Joy 9/3/03

[DolphinBlue]

...satisfaction is a lowly thing, how pure a thing is joy.
-Marianne Moore

Our perfectionism generally dashes all hopes of self-satisfaction. But the program is here to show us that we can make progress. We can learn to believe that we are doing any task as well as we need to do it, at this time. Our job is the effort. The outcome is part of a larger plan, one that involves more than ourselves.

We'll find joy when we find acceptance of ourselves and our efforts and the belief that we are spiritual being whose lives do have purpose and direction.

The wisdom that accompanies spiritual growth offers us security, that which we have sought along many avenues. And when we feel secure, we can trust that the challenges confronting us are purposeful and to our advantage.

One day at a time, one small prayer at a time, move us ever closer to spiritual security. We can look with glad anticipation at our many responsibilities and activities today. They are our opportunities for spiritual security. We can trust our growing inner resources by simply asking for guidance and waiting patiently. It will find us.

I must exercise my prayers if I want the spiritual security where I can find joy. I will ask for guidance with every activity today.

From the book: Each Day a New Beginning ~ Daily Meditations for Women.

[Ann]

Amen.

The greatest gift recovery has given me is spiritual growth. I am no longer alone, and to start my day with prayer helps me feel guided the rest of the day.

Thank you for reminding me to be grateful for this wonderful gift.

Hugs
Ann

[Paulie]

The wisdom that accompanies spiritual growth offers us security, that which we have sought along many avenues. And when we feel secure, we can trust that the challenges confronting us are purposeful and to our advantage.

What an awesome gift this is.

This is one of the statments that helped me to understand being a grateful addict.

[DolphinBlue]

That's the bit I really love too, Pauline.

Amy