Surrender

 
There is only one life. One power and presence that is in and through all people, places and situations, and this is what I call Spirit, and which is good and only good. Spirit is peace, joy, harmony and balance. Spirit is abundance and prosperity, health and wisdom. Every moment is filled with the all-ness of Spirit, and Spirit gives freely of itself to one and all, never judging, never holding back, just freely giving to all of its creation.

Because I exist, then I, too, must be a part of the creative essence of Spirit. The love, peace, and joy that Spirit is surrounds me and fills me, and it is mine to accept in every moment, for Spirit is in every moment, just waiting to give to me my heart’s desire – all I need do is open and say YES! And as this is true for me, I know that it is also the truth about anyone reading this prayer, for no one can exist outside of Spirit. Each of us is surrounded and imbued with all the goodness and all-ness that Life has to offer.

And so as I speak my word in the first person, I invite all who are reading this to join with me in accepting a deep surrender into the ease, peace, and comfort of Spirit. I declare that my faith is growing greater than ever before, and that my spiritual practice is deep and consistent - feeding my body, mind, and spirit. As I allow myself to be immersed in Spirit, I can easily recognize guidance as to what is mine to do - as well as what is mine to let go of. I allow myself to feel a deep sense of gratitude for the shifts and openings taking place. I joyously recognize the power of gratitude, and that it comes easily and naturally to me in my daily life.

I’m so excited and grateful for this awareness and it’s manifestation in my life,

And it is with this gratitude that I release this, my word, into the creative essence known as the Law, to be made manifest in form and action for the highest and greatest good of all, and the harm to none.

And so it is, amen.

Sue Faria, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

Perfect Health

There is one mind, one life divine, one loving Spirit. It is this one which creates and sustains all life. Well-being is its true state of being. Wholeness is its constant state of being. Spirit is all there is.

Right where I am, the power and love of Spirit is. Spirit expresses in me as vibrant, vital energy. The Creative Presence within me expresses through me. I am one with this wholeness and well-being.

As I align with that Spiritual love that is everywhere, I claim perfect health. My natural state of being is wholeness and my body is always working toward better health. I am whole and I am well. I claim that every fiber and cell of my body is functioning at its highest level. In quiet peace, I allow health to envelope me.

I am grateful for this alignment with Spirit’s love and perfection. I am grateful for this prayer that lifts me out of my discomfort.

I release my word into the law and trust Spirit to respond. I let it be. And so it is. Amen.

Bette Smith, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

Be the Light

Spirit is everywhere, all around, in and through all things seen and unseen. This powerful yet gentle source of it all is like a light that shines all the time all over the world. It is the light of love and peace, beauty and harmony and joy. It is never extinguished no matter what is going on.

If Spirit is everywhere, then it must be right here within me. The light of love and peace, beauty and harmony is right here where I am. It is the source of joy in my life and is never extinguished. Even though I can’t see it or feel it, this wonderful source of power and creativity is right here within me.

And now I align with the source of light within me. As I become still, I sense the presence of love and peace within me. As I remember that I am made from this light and I have that love and light within me, I accept this wonderful realization as it shows up in my day-to-day life. I know that it is all I need to find peace and power within me.

I now give great thanks for remembering this truth of my being, that I have light and love within me.

And now I can rest and let go. And so it so. Amen.

Bette Smith, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

New Directions

 
1. Recognition
There is One Infinite Creative Power, a fluid and ever-evolving force that expresses itself through all of existence. This Power is limitless, expansive, and always in motion, bringing life, creativity, and possibility into form. This Presence flows through all things, including my own consciousness.

2. Unification
I am one with this Creative Power. It flows in, through, and as me. Just as this Power is boundless, I, too, am a fluid, creative expression of Infinite Intelligence. There is no separation between me and the creative force that shapes reality. This means that the same expansive potential that animates the universe is available to me here and now.

3. Realization
I realize that no condition in my life is fixed or immovable. What seems solid and unchangeable is, in truth, subject to the fluid nature of the Creative Power within me. I have the ability to focus my creative energy on building new models and new directions. As I name my desires, conceive them in mind, and speak them into being, Life's infinite potential supports me in their manifestation.

I affirm that I have the power to shift my mindset and embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. I release limiting beliefs formed by culture, upbringing, or experience. My deeper mind is fertile ground for new, expansive ideas that serve my highest good. I am open to the possibilities that arise when I align with the creative flow of Life.

4. Thanksgiving
I give thanks for the fluid, limitless nature of the Creative Power that flows through me. I am grateful for the ability to recognize, name, and create new possibilities in my life. I appreciate the wisdom, strength, and flexibility that allow me to land firmly in my spirituality, no matter what challenges arise. I celebrate the new directions that unfold from my conscious intention and creative action.

5. Release
I release this word into the Infinite Law, knowing it is acted upon and made manifest with grace and ease. I let go, trusting that the Creative Power of Life flows effortlessly toward my attention and intention. It is done, and so it is.

Dr. Edward Viljoen, Senior Minister
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

Sort Out Life in Divine Right Order

I know there is One Life, One Spirit and One Intelligence that is equally present everywhere in the Universe. Resting securely in this knowing, in this feeling, in this truth, I am one with It as a unique expression of Oneness. And as a unique expression of this Oneness I have all the qualities of Spirit and Intelligence right here, right now. My expression is one with the whole and, at the same time, one of a kind. I enjoy this understanding, this presence, and relax into it with a feeling of unlimited possibilities spread out before me.

