Body Mind Spirit

david sculptureMy dilemma: denying the importance of my physical body and/but/or enjoying the freedom my body allows.

As I swam laps this afternoon, each stroke made me thankful for my strength and coordination.

As Cindy and I ate a healthy homemade frittata at supper, I enjoyed experiencing and satisfying my appetite.

As I fall asleep in just a bit, I will appreciate the fatigue > rest > energy cycle.

All those things are definitely body-focused. I cannot deny the reality and the real importance I enjoy from (attach to?) being in a physical form.

And so I am ever-thankful for remembering the unity of body and spirit. As Ernest Holmes says,

I lay all weariness aside and accept the life-giving, invigorating, dynamic activity of the Spirit,
knowing it that it vitalizes every organ of my body;
it flows with power and strength and purpose through everything I do,
as it leads me gently down the pathway of life.
(Ernest Holmes)

venusMotherFather God
The body is a wonder in many ways:
as a costume in the plays of life,
as a vehicle moving from place to place,
as a machine of many uses and purposes.
This body is your gift allowing
our creation of a physical consciousness,
a social interweaving,
and an expression of your Spirit.
The body lives and breathes and moves entirely
thanks to your Spirit.
And so it is. And so we thank you!
Amen.

Tim

Posted on January 30, 2014 at 7:22 am by Tim · Permalink
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