Hi everyone!
I owe and apology to those who come regularly to read posts as I have not been diligent in keeping a regular rhythm. I have allowed myself to be distracted and in retrospect I have to admit that I did because I was afraid of making a real commitment to this page.
My sincere apologies and, let’s begin anew.
On this note, the contemplation seed card I have randomly pulled up to focus on this month is “Pride stands in the way of loving God.”
This is a Wisdom card that speaks of the LAW OF GOD.
” In his pride the wicked man does not seek Him; in all his thoughts there is no room for God.” Psalms 10:4
“The LAW OF GOD teaches us how to become more like God.”
“Each person will understand, define, and accept this law according to their individual state of consciousness. Thus we will have different perspectives according to our understanding.”
“The apostle Paul said God’s “law is holy, and the commandments holy and just and good” as well as “spiritual” (Romans 7:12, 14).”
“The LAW OF GOD goes beyond the 10 Commandments. This law is spoken of throughout the Bible letting us know how to live according to Spirit and become more like God.”
“The biblical verse speaks of pride and what it does to the spiritual seeker. It closes our ability to listen to God’s voice and guidance.”
I have to admit that this was the last card I thought I would pull out from the deck. I also have to admit that I had a strong reaction to it and was tempted to pull another one I would like better. Then, I remembered that those instances which make me the most uncomfortable are actually my greatest teachers if I only relax and take a deeper look.
My personal spiritual revelation is that if I want to become a good teacher I need to be willing to learn firsthand that which I am sharing and apply it with a heaping spoonful of humility (walk the talk).
It is beginning to look like this wisdom seed is exactly what I need to plant in my consciousness at this time.
To wrap this up I will share the contemplation suggested in the booklet for those of us who would like to embark in this month’s journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth into the subject of pride.
It all begins with taking an honest look and notice if we are under the grasp of pride.
The proud mind will defend and justify its actions, choices and behavior and reject any advice or help. We are acting out of pride when we blame others for our wrongdoings; we are easily angered and quick to judge.
“Sit quietly and imagine you are meeting with a spiritual teacher. He greets you with a big smile and invites you to walk with him. He asks you what brings you to visit him. You let him know that you want guidance about letting go of pride. The teacher reaches inside a pocket and hands you a golden piece of paper. He lets you know the note addresses your concerns and that after you read it, you need to sit quietly and contemplate on the message received. With a smile he points to a bench and then leaves you. You sit on the bench and open the note.”
HAPPY JOURNEY TO ALL!
Let me know of any insights you would like to share for everyone to learn.
Blessings
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