that can really stir up feelings of hostility in many people. This is often due to past experiences of manipulation, forced belief systems and dictatorship style religious leadership. For others, faith and religion can stir up feelings of well being, comfort and ...
Views: 967(1 vote) - Remind and Remember - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Eddie CorbynAll In Your Mind Through the experience of living our life, we pick up many misconceptions about what life is and what it means to have a life experience. In this series of articles I will share with you what I believe and what I know beyond belief about what life is and isn’t and what the ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Science - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Tracing ABC Tracing ABCScience is knowledge of facts built around some proven principle. All that we know about any science is that certain things happen under certain conditions. Take electricity as an example; we know that there is such a thing as electricity; we have never seen it, but we know that it ...
Views: 2091(1 vote) - Seeing in another color - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Katrina HillIt may appear to most people who are looking from the outside in, that the world is filled with chaos, darkness and fear and everything that could be going wrong, is. How could it not be when it appears that everything around us is falling apart? Things seem to be getting worse, relationships ...
Views: 783(1 vote) - Seen as green provides best services for Solar Shed Lighting - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from william denzelIn spite of great demand of internet and television nowadays,still some new generation finds radios very enchanting,it has been seen that radios with slow euphony have still maintained the position in the market.Many evolutions are found in the radio technologies from wireless to ...
Views: 1128(2 votes) - Shani In Indian Mythology - by Submitted on May 19, 2020 from Sri TulasiLike all other aspects of Indian astrology, there are a number of mythological legends associated with Shani as well. Some of the most popular stories, defining his appearance, characteristics, and behavior are mentioned below. Shani is the son of Sun God (Surya) and his wife Chhaya Devi, as ...
Views: 696(1 vote) - Skinny Dipping is Better Than Double Dipping - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Arthur LevinePlease feel free to use this article as long as credit is given to the resource box. (C) Copyright, Arthur Levine 2011. Works: Keywords: Skinny Dipping, Double Dipping, Johnny Oops What has sex got to do with economics? I’ve come to the conclusion that swimming naked in the pool is a ...
Views: 1894(1 vote) - Sorry Abraham, Not Buying It - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from David OrmanYou're not going to like this. You're really not going to like this. - Abraham Hicks "Into the Vortex" CD I am an explorer by nature. Having a voracious appetite for information, I love to do personal "experiments" to see how many ways I can create a better life. Reading, testing, ...
Views: 1173(1 vote) - Soul Searching - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Roseanna LeatonI watched the movie "My Sister's Keeper" yesterday. It's a great film which tugs away at your heart strings. I am really glad we watched it at home instead of going out to the movie theatre; I used more than my fair share of Kleenex! The film raised questions about death and what happens ...
Views: 1294(1 vote) - Spirituality in the Absence of Belief - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Rev. Lou Kavar, Ph.D.A few days ago, I was reading an online article about the use of spiritual assessments. In many institutional settings, including hospitals and the military, the use of assessments for spirituality has become common. There is a wide variety among these instruments but they generally ask a ...
Views: 1459(1 vote) - Spring Clean Your Beliefs - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanCan you think of a belief that you have that really is outdated or no longer serves you or maybe never really was your belief in the first place? Let's say when you were very young you were afraid to jump off of the high dive at the swimming pool. And from that moment on, you were known as ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - Staying Positive in a Negative Situation - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Bettina GoodwinSo you’ve made the decision to be more positive and upbeat in your life as a step to feeling happier and maybe achieving some goals you’ve set. And it’s all going really well, until you step into an environment, perhaps your job, your family situation or some other experience, that is full of ...
Views: 1665(4 votes) - STILL IN THE CLOSET? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2015 from Catherine PerryAre you having psychic experiences? Are you questioning whether your metaphysical experiences are real? Do you see or hear dead people? Are you sensing that angels, God, or other spirit entities are giving you messages? Are you in the closet, so to speak, about your spiritual abilities? ...
Views: 2764(1 vote) - Take Back Your Power - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Edwin SpinaLately, I've been watching episodes from the 1970s TV show, Kung Fu, on DVD. It starred David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine, a half-Chinese, half-American Shaolin priest who wanders the post-civil war American West looking for his long-lost brother. Caine is a martial arts master who resorts ...
Views: 1294(1 vote) - The 10 Most Promising E-learning solution providers June2021 - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2021 from Insights SuccessIs E-learning Going to be the New Normal? Online education went from 0 to 100 in record time after Covid-19 hit across the globe. It became paramount to change the ways we learnt things, right from the study material to even basic cooking. Everything became digital and so did the online ...
