Let Go Let God Open to Forgiveness

Forgiveness opens a place in my heart for peace and love.

 

Forgiveness is a powerful expression of love. When I forgive someone, I begin with a simple desire to overcome resentment. I choose to let go of ill will or bitterness toward another person. Forgiveness does not condone or overlook the behavior that initiated the upset to begin with. It does, however, unshackle me from negative feelings. It also keeps me from living my life in blame. I am the one who is set free. I no longer need to justify my rationale for holding another liable for my pain. I feel God’s blessing as I replace seemingly justified resentment with forgiveness. I have opened a place in my heart for the full expression of peace and love.

Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.—Luke 23:34

Let Go Let God as a Role Model

I give thanks for the role models in my life.

 

There may have been many family members, teachers, and mentors who have left an impact in my life, and I consider them to be valuable role models. When I think of these people, I think of the ways they have supported, encouraged, and inspired me. I am grateful for all that they have done to help me become the person I am today. But have I thought about myself as a role model? Each day, I have the capacity to make a difference in the lives of others. Each day, I can be a role model as a parent or family member, a coworker and friend, and through the ways in which I demonstrate my faith in God. I value these opportunities and give thanks for those who have been role models for me.

Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.—1 Peter 4:10

Let Go Let God Celebrate Graduation

Today is the first day of the rest of my life!

 

Students completing academic achievements must surely feel a sense of accomplishment and anticipation. As commencement speeches have or will remind them: Today is the first day of the rest of your life. I reflect on the truth of this statement in my own life. I bring to mind the graduations I have experienced both within and outside of classroom settings. Each experience has strengthened my faith and brought with it the guidance to live my best life. Just as I have gained in worldly wisdom, I have gained spiritual wisdom. Spiritual practices and studies allow me to graduate from one level of understanding to a higher level. I am enriched by wisdom. Today is the first day of the rest of my life!

But truly it is the spirit in a mortal, the breath of the Almighty, that makes for understanding.—Job 32:8

Let Go Let God in Remembrance

I remember with love all who have come before me.

 

In the United States, today is an opportunity to acknowledge those who died in service to our country. This can be a bittersweet day, but as we recall the good times, our hearts are lifted. At any time and wherever we may be, we can share poignant memories with younger family members, of those who are no longer on this earthly plane that continue to live in us and through us. Our memories are more than mental monuments. As we pay homage to loved ones, we revive the feelings of family and unity. We know there is no separation in spirit. We are united in a spirit of oneness that can never be divided. As we live in the present, we prepare for a future of loving expression and fulfillment.

If one member is honored, all rejoice together with it.—1 Corinthians 12:26

Let Go Let God through Wholeness

I choose to live this day as a whole and complete experience.

 

My mortal mind may be eager to focus on perceptions of lack, creating shadows across the energy of the day. Yet what a gift it is to realize that this day is whole and complete, waiting for me to discover it and appreciate its unique energy! I am one with the essence of love and abundance that is my experience of the Divine. Anything that may seem to be missing is merely an illusion born of my limited human perception. Today I affirm wholeness in everyone and everything I encounter. Through my perceptions of wholeness, I feel and express the fullness of the Spirit I truly am. I choose to live this day as a whole and complete experience.

This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.—Psalm 118:24

Let Go Let God with Creativity

Divine creativity is alive in me!

 

It is easy to appreciate the amount of creativity it takes to produce a work of art. That level of inspiration is also available to me as I plan my day. I am innately creative! From what I will eat to planning what I want to accomplish, I embrace it all as an exercise in using the power of my imagination to consciously create my life. I look for new ways to express my unique abilities. Maybe I will expand my vocabulary by writing notes of appreciation to people who inspire me. I might explore the culinary arts and create a new menu of food selections that celebrate health and wholeness. I may even learn to paint! Whatever I do, I claim the power of divine creativity as my own to make the world a better place.

Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.—Proverbs 4:23

Let Go Let God as Children's Blessings

Children are among our greatest blessings.

 

Each of us is born in absolute purity. We grow, we see and learn, and we are in a constant state of wonder. One of the greatest blessings we can receive from children is to witness their awe as they discover the world in which they live. Jesus encouraged us to be as little children—to live in faith and fascination and childlike innocence. Children remind me of what is truly important: love, laughter, openness, acceptance, and delight. I live my life much more richly and fully as I remember to approach all my circumstances with the freshness and excitement of a child. Life is a wonder, and children are among our greatest blessings.

Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.—Matthew 19:14