In this relaxed, creative, unlimited state of mind I speak my word knowing my words initiate change in my life. I know and feel and experience the divine order of the Universe unfolding one step at a time as does my life, as does each life.

I affirm that in this unfoldment each step grows out of the preceding one and that each one moves me toward realizing my highest good. With Spirit as my guide, I move forward confident, secure, strong. Now, trusting fully and completely this reality, I appreciate each miracle, each challenge, each revelation, each solution, for just what it is: another step along the way. I open my mind, heart and body to accept the inspiration of Spirit with each breath I take, with each thought I make, with each word I state as I consciously enter fully and completely into the process of life.

With my awareness fully engaged in this spiritual unfoldment, I find myself one with the abundance of the universe ... by freely and easily giving the special gifts my unique expression brings to the world, I am gifted in return. I know this is true for me and I know this is true for each one because we are all subject to the same universal laws in our own unique unfoldment. This is good, very good.

With deep humility and appreciation I gratefully accept this Truth right here and right now. I know Spirit works through natural law to create my good even before being asked, and as I release these words to the law of creation, I know this Truth is present even now in my life.

And I simply let it be so ... and so it is.

Peter Stickney, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

Grief

 

There is one Life, one source for all that is, one energy and essence that is in all people, places and situations. I call this all-ness Spirit, and it is peace and love, strength and beauty. Spirit is eternal and infinite, creator of all that is now, all that has ever been, and all that will ever be. There is nothing outside of or beyond the loving presence of Spirit.

This is who I am, who each one of us are. Spirit is right where we are – in us, as us, surrounding and supporting us in every moment. There is no circumstance or situation that is beyond the loving heart of Spirit; no place that is without Spirit’s strength and peace. Whether we recognize it or not, Spirit is always present. Always.

It is from this place of truth that I speak my word as I claim that the miracle working power of Spirit is right where I am and is also with those who I love as well as total strangers. In remembering the eternality of Spirit, I accept for all of us a greater awareness that all is well on the unseen side, and that we are able to provide comfort for each other in loving, supportive, peaceful ways. I declare that loving kindness permeates each person touched by this prayer, and that all are strengthened and supported through the power of love.

With a heart overflowing with gratitude, I simply say thank you.

It is with faith and confidence that I release this, my word, into the immutable law that takes it and makes it so.

And so it is. Amen.

Sue Faria, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

Stable Support

Spirit is all there is. Spirit is the source of life and love. Strong, powerful, all knowing and wise, Spirit is the guidance and intelligence in this life. Beyond all material things, Spirit’s essence is everlasting and complete. Spirit is the rock of strength and power beyond anything visible in form.

I know that this power and intelligence of Spirit is right here where I am. Spirit is everywhere and that includes me. Spirit guides me in all ways through the steady support that is with me all the time.

I declare that all my needs are met. The comfort and peace I seek is present now. As I turn within, the stable support I long for is right here. With each breath I breathe, I find myself turning to the power within me to steady me. Like a ship in a safe harbor, I am anchored in the love of Spirit. I claim that I am open to Spirit’s guidance to know my way forward when it seems too dark to go on. I know that Spirit is with me all the time and I lean into that guidance now to help me navigate my way ahead.

With such gratitude and thanksgiving for this time of reset through prayer, I can let go.

I release this word into the law which makes it so. And so it is. Amen.

Bette Smith, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

 

Daily Meditation Practice

Spirit is all there is. Spirit is the source of all and the sustainer of life. Spirit is love and peace. Spirit is everywhere present, in the seen and unseen. Spirit is the divine activity ever changing and creating anew all the time.

I am one with this essence of life. I am an expression of Spirit’s love and peace. Since Spirit is everywhere present, it is right here within me. It propels me forward and is the creator of all the activity in my life.

With this understanding, I speak my word for my spiritual practice of meditation. As I align with the spiritual essence within me, I am grateful for my daily meditation practice. I declare that I tune into Spirit’s love and power within me with a consistent schedule. This time of stillness and quiet brings me closer that inner guidance and gives me peace. In this time of silence, I feel a reset in my emotions and mental health.

With gratitude and love, I rejoice in this time of prayer.

I release this prayer into the law and let it be. And so it is. Amen.

Bette Smith, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa

Setting Intentions

Spirit is love and light. Spirit is joy and peace. Spirit is the creative presence and unlimited wisdom, all knowing and all wise. The power of Spirit makes the stars shine at night and the birds sing their sweet songs. Abundance is its nature.

I am part of this creative essence since Spirit is right here where I am. This is true for me and anyone who reads this prayer. Each one of us is a powerful expression of light and love, joy and peace. Each of us has within access to the power of Spirit to bring wisdom into our lives.

I now set my intention for this new beginning of the year to align with that creative power within me. I declare that I take time now to renew my sense of wonder and awe at this Spiritual essence within me. I take time to recognize this sacred part of me and honor the ways that Spirit shows up just when I need a Spiritual boost. As I commune with Spirit within me, my life unfolds for the better. I feel the connection with Spirit right now as I set my intentions for this new year. May I find my center and Spirit’s guidance whenever I need it.

How grateful I am to remember the truth, that Spirit is my guide all the time in every way.

I release my word into the power of the law that always says yes. And so it is. Amen.

Bette Smith, Practitioner Emeritus
Center for Spiritual Living, Santa Rosa