Our Divinity

A contemporary definition of Divinity states: “A divine force or power.  Powers or forces that are universal, or transcend human capacities.”

When we examine this definition, two facets of good news are revealed.  First, transcending a situation is more than simply surviving the situation.  It is rising above the situation to triumph over our challenges

In doing so, we become something more — something greater — than the versions of ourselves that faced the challenges in the past.

Second, human capacities  describe what we accept as our abilities, both today and in the past.  It’s often the case, however, that the limits we are accepting for ourselves are not true limits at all.  Rather, they are perceived limitations that we’ve been conditioned and indoctrinated to accept for ourselves.

Divinity is more than our thoughts.  Divinity is more than what we believe.  Our divinity is more than our conscious mind.  It’s beyond our subconscious mind.  Divinity is an expression of a part of us that is known as our superconscious.  This is the part of us that is lasting, ancient, and timeless.

Our superconscious is the source of our direct knowing.  It’s the key to our deep intuition, creative imagination, and expression.  It’s where our self-acceptance and self-love begin, and because of this acceptance and love, it’s also where our deepest states of healing begin.

An often-used, yet anonymous quote that helps to clarify the distinction between subtle states of consciousness is: ‘The superconscious mind is soul, source, love, the authentic you.  The subconscious mind is what you are.  The conscious mind is what you do.’  We see expressions of divinity in the world around us each and every day of our lives.  Sometimes those expressions appear in unexpected ways.”

Pure Human: The Hidden Truth of Our Divinity, Power, and Destiny, Gregg Braden, pgs. 2, 6 – 7.

Love And Compassion

“For three years Jesus worked with the Pharisees because they had every piece that God’s people needed, except for the one that really mattered to Him as much as anything else. Jesus told everyone that if they lacked that one piece that mattered so much, its absence would ruin everything else.
In Paul’s words, ‘… if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love (compassion)I am nothing.’
(1 Corinthians 13:1 NIV)
This is the critique. Jesus says you may have the Text, you may have devotion, you may have obedience, you may have

a passion for God. But if you are prideful, arrogant, and self-righteous, you don’t have compassion.  It’s the one piece needed to do the work that Jesus calls us to do.

The struggles within the Church today are the tendency to be cultural Herodians (worldliness)
and religious Pharisees (legalism).  Jesus calls us to follow Him with zeal, but also to follow Him in the compassion He had for the outcast, the broken-hearted, and the sinner.  I pray that during this season of Lent Jesus will grow each of us in the fullness of conforming us to His good and perfect  character. A centerpiece of that character is being compassionate.
gracefellowship01@gmail.com, ElderTalk: The Pharisees, MATT GODSIL, April Trailnotes.

Expanding Spiritual Awareness

“As you traverse this pathway of expanding spiritual and conscious awareness, you will come to know that you are a soul, not a person who has a soul, and you chose to experience this lifetime on Earth. You will learn about multiple lifetimes in various civilizations in this universe, and that between incarnations, you live in a spirit world. Learning about soul contracts and pre-birth agreements will let you understand why some relationships and circumstances are splendid and others are difficult.

You will learn that light and love are the same energy, consciousness emanating from the Creator, the supreme being of

the cosmos, and it is the most powerful force in existence. In this universe, the energy comes from God, by whatever name you call the supreme being of this universe.

As an aspect of God, you are a unique, independent, sovereign, immortal soul energetically connected with every other life form throughout this universe and with Creator. Along with seeing yourself as a multidimensional member of the universal family, you will learn about your powerful innate abilities.

Every step along this pathway of discovery will evoke a profound sense of awe, fulfillment, and gratitude for new knowledge. Yet, the reality of your experiencing is even more profound—it has been a process is self-discovery and what you have learned is not new knowledge. Everything is known at soul level, and by consciously tapping into that vastness, you are remembering what you already know.”

matthewbooks.com

Key Aspects Of Our Lives That We Plan Before Birth

“Our soul contracts are carefully crafted to guide us on a path of growth and learning. Every experience, relationship, and challenge we encounter has a specific purpose, helping us evolve and connect more deeply with our inner self.

These unique characteristics of soul contracts are reflected in several key aspects of our lives:

Life lessons: We plan important lessons that we need to learn, such as patience, compassion, or forgiveness. These lessons help us grow and better understand our interactions with others.

  • Significant relationships: We choose relationships with family, friends, and partners that will be crutial in our lives.

Through these connections, we experience love, support, and opportunities for personal growth.

  • Personal challenges: We select certain obstacles and difficulties that will strengthen us and develop our skills. These challenges push us beyond our limits and help us discover our true strength.

  • Gifts and talents: We decide to bring innate abilities into this life to fulfill our purpose and help others. By recognizing and developing these gifts, we contribute to the well-being of the community and our own personal fulfillment.

  • Time and place of birth: We choose the environment and historical period that will provide the necessary conditions for our lessons. This context influences our opportunities and challenges, shaping our life experience.

  • Career path: We select professional paths that allow us to express our gifts and talents and learn through work. Our careers can serve as vehicles for personal fulfillment and service to others.

  • Significant events: We plan key events that will serve as major turning points in our lives. These events offer opportunities for growth, realignment with our purpose, and reflection on our goals and values.”

https://www.gaia.com, Soul Contracts: Do We Plan Our Lives Before Birth?, Gabriel Soca

7 Signs You’re In A Soul Contract With Someone

“Do you believe some people come into your life for a specific purpose? As if they want you to learn valuable life lessons and help you move forward in your spiritual journey? We are all part of a great cosmic master plan and our soul relationships are guided by spiritual laws, rules, and agreements. The more you learn to identify your soul contract, the farther you will go on your spiritual journey.”
mind journal.com

Soul Contracts

“Soul contracts are created in a higher state of consciousness, where our soul works in collaboration with spiritual guides and other beings of light to plan our lives. This process includes a detailed review of our past lives and an evaluation of the lessons we still need to learn for our spiritual evolution.

During this planning, our soul is never alone. We coordinate our experiences with other souls that also play important roles in our lives, and we, in turn, play roles in their lives. This collaboration ensures that each lesson and challenge aligns with our spiritual growth and that of the other souls involved.

The choice of experiences is not based on unnecessary suffering but on the potential for growth that each situation offers. We consciously select both

challenges and joys to achieve a deeper understanding and spiritual balance. This meticulous planning prepares us for a life filled with meaningful learning and opportunities to evolve.”

https://www.gaia.com, Soul Contracts: Do We Plan Our Lives Before Birth?, Gabriel Soca