In our Disciple II Bible study, we are studying the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. There is so much power and miraculous abundance displayed in both of these books. They describe many miracles which were performed by Jesus and then by his disciples, under the power of the Holy Spirit. It's easy to see that raising the dead and giving sight to the blind are miracles. But why do people think miracles like this no longer happen in our world?
I believe that many miracles go unnoticed every day. I also believe that many more miracles are possible. Aside from the word "miracles," what other word is repeated in the previous two sentences? "Believe." That one word can unlock more power than any other.
The sad thing is that the world is so full of doubt and fear that people refuse to believe even simple things are possible. How much less will they believe that seemingly impossible things are possible. I fully believe that nothing is impossible. To state that in a more positive way, anything is possible.
If it was once possible, it is always possible. Many things previously thought impossible are now commonplace. These include flight, deep sea diving, and nuclear energy. I pray I never give up on any dream I have for a better way of life for anyone. Everyday I expect a miracle of some sort.
After all, everything in creation is a miracle. Whether organic or inorganic, it all began with a thought, a belief, and a word. Shame on any of us for living small when we could be God's faithful instruments to bring hope, courage, and plenty to this world of doubt, fear, and lack. Our challenge is to be so plugged into the power of creation that we expect and allow that very power to bring miraculous abundance into our midst on a regular basis. Just believe.
To your abundance,
Sandra Hayes
Prosperity, South Carolina
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Service, Not Sacrifice, Is Essential To Abundance
As an avid student of Ayn Rand's philosophy as outlined in her famous book,
When one is not free to choose whether to serve or sacrifice something, then that is slavery. And slavery comes from many places. It can come from people, governments and even from our thoughts. However, most slaves become so because because they willingly allow this condition to happen.
So to be in service is a good thing. It is to the degree that we offer service to others that we are rewarded for our efforts. As human beings, we were created for increase, both personal and corporate. The idea that we are here only to give and never to receive is irrational. So being forced to sacrifice something to benefit another is slavery.
If I can inspire one other person to break loose of any kind of enslavement, then I am successful. I look for ways to be of service in all areas of my life. However, when I feel I am being forced to sacrifice something against my will, I become understandably resistant. It is service, not sacrifice, that is essential to abundance and a fuller life. I invite everyone to meditate on that thought today.
Sandra Hayes
803-391-7577
Atlas Shrugged, I am forced to consider the idea of sacrifice. As a Christian, I accept that Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice to pay for my salvation. The night before his crucifixion, he washed his disciples' feet and instructed them to be servants of each other. To me the basic premise of both sacrifice and service is willingness.
When one is not free to choose whether to serve or sacrifice something, then that is slavery. And slavery comes from many places. It can come from people, governments and even from our thoughts. However, most slaves become so because because they willingly allow this condition to happen.
So to be in service is a good thing. It is to the degree that we offer service to others that we are rewarded for our efforts. As human beings, we were created for increase, both personal and corporate. The idea that we are here only to give and never to receive is irrational. So being forced to sacrifice something to benefit another is slavery.
If I can inspire one other person to break loose of any kind of enslavement, then I am successful. I look for ways to be of service in all areas of my life. However, when I feel I am being forced to sacrifice something against my will, I become understandably resistant. It is service, not sacrifice, that is essential to abundance and a fuller life. I invite everyone to meditate on that thought today.
Sandra Hayes
803-391-7577
Monday, March 8, 2010
Being of Service
One of our greatest purposes in life is to be of service to others. As John Dunne said, "No man is an island." We are all connected by the very fact that we live in the same world. Having spent greater than 30 years of my life as a registered nurse, being of service to others has always been important to me.
Just as important is my recognizing the service that others provide to me. It is such a blessing to be able reflect on all the awesome people, present and past, who have provided great service to me and others. I just read the autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. This was truly an inspiring work about one man in history who contributed so much.
I could never begin to name all the people who have directly or indirectly made it possible for me to think and live as abundantly as I do today. My creator and savior would be at the top of the list. Then there are the great writers, teachers, mentors, many of whom I have forgotten. The best part is that I keep adding to this list daily. I never tire of reading and listening for more guidance on how to live out my highest purpose.
The more we learn and grow individually, the more service we can offer to others. It begins with establishing relationships and communicating in a caring manner. People are so interesting and interested in becoming better. My purpose is to allow others to help me become better in some area and then pass this on as I assist another to do the same.
Regardless of our so-called profession, we are all in the human profession of serving and being served every day. How noble a calling life is. We are each called to be of service to someone every day. I pray that I am alert to every opportunity I am given to make a difference in some small way.
In your service,
Sandra Hayes
Just as important is my recognizing the service that others provide to me. It is such a blessing to be able reflect on all the awesome people, present and past, who have provided great service to me and others. I just read the autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. This was truly an inspiring work about one man in history who contributed so much.
I could never begin to name all the people who have directly or indirectly made it possible for me to think and live as abundantly as I do today. My creator and savior would be at the top of the list. Then there are the great writers, teachers, mentors, many of whom I have forgotten. The best part is that I keep adding to this list daily. I never tire of reading and listening for more guidance on how to live out my highest purpose.
The more we learn and grow individually, the more service we can offer to others. It begins with establishing relationships and communicating in a caring manner. People are so interesting and interested in becoming better. My purpose is to allow others to help me become better in some area and then pass this on as I assist another to do the same.
Regardless of our so-called profession, we are all in the human profession of serving and being served every day. How noble a calling life is. We are each called to be of service to someone every day. I pray that I am alert to every opportunity I am given to make a difference in some small way.
In your service,
Sandra Hayes
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