Daily Practice

Spiritually anchored 

The story of Ruth in the Bible gives us insight into what it means to be anchored in God, good—wherever we are.
A sense of domination or intimidation gives way when we better understand that God’s supremacy is the only reality.

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Anthology of classic articles II

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From Pregnancy and childbirth

For expectant mothers

The more fully we accept the spiritual nature of birth, the more effortlessly we can demonstrate that nothing has occurred from which one needs to recover.

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Going the full distance 

It can take spiritual courage not to compromise with matter-based thinking. Moses’ example shows us how we can do this and find freedom and healing.

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Bend to God 

This author prayed deeply about flexibility in thought and in body. While biblical standards and spiritual reality are givens for him, he realized he didn’t have to be so set in rigid, personal opinions.
If you’re feeling the weight of divisiveness in the world, you won’t want to miss this article’s spiritual lesson about healing hurt in a relationship. 

Wheat 

We are “replete with the promise / of uncompromised fruitage.”

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Anthology of classic articles III

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A spiritual approach to mental health

Listen to this Sentinel Watch series on mental health—and find hope, even healing.

From Pregnancy and childbirth

For expectant mothers

The more fully we accept the spiritual nature of birth, the more effortlessly we can demonstrate that nothing has occurred from which one needs to recover.

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From Safety

A safe refuge

Trust in God opens the door to a safe refuge, always available and always at hand.

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Prayer: The best daily self-care 

Self-care doesn’t have to be selfish or self-seeking. It can involve prayerful preparation—and actually contributes to the greater good!
Keeping her focus on the saving power of God’s love, this author was able to stay above what felt like a strong undertow of postpartum anxiety and fear.
The parable of the tares and the wheat from the Bible—a parable that’s also featured in another article in this issue—can help us sort through difficult memories and better understand God’s redeeming law.
We’re able to make progress when we learn that “True repentance lifts thought toward God and reformation; guilt drags it downward.”
This author explores why Jesus said to “ask” for healing in his name and why it isn’t outdated to do so today. It can’t just be surface words, but a true acknowledgment of the divine power that underlay Jesus’ healing works.

Let God in 

“God is as present in our lives as we allow Him to be,” writes this author. We can each develop the spiritualized mental posture that allows us to feel this divine presence consistently.