- 14
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
When you feel as if you have been slighted, or treated poorly, do not fall back into the mist of grieving what you believe to be your fate. As you make your Earth journey you will encounter days of joy, days of sadness, days of glory, days of dancing, days of tasting the wine of Earth. Part of the journey will always be to encounter many experiences, including those which rise up and surprise you. You might ask, “What can I do to avoid the days filled with grief, sadness, or hurt?” And I will say unto you, there is nothing you can do to avoid life, as it comes to you. What you can do is speak with Me, every day. And when that which you wish to avoid comes your way, we will talk, and I will show you The Way through, so that everything which comes to you will turn out to be good. The difficult days will become the lessons of wisdom. The carefree days shall become the source of delightful memories, dancing in the sun, until the day is done.
And The Holy Spirit says:
Not one experience which comes to you should be discarded as worthless, as you turn your head and wait for something new. Each experience can be of value to you. As I was sent to live within you, I was sent to bring you to this point, this clarity of thought. I was sent to guide you. Do not ignore the wisdom I hold, as a gift, for you. It might turn out, in the end, that you come to place great value on that which once would have threatened you. Come, I will whisper, and, in the listening, you will know exactly what to do.
- 13
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inAdvent
December 13, 2023
The Eleventh Day of Advent
The adjust-as-you-grow roller skates, I ordered for one of my granddaughters, for Christmas, arrived yesterday. Protection gear, matching the skates in color and the designs, arrived in another box. The skates are just perfect, pink in color, rainbows on each side, and wheels which light up as you go. I found myself getting excited just thinking of her rolling along the sidewalk, off on an adventure. Somehow, I found comfort in the padding for elbows, knees, and wrists. She already has a helmet, so protection is in place for her journey around the neighborhood. As I wrapped the gift, that inner voice called again, reminding me that God had given me the same type of gift long, long ago, when it was my time to begin my adventure on Earth. My gift was colorful in a way suiting me perfectly, a unique touch just for me. No matter where I would go, the traction propelling my travels would light up, as I made my way. Even safety gear was included in my gift of life upon Earth. The Holy Spirit of God is within me to comfort and teach and lead The Way. I like to think that God was a bit excited just thinking of me rolling along, off on an Earth adventure of my lifetime, protection included. Because you have chosen to accompany me through this Advent season, my season is richer, brighter, holds even more meaning. And for this I am thankful. Thank you for being my companion, walking The Way.
On this eleventh day of Advent, 2023, the reading I have chosen is from Isaiah 30:21.
The Reading
December 13, 2023
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.” Isaiah 30:21
- 13
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
Come to Me when your heart is melting; and come to Me when it is full. For, just as we can sit in silence, it is just as easy for us to soar. We are not limited to any one thing. So just as we sit, we can fly, we can sing. No matter what your situation, you will be with Me, forever and ever more. No matter where you go, there I AM. I AM always close to you, even when you run from Me, even when you ignore Me. I know thee because you come from Me. That is set, for it is truth, and shall always be, never changing. What can change is how much you know Me; and it is possible for you to know Me, as I know thee. The path to that relationship is communication, drawing Me into everything about thee, connecting with Me because you choose that it be so.
And The Holy Spirit says:
God knows everything there is to know about you. But how well do you know God? The only way to know another is to speak your heart with them, and to listen to that which they are saying, from their heart. This is sharing from a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. Seek this relationship with your Eternal Parent. God will always listen, then take your hand, and guide you onto The Path of Wisdom in all things, in all ways. God is with you, always.
