daily inspiration

Where we Belong

“If we only had eyes to see and ears to hear and wits to understand, we would know that the Kingdom of God in the sense of holiness, goodness, beauty is as close as breathing and is crying out to born both within ourselves and within the world; we would know that the Kingdom ofContinue reading “Where we Belong”

The Friday Affirmation

“Conscious breathing is my anchor.” —Thích Nhất Hạnh from Stepping into Freedom: An Introduction to Buddhist Monastic Training:

Where we Belong

Building Inside You and Growing

“I have tried drugs and a little of everything else, and there is nothing in the world more soul-satisfying than having the kingdom of God building inside you and growing.“ — Johnny Cash

The Poor and the Meek

“The whole point of the kingdom of God is Jesus has come to bear witness to the true truth, which is nonviolent. When God wants to take charge of the world, he doesn’t send in the tanks. He sends in the poor and the meek.“— N. T. Wright

Don’t Underestimate God’s Power

“The kingdom of God is like a mustard seed. It happens quietly. It happens inevitably. Don’t underestimate God’s power.” — Alistair Begg

Then We Shall Know

“When we see social relationships controlled everywhere by the principles which Jesus illustrated in life — trust, love, mercy, and altruism — then we shall know that the kingdom of God is here.” — Martin Luther King, Jr.

May Wrap up

As the month of May comes to a close, I hope we have given you some ideas and encouragement for your own spirtual practice. We end with a favorite of mine, Breathing from Joe Reilly.

Come and See

“Qualities like love and compassion are not just abstract virtues that are the property of saints and adepts. Anyone can develop these qualities in themselves by doing spiritual practices. As the Buddha said, Come and see.” ~ Joanna Macy