Higher and Higher

Higher Power – a term or phrase often referring to a supreme being or deity, or other conceptions of God. Wikipedia.

A higher power can be anything actually, that one believes is adequate to his/her needs emotionally, physically, or otherwise. In essence, it is that which is greater than oneself and in a loving and caring form. Something of nature, consciousness, science. God. Buddha.  

For me, I have a daily sense that there is a loving God that surrounds my being. Together as one, I feel an awareness of safety and calm within. Whether I have conversations of self-evaluation, unmet needs, or gracious thankfulness, there is always a sense that I am sharing my inner person with a being greater than myself. 

When I find doubt and need of assurance, hope appears to be in short supply. Hope seems hopeless. Power eludes as powerless. Inner conflict is real. Weak and weary in a spiritual sense, it becomes easy to cede and fear uncertainty.

My spiritual sense (or God)  is ever about me. I often hear a calm, gentle comfort reminding, “You’ve got this.” “I’ve got your back.” “One way or another, you will move forward.” “I am always here to give you strength.” “This too shall pass.” So many times this aging body and mind have paid heed. As a result, regrets have been few.

Gratefulness is often times a given in one’s life. Taken for granted becomes normalcy. During these moments of comfort and calm, I am reminded to give humble thanks to my higher power. Ever pleased, life is good.

All in all, there is a conscience that ever reminds me that I am loved, safe and acceptable. I allow my God to work his/her timing to all that is good. I am on this earth to do. To be. To teach others and myself that good is to be. My God who gives me strength also provides me great hope, power and joy. And for that I am grateful.

“Open unto me…light for my darkness…hope for my despair…courage for my fear…peace for my turmoil…joy for my sorrow…strength for my weakness…wisdom for my confusion…forgiveness for my sins…love for my hate…ever grateful for Your love. H. Thurman.

“We cannot go back and change the beginning, but we can start from where we are and change the ending.” C.S. Lewis. 

Move forward. Reach higher and higher. 

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