Tag Archives: God

Easter Message from Obi-Wan Kenobi: “The Force will be with you, always.”

Posted on April 7, 2012 by nancyjfinleysd

Several years ago during Easter dinner, a young friend asked, “What’s up with Easter?”  This particular Easter celebration was a secular one and my friend was unschooled in religious stories and symbols.  I think her curiosity was sincere and that … Continue reading →

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HAVE FUN IN THE BELOVED’S DIVINE GAME

Posted on August 17, 2011 by nancyjfinleysd

It’s summer!  So let’s follow the advice of Hafiz below to live worshipfully and have fun! A Suspended Blue Ocean The sky Is a suspended blue ocean. The stars are the fish That swim. The planets are the white whales … Continue reading →

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HUMILITY AND AGING

Posted on August 6, 2011 by nancyjfinleysd

When I am older, I hope my facial expression looks sort of like hers (on the left).  As I think more about the joy of feeling “ordinary” and “humble,” I realize that it’s one of the perks of aging.  It’s … Continue reading →

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WORSHIP AS A WAY OF LIFE (but do I have to get down on my knees?)

Posted on August 6, 2011 by nancyjfinleysd

I know some folks resist the idea of “worshipping” a “higher power” because it suggests subservience or a hierarchical view of the cosmos – God is “above” and we are but mere mindless minions “below.”  But “worship” in its simplest … Continue reading →

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BRILLIANCE AND HUMILITY

Posted on August 5, 2011 by nancyjfinleysd

I believe that brilliance comes from a source larger than what one individual can produce.  So the truly brilliant are also truly humble.  They are aware that their radiance is a mere refection of the Light that comes out of darkness. … Continue reading →

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