“In fear, we forget who we really are. Forgetting who we are, we forget Who lives within us. And in forgetting Who lives within us, we lose conscious connection to our power.” Marianne Williamson
My neighbor was standing outside as I returned from grocery shopping. She greeted me and said, “I have a question for you. The topic came up in my bible study. Do you think we are in the end of times?”
I felt dismayed she was asking this question on such a tough day. It was a challenging week hearing from friends and loved ones about their pain, loss and grief. The news can be overwhelming with stories of injustice, chaos, and uncertainty in the world. It was easy to fear apocalyptic prophecy in times like this.
I stalled while I took the groceries out of the car. I shook off my doldrums and took a breath. I knew I had to be centered in my response. I affirmed what I know without a doubt—There is a Power and Presence for good in the world. I refuse to dwell on appearances but stand in the true knowing of the Universal Power that is love.
I remembered the quote from Ernest Holmes…”In order to have faith, we must have a conviction that all is well. In order to keep faith, we must allow nothing to enter our thought which will weaken this conviction.”
Now I was ready to respond. “What I believe is happening—” She interrupted me mid sentence “There’s my ride, I have to go. Have a nice day.”
I watched as she got in the car and drove away. I laughed out loud. The universe has such a sense of humor. She uses every opportunity to bring me back to love.
What perfect timing to read this specific message on this specific day! Thank you, Christine, for keeping the high watch. Your work helps so much!
You are welcome! Thanks for commenting.
Thank you, Christine! 🙏 I love your message! 💗
You are welcome Mary. So nice to hear from you. Blessings.
I had several people express their deep concern about the state of the world this week. Thank you for your loving message. I shared your newsletter.
Thanks so much Susan.Great to hear from you.
Love the reminder to turn focus away from a temporary condition to the faithful conviction that the Power of God/ Good must be the only Substance to affirm as Truthm.
Thanks Bernalee.