Faith is Simple, if We Keep it So ...
My beliefs are simple, today. Be kind and God will be well pleased is one of them. Listen intently to the people who cross my path and I will hear the messages that are meant for my growth, is another one. There are no coincidences. Wherever I am is where I need to be. A gentle response to another’s angry outburst will heal both of us. Every expression any one makes reflects either love or fear. If I remember God’s presence in every moment, my life will be peace-filled. We do impact the world every time we interact with another person. And I believe that each interaction, each conversation, is my opportunity to promote peace, worldwide.
I developed the beliefs that guide my life over a period of nearly 30 years in the rooms of AA and Al-Anon. This has been coupled with a serious and consistent study over the last fourteen years of A Course in Miracles which is a book of spiritual beliefs that complement the Twelve Steps, not by intention but by content and design.
I am delighted to say that I have finally, quit trying to “figure out” God’s plan for my life. I spent my early years in recovery trying to “read the signs” spelling out God’s plan for me. That obsession, which is what it became, kept me spinning, constantly full of fear that at any moment I was missing God’s message, and absolutely lacking in peace.
I am so glad that I have persevered and found what works for me. I believe that God’s plan is to express loving thoughts to every one who is on my path; to believe that every one is there/here by design, and that if I am offering love, regardless of what I may be perceiving or feeling or hearing, I will be following God’s plan or “will” for my life.
It’s no more complicated than this. I would love to hear what your beliefs are.
2 Comments | March 27, 2004
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On March 28, 2004, J. Page said:
I wish I felt as comfortable about God's plan as you seem to feel. I still second guess him at every turn. And every time I get in the way, I end up in a fearful spot. I have the poster of footprints on my bed room wall. I simply fail to remember that's how God works. Thanks for letting me comment. I will continue to "tune you in."
On April 1, 2004, rita said:
i used to want God to be as mad at all the people who hurt me as I was! and here God/Universe simply wanted me not to hurt. i recently realized that God wants me to be happy and peaceful.
I love this site. i don't do well in groups and I'm going to use this as a sort of "loner" meeting. your philosphies and beliefs are wise and comforting -- I've wanted you to have a site for a long time now. thank you so much!
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