The Five Trees In Paradise

The Five Trees In Paradise appear in the Gospel of Thomas “#19ʺ″. It is an allegory of Jesus that explains that whoever attains the 5 levels of Consciousness will overcome the duality of life & death. With all five levels of Consciousness in alignment, life is absolutely ideal.

Realizing The Glory

Jesus came not only to die for our sins, but He came also to redeem us back to what God had created us to be in the first place. In other words, Jesus came to create a vessel, so the glory of God could clothe it, on the inside and out. Through the new birth, God created us, so that His glory could reside within us, upon us, and flow through us.

The Paradox of Spiritualism and Materialism

There is nothing that God cannot give us, but there are two types of possessions, in two entirely different spheres of influence: one so destructive it takes us potentially into a chasm of darkness; another so life-affirming as to reinforce the power of God over all of life. One is the source of every ruination; the other is the source of learning, growth, deliverance, and healing.

Follow the Moonbeam – Everyone Is Special in God’s Eyes

The moonbeam is just one of God’s awesome and many invitations to us. God is not only found in nature but in those extra special natural events and happenings. Those ‘Wow’ moments!

Adult Child of Alcoholic-A Poem To Help Inspire You

Die to the old, Be born to the new, For the kingdom of heaven, Is within you. Resurrect your mind, Transcend the old, Dear One, You Are a Soul. Forget what they taught you, They could never have known, That your birthright was, To live your life from a throne.

Why Develop Your Spiritual Side?

Having a spiritual philosophy or faith can help support you in your decision making, and on your personal journey through life. But what happen when you face challenges, or major upheaval? Can developing your spiritual side help you?

Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga: The Energy Builders of Oriental Exercise Systems

Read about the subtle similarities and differences among Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga. This article, written by a martial artist and teacher of each of these three arts, clearly compares all three energy-building exercise systems in broad strokes.

Using God’s Word to Do His Work

Faith believes that what you said is already done; it is different from hope. While hope believes that God will do it, faith believes that He has done it and you act accordingly. Faith believes the truth and ignores the facts.

Wonders of The Name of Jesus

The Bible says, “that at the name of Jesus, every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father”. The name of Jesus is a strong tower, the righteous run into it and are saved. There is power in the name of Jesus, there is victory in the name of Jesus, there is answer to prayers in the name of Jesus.

Object Lesson – Spiritually Measuring Up

It’s back to school time. Time to get all your school supplies and meet new friends. These games all have a ruler as the central prop and serve as a discussion start for measuring up to God’s standards. I remember the days of using a ruler to create a growth chart on the door frame. But how do we measure our growth as Christians?

Christian Vocation – Exercising the Charisms (the Gift That Keeps On Giving)

Part of living the adventure of the Catholic faith is to exercise our charisms. So exactly what ARE the charisms and how do we exercise them? It’s time for some clarity!

Brokenness and the Building of God’s Kingdom

Can life’s goal be any simpler than finding our purpose toward our personal contribution in building God’s Kingdom on this wayward earth? Can there be anything more important than working for God, to bring freedom to the captive, healing to the weary, fellowship for the lonely, hope for the depressed, rest for the anxious, and justice for the oppressed?