Commitment brings Purpose and Happiness

The more I focus on the idea of commitment, I find that people who make a commitment to do anything create a sense of purpose in their life. And when people have a sense of purpose, they seem to be happier.

Perhaps this is the idea of goal setting. To set a goal and move toward that goal, gives one a reason to get out of bed in the morning. It also awakens an inner strength to overcome obstacles in ones life; especially, if the goal has been shared with others.

Once a goal is achieved, there is a sense of accomplishment and empowerment. The "I did it!" dance is danced. An inner knowing fills our being and flows out to others. Commitment gives purpose, leads to happiness, which leads to confidence.

I encourage you to test this theory. Make a commitment to do something, learn something, accomplish something; share it with friends; then follow through. Let me know if you find purpose and experience inner happiness.

© 2010 by Becky Benes
www.onenessoflife.com

Process for awakening

Reading the various stories in sacred texts and about the great mystics, I am always looking for a deeper meaning, a message of some sort to help me to grow spiritually. What I have found is their stories seem to be a template for our inner journey into the Kingdom of God-God realization-inspiration.

Several of them seem to have a common thread or process which the characters go through to experience an awakening to the Spirit of God.

• Step one: They are open to the call or the invitation from God-the still small voice.
• Step two: They say "Yes" even when the call seems impossible and/or makes no sense.
• Step three: They confirm their insight or call with a spiritually awake person.
• Step four: They take action and become willing to do what it takes to move forward. They clear the mental, physical and spiritual roadblocks.
• Step five: They experience the manifestation of that which was inspired, they awaken to the Spirit of God.

When I am open to this process in my life and follow the steps, my life transforms and I experience the Spirit of God-Creation-Inspiration.
This is a continual process for me, ever reminding me to take time to go to a quiet place, listen, open myself, and allow the presence of God to come in and through me. The experience is magical.

Attracting Prosperity

During this time in our country, many people are consumed with debt and financial fear. The media is doing its best to keep everyone in a state of alarm and worry. At times like this, it is important to focus on the unseen- the spiritual laws; not the seen- the worldly ideas.

Edwene Gaines, author of The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity gives us four laws which have been proven to work to attract prosperity into our lives despite what is happening around us.

1. Tithe: Tithe 10% of what you receive to where you are spiritually feed; wherever, your heart sings. This does not necessarily mean your church. This is a frightening practice to start. In fact, when my husband and I began, he had to write the checks. I was hyperventilating. I could not comprehend how giving money we did not have would attract more money. However, since we have introduced tithing into our life, our bills have always been paid. I am clueless how this works, but it does. It is definitely a leap of faith.
2. Forgive: Forgiveness clears the way to receive. If our hearts are filled with hate, anger, resentment and non forgiveness, we block our good from coming to us. My prayer for forgiveness is a process. It begins with: God, help me to become willing to forgive ___. Then, God, bless ___. Eventually, I pray, God bless ____ with all the goodness that I wish for me and my family. This is a powerful prayer, which changes my heart and makes room to receive all that is good.
3. Ask for what you want. In scripture we are told, Ask and it will be given. We must know what we want- the desire of our hearts. It is important to go within and truly seek that which makes your heart sing. Set clear and concise goals, visualize receiving them and give thanks that they are on the way. Make sure your goals bring you great joy. It is God's good pleasure to give us the Kingdom.
4. Be on purpose: Once you know what you want, begin action to receive it. If you want a new car, go scope one out, take your picture in it, clean out your garage and make room. If you want a new job, create and send out your resume; volunteer in areas that do what you love. Whatever it is, move in that direction. The question to ask is "Am I having fun?" If the answer is yes, You are on purpose.

I have been practicing these principles in my life off and on for the past 21 years; however, in the past four years I have been consistent with all four laws and my life is forever changed.

It is said that during the Great Depression, Rockefeller continued to live as usual and even donated large sums of money. People watched him in amazement and one of his friends said, "Don't you know we are in a great depression?" To which Rockefeller replied, "Yes, I heard about that, I decided not to participate."

I encourage you to not participate in the fear and media frenzy of lack; instead embrace the four spiritual laws of prosperity and claim the abundant good promised you by God.