- 07
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
Come, there is something I must tell you. Come, there is something I must give you. Come, here I AM. Will you listen, so you might hear that which I say? I will speak to each of you, in a different way, for that which I will say is meant especially for you, each of you. Be still, so I might give you the gifts I intend to give you, each of you. For the gifts, those coming from Me, will be different, for each of thee. Come.
And The Holy Spirit says:
While you might have gifts similar to those of others, each gift will hold something special, unique just to you. Do not let your gifts of spirit languish on the shelf, unopened, unused. Pick them up and open them today, so you might use that which has been given unto you, by The Hand of God.
- 06
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inAdvent
December 6, 2023
The Fourth Day of Advent
This morning, I rose, opened my bedroom door, and walked into my small sitting room. I turned on the lights of the Christmas tree, and the other lights sitting about. In the darkness of the room a frequency of lights began to create the energy of the new day. My glance was drawn to the simple wreath of greenery and candles, once again. I wanted, and delighted in, the lights on the tree, leaving them on all day. But, for the circle of tree branches and candles, I would wait, each day, for the quiet ceremony which would carry me away, into a sacred refuge of peace. Michael and I loved this time of year. We stepped into a space in time with the lighting of the Advent wreath, at sunset, every day. And when a hush rose-up from Mother Earth, the song was sung, the candles were lit, and we were at peace, no matter how busy the day might have been. Oh memories, how rich, how deep, how precious. But that does not mean they should shine all day. The circle of light is saved for quiet, at the end of the day; and it is in that sanctuary I am called to sit, to pray, to embrace The Way of Advent.
On this fourth day of Advent, 2023, the reading I have chosen is from Isaiah 9:2.
The Reading
December 6, 2023
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” Isaiah 9:2
- 06
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
Do not waste time feeling you are misunderstood, or that no one appreciates what you do. How does the heart of the bird beat? You do not know when you see it on the wing. What you see is the bird doing what the bird does. And in so doing that which it is meant to do, it somehow brings pleasure to you, just observing flight, or hearing its song. From whence cometh the stream? It is of no concern to you when you find such delight, as it splashes the bank and sings its own tune as it travels along. The bird will fly and sing, even if it is not pleasing to you. The stream will continue its journey, even if you care not from whence it came. And it should be the same for thee. Soar and sing. Dance, and splash in the waters of Earth. When you live, as you are meant to live, care not what others think of thee. Dwell only in The Light held in The Love I send to thee.
And The Holy Spirit says:
Do not be limited by what the world thinks of you, or what it assigns you to do. Rise up and soar into the realm of possibility that you are destined to be you. And then, you shall rise in The Light, and soar in The Love of God, forevermore, no longer limited by that which is transitory, passing in its nature. Live, because there is always more.
- 05
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inAdvent
December 5, 2023
The Third Day of Advent
Here we are, just in the third day of Advent, and I already feel the comfort of the sanctuary it has now become. Yesterday afternoon I headed out to Trader Joe’s to get all the ingredients for homemade vegetable soup. With the temperatures dipping it seemed more than appropriate, for me, it was necessary. What I encountered, in my quest, was a sea of smiling faces. The pace has quickened, yes; but still fluid, no pushing, no sour fixed expressions. I spent some time talking with the lady checking me out and found it more than a pleasant exchange. It was fun. Sometimes, especially this time of year, I must admit, I tend to focus on the errand, the task at hand, avoiding, when possible, conversing with others, along the way. This year it is different! It was easy, nice in fact, to stop and talk for a while. When I returned home, and put the soup on to simmer, I found myself slipping down the stairs to my quarters, in my son’s home. And there it was. The Advent wreath sat on the coffee table, the atmosphere was still, quiet, yet welcoming in so many inexplicable ways. The energy of Advent embraced me. It lives, and so do I.
On this third day of Advent, 2023, the reading I have chosen is from Isaiah 7:13-14.
The Reading
December 5, 2023
“Then Isaiah said, ‘Hear now, you house of David! Is it not enough to try the patience of humans? Will you try the patience of my God also? Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel’.” Isaiah 7:13-14
- 05
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
When your heart hosts a song of sadness, do not try to push it down, nor set it aside. Be still and quiet and sit with what is happening, within you. Sit with Me and we will follow the corridors of your inner being, traversing hallways and pathways until we see exactly what is tempting thee to remorse and tears. Together we will pull the threads, gathering them together, forming a patchwork quilt. The project will reveal each piece of hurt, rejection, loneliness, possibly even pride will be one of the squares inside the framework of our work, together. Once you see, you will know. I will whisper and touch each square, acknowledging the lessons there. As we work, the quilt will fade, piece by piece disappearing, leaving only treasured lessons and My peace, with us. Do not wait, come to Me.
And The Holy Spirit says:
If you remember that you are not created for sadness, then you will recognize when the energy is slipping into your being. Seek silent stillness with Me and we will both see, and know, bless, and release, and rise to a new day, free from guilt and shame, freed from sadness, soaring into the light of a new day. Come, and soar, with Me.
- 04
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inAdvent
December 4, 2023
The Second Day of Advent
It never ceases to amaze me, it happens every Advent. There is a quiet, which settles into my heart as the wreath is prepared, the candles arranged, and everything is set in place. And on the first Sunday, when the first candle is lit, the quiet grows, and delicate notes float as snowflakes, on the breath of winter. When the ceremony is complete, and the candle is extinguished, peace flows over the room and in my heart. You can feel it. It is stirring, hearkening to a higher power, a presence which can lift you up to a majestic place of being, in this simple act. It is as if the modest ceremony, in candlelight, opens memories of Advents of yesteryear. When the program is kept simple and easy, children of all ages are eager, each day or night, to light the candles and sing the songs, creating memories along The Way. Even in the youngest of hearts there rests a song of peace, as if the knowing is already there, waiting to be touched and embraced.
On this second day of Advent, 2023, the reading I have chosen is from Isaiah 6:8.
The Reading
December 3, 2023
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”
And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8
- 04
- Dec
- 2023
- Posted byThe Quiet Place
- inDaily Message
When you are tempted to think ill of others, squelch the notion before it becomes the bud, which flowers, in your thoughts. Be still and quiet, prayerful in your way of starting each day. By sitting with Me such thoughts will melt away, becoming prayers of support for the light to surround that person in a very special way. For, all My children are worthy of consideration, and stillness of spirit. Rather than to curse, bless all you know. Sharing light in the darkest of places, until the light I give unto you glows, bringing illumination to shadows and doubt.
And The Holy Spirit says:
Do not curse, that which you do not understand. For, you cannot know what has invaded another, bringing them to where they presently stand. Let My love flow, within thee, and from thee, bringing light and life to a once shadowland. Be My Light. As I lead you, follow. As I whisper words of wisdom to thee, speak them to others. As I share with thee, share with others. Do not defame, for in The Holy Name of God there is no shame, only love. Love.