Views: 406(1 vote) - The Abundance Crisis - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2011 from Dr. Carolyn PorterOur country and our world is experiencing major financial chaos due to overspending and poor management. People are vocal and a relatively high percentage of them are sharing their desire to reduce spending and refrain from raising taxes, at least until we can get more balance in our economy. ...
Views: 1491(1 vote) - The Astrological and Scientific Significance Of The Kumbh Mela - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Gunjan sharmaEvery Hindu festival and ritual has a story behind it. They are celebrated with zeal and enthusiasm, along with having a strong scientific, historical and thoughtful basis attached with it. All these attributes combine and create a reason to celebrate a festival or perform a ritual. These ...
Views: 979(1 vote) - The Beliefs Behind Why People Lie - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2012 from Cathy EckIn my other articles, I call all beliefs lies because all beliefs come from our false self. That doesn’t make them bad or wrong; it merely puts them in their proper perspective. True authenticity results when we give up our false self and move from our head to our heart. In this article, ...
Views: 1827(1 vote) - The big Questions of Life - Are we immortal? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Enrico GoliasAside from the question whether we can answer this issue at all, I am convinced that all opinions about it are a matter of belief not of knowledge. Man falls inevitably into the realm of faith and beliefs, once we discuss this question. Followers of some churches speak of a purgatory, others ...
Views: 756(1 vote) - The end of the World - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Francois Janse van RensburgThe end of the world! The end of this age / the last hour. Millions of Christians are confused, because they do not read the clear description of Jesus about the end of the World in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke. Many people believe that we live in the last days and the world is ...
Views: 2171(2 votes) - The Islamic Bangla State of Portugal. - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from Abdul Haye AminThe Islamic Bangla State of Portugal. Dear Lord Jesus Christ. My Regard, Love and salaam to you and your Friend, Families, colleague and member of Religious Representatives, Prophets, Apostles, and your beloved father, “As-Sa-La-Mu-A-Lai-Kum-Ya-Rak-Ma-Tu-La-He-O-Ba-Ra-Ka-Tu” Christmas ...
Views: 3360(1 vote) - The Kingdom of God - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Francois Janse van RensburgThe Kingdom of God Greek: ( ???????? ??? ????, Basileia tou Theou) The kingdom of God - Basileia tou Theou The kingdom of Heaven - Basileia t?n Ouran?n For the past centuries there’s been a controversial myth about the kingdom of God that is to come. The miss interpretations of the ...
Views: 2998(1 vote) - The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Magic of Believing - the Power of Thought (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Mind, Mind Power, Claude Bristol, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Inspirational Books. Web Sites: ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - The Majesty of it All! - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2014 from Emily DeCarloI was talking to one of my closest friends early this morning. We discussed some of the things in our lives that God has brought us through. As we talked, I thought about some of the things that life had brought my way. Then, I thought about the majesty of it all; how no matter what, God was ...
Views: 1434(1 vote) - The mystery of the invisible seed! - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from Francois Janse van RensburgThe artist’s expression of his inner self is hidden in the art and the beauty of his painting. Look deep enough into any type of art, and you will find the mystery of an invisible dream that started of in a single seed in the heart and the very essence of the architect. If we gaze upon ...
Views: 2656(2 votes) - The New Jerusalem - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from Francois Janse van RensburgThe New Jerusalem Greek
Views: 2106(2 votes) - The Power of Peace by Kranti Gaurav - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2018 from Kranti GauravHaving a manner of peace and quiet is extremely valuable. It's a disposition that says, "I'm confiding in God," and it talks intensely to individuals. Be that as it may, it requires significant investment, center and the beauty of God to be reliably serene. One approach to create ...
Views: 942(1 vote) - The Ray of Truth in Spirituality - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2017 from Aditya SinghalWe live in a time when there are so many voices and self-proclaimed opinions that the realms of spirituality become confusing and dark. We have also adopted the way in which we make something to be true if it fits our convenience while disowning those that disapprove of our lifestyle. So ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - The Realm of Possibilities - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2014 from Emily DeCarloThe Realm of Possibilities There is a realm that one can operate on where the impossible becomes possible. There is a place or plane in reality where there are no limits. It is hard to comprehend with our finite minds, however. It takes incredible faith. It takes a faith that is unlimited, ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - The Road to Seldom Seen - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Kathleen LamoureuxWhat road are you traveling on these days? What is it in your life that you seldom see or forget to see? Since we are in the 9th month, here are 9 seldom seen ways you may or may not be traveling? 1. Do you dream and see your passion or do you see your innermost fears? 2. Do you see ...
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