- 12
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inAdvent
December 12, 2023
The Tenth Day of Advent
I slipped from my bed, well before dawn, went into the sitting room, and turned on the lights of the Christmas tree. As I sat for morning prayer the beauty of the lights, in an otherwise dark room, gave me a gift of peace. In this sacred sanctuary I began morning prayer, eyes closed, as usual. When I opened my eyes. It was still so early that the only light, in the room, came from the tree. Then, once again, my eyes settled on the Advent wreath. No candles were lit. That would take place, as usual, at sunset. But I wanted to light the candles now, in the darkness, before the rising of the sun. At first, I resisted lighting the candles, insisting that it was not sunset, not even sunrise. The routine, the ritual, was to light the appropriate candles on the Advent wreath, at sunset every day, during the season of Advent; and I could not bring myself to break with tradition, at least our family tradition. Then a quiet voice, from within me, whispered. “There is not a set-in-stone rule about the time for an Advent ceremony.” I heard myself responding, out loud. “Well, I know that.” But did I? Was I being rigid, inflexible? I knew the answer was “yes.” So, in the predawn hush I began the song, The Light of the Dove, lit two candles, and thoroughly enjoyed my break with tradition. It felt good. By the time I blew out the candles, the first light of day was coming in through the windows. Wow, that was wonderful! With a semi-defiant stride, I went up to the family kitchen, turned on the oven to five hundred degrees, washed a huge baking potato, and placed it, center oven. Must admit I was smiling as I set the timer for one hour. Baked potato for breakfast! I am turning into an Advent rebel. I encourage each of you to do the same. Shake a few things up today. Have a baked potato for breakfast. Change the time of day you light the candles on the Advent wreath. Live on the edge.
On this ninth day of Advent, 2023, the reading I have chosen is from Isaiah 11:10.
The Reading
December 12, 2023
“In that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will rally to him, and his resting place will be glorious.” Isaiah 11:10
- 12
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
During your lifetime upon Earth, you might experience times of turmoil, times when everything seems to have been turned upside down. Even the garden of your lifetime will be scattered, flowers tossed aside, weeds left to grow. Do not put on the garment of despair, even then. Be still and quiet until chaos itself has been uprooted. Then set about restoring the garden, preparing the soil, planting flowers. Allow the forces of destruction to recede and pass; and when comes the sun, at last, do all you can to bring beauty and peace to a place once touched by the winds of ruin.
And The Holy Spirit says:
Resist the temptation to run from a challenge which appears to be insurmountable, for all things are possible. I shall whisper, from within you, and lead you, and that, which you are meant to do, shall be done.
- 11
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inAdvent
December 11, 2023
The Ninth Day of Advent
Yesterday, while I was wrapping a few Christmas gifts, this thought came to me, like a mighty wave, washing over me, then lifting me upon its wake, carrying me to a place of solitude, transporting me to a sea of tranquility. And there I stayed, for a while. My eyes must have been closed. Strangely, I do not remember. What I do recall is a complete peace, surrounding me, holding me, suspending me from anything worldly. My mind seemed blank; the void interrupted by my one question. “What shall I bring Thee?” With that question asked, I was returned to the table next to the Christmas tree, tape still in hand, ribbons nearby. Throughout the day I repeated the question I heard myself ask at the sea of tranquility. The answer did not come until I lit the first and second candles on the Advent wreath, at sunset last night. My light. My light! I shall give you the gift of my light. I shall not let it dim or go out. Every day I will carry my light into the world. Kindness will be the ribbons, adorning the gift, and compassion will be the song of my light. I will carry my light all through the day, and into the night. What shall I bring Thee? I shall bring Thee my light.
On this ninth day of Advent, 2023, the reading I have chosen is from Isaiah 11:7-9.
The Reading
December 9, 2023
“The cow will feed with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. The infant will play near the cobra’s den, and the young child will put its hand into the viper’s nest.
They will neither harm nor destroy on all my holy mountain, for the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Lord as the waters cover the sea..” Isaiah 11:7-9
- 11
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
Be still. Be quiet. There is not one thing worthy of consuming you within the energies of fear, doubt, anxiety, loathing, or dread. But everything is worthy of bringing to Me. Sitting with Me whatever is causing you stress will be revealed in a new light, My light. It will no longer be stirred by your imagination, giving it even more life than it has already been given in its creation. That which you bring to Me will be resolved within the energy of My love for you. So, no longer stress or obsess with that which is plaguing thee, for the more you do so, the more it will grow. Come, together we will speak, and you will hear the truth, and in the knowing, you shall be set free, every time you sit with Me.
And The Holy Spirit says:
There is always a way out of the darkness. And it is made clear to thee when you walk in The Light of The Wisdom of God. I AM within thee to set you free by illuminating the truth. Come and sit with Me.