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So, you know you want the Peace of God. I mean, who wouldn’t?
You say you want the Peace of God. You affirm it. You DEMAND it DAMMIT and you don’t ever want to settle for anything less!!
Me too, my friend. Me too.
However… and listen well…
There is one thing you must have in order to experience the Peace of God.
Without this one thing, it’s just not going to happen.
What is this ONE THING you ask?
Is this ONE THING when you’re good enough? Addiction free? Better educated? Highly revered by others? Wearing a hot new designer outfit? Have the perfect relationship? When the children are well-behaved and successful? Wealthy? You’ve memorized A Course In Miracles? Thinner? Perfect? Loyal? Selfless? Holy? Dead?
You certainly don’t have to wait until you’re dead.
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Nope! None of those things will bring you the Peace of God.
So, what is the ONE THING? What is the Golden Key to the Peace of God?
Here goes… are you ready?
Wait for it…
The answer is Faith.
You must Trust in the goodness of God in all things.
Now, I know what you’re probably thinking. “How do I do this?” “What does it look like?” “I want to but I’m not there yet.”
Yes, you ARE there if you want to be.
It’s actually much simpler than we make it out to be. (I adore “simple”.)
First of all, Trust has to happen in the NOW. There is no other way. I challenge you to see if you can “trust” in the past. Go ahead… give it a try. Be trusting yesterday or last year. Are you trying? Now, see if you can trust in the future. Can you trust tomorrow or next summer? Go ahead… I’ll wait…
(twiddling my thumbs…)
It’s impossible, right? You can’t do it! You can only Trust God in this “right now”. You’re not taking responsibility for your life unless you take responsibility for this moment. “Now” is the ONLY place life can be found. “Now” is the only time you can practice Trust. Faith only happens in the present moment.
So, the simple practice is this.
1) What do you see that’s happening right now?
2) Accept it.
3) Trust it. Trust God. Trust His plan. Let God’s glories unfold.
4) Thank you God.
5) Repeat.
This is Faith.
The alternative is worry, anxiety, guilt, planning and controlling. This is what we do when we decide not to Trust God’s Plan and rely on our own plan instead. I mean, when we’re sick, diseased, worried and stuck, why would we think that we know how to create peace? Our plan is always based on fear, littleness and separation and will fail every time. We fight fear with fear. Not to mention, we aren’t leaving any room for God. Einstein once said, “You can’t solve a problem with the same mind that created it.” I know… smart guy, right?
But God can.
Let’s start with this. “I’ve made quite a mess and now I’m lost in it. I have done all of this and I must undo it but I have no idea how.”
God does.
But you have to Trust.
And do you know what will build that Trust so that it gets bigger and bigger?
Experience.
You have to do steps 1-5 and not just talk about it.
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The way in which we achieve maturity along this pathway is to be finally willing to let things be just as they are? That’s Trust.
Jesus says in A Course In Miracles, “What could you not accept, if you but knew that everything that happens, all events, past, present and to come are gently planned by One Whose only purpose is your good?”
Knowing this, what can you not accept?
Trust and allow everything NOW.
Herein lies the Peace of God.
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So much Love to you,
Linda Leland
Teachers of God Foundation Team Member
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Thank you Linda
I do not feel I can control what happens in my mind and my emotions I’ll try to accept and do my best and use the holy spirit when there is resistance at the moment – Kammilla
Dear Linda,
Thank you so much, i had needed this.
I am reminded of the words of Jesus in the movie Jesus Christ Superstar :
‘Father take me now, before I change my mind’.
You would be able to conceive in two ways; Take my body now and let me stay in the One true now!
Let me stay in trust in every moment, in every Now.
There is nothing else than be fully in the present, that is all there Is and it is all Me.
I Am the only One, ever. That will never change. I Am the One eternal unchanging Love. One Heart, One Love. I Am you and You Are Me. Bless you, thank you!
My Heart is always with You!
Thecla
Wow Linda,
You are amazing and inspire me. I happened to come across your vidio when you were a guest speaker on The Teachers of God Foundation website. I happened to read your article this morning when I woke up and it made me feel so very good and hopeful! The holiness of God really resonates through you clearly. You helped put me into a good place & I thank you. I am currently doing the ACIM 365 program and I am lesson 47. I am not sure if you have written any books, but let me tell you….you should be. You have an amazing and fun writing style. 🙂 Thank you again for being you & all that you do! I am so Grateful I came across this most Wonderful and Amazing orginzation that I am now apart of.
Much Love to everyone,
Tony
Dearest Linda
I love your blogs, especially this one. So simple. So profound. So doable.
Gracias
Thank you so much for this message. I LOVE the reminder to LIVE in the NOW, only, here with God. So, Peaceful!
Bless you Linda!…I AM so grateful for your residency in my mind!…with great love…..xo, Barbara
This e-mail on Faith came at just the right time for me. It led to the insight that Faith and Trust are the same. I’ve always had a little problem with the word Faith due to childhood “programming” that didn’t make sense to me. Somehow Trust doesn’t push those buttons.Now I believe I’ll be able to relate to Faith as well. I’m currently having some health challenges and the Course and Trust are pulling me through! I know that everything in my life is being orchestrated. Thank you, Nancy
Hi Linda: My husband,Ken, and I found out just 3 wks ago,he needs open ♡ surgery. Prior to have g surgery,one must be sure there is no mouth infections,like abscess or?
Through this time,we have been referred to connected with the very best Dr’s. Coming in on their day off to assist & support Ken’s needs are truly God’s blessing & miracles. We are do grateful.
Another observation that’s amazing to witness ,is taking in everything that God has planned for us and watch many the gifts unfold, such as:love,faith & trust. As it’s so true nothing is in our control.
It’s ALL of God’s doing, just, Let Go” & Let God do the driving and enjoy the ride 🙂
Thank you allowing me to share, Barbara ♡
Hi Linda
Wonderful message. I am returning to my job on March 30th. After a long absence, I have anxieties … breathe … but the five steps above will be posted in my work area that I am completely reminded every step of the way that I am not alone. I am a child of God, living in tbe circle of love, light and holy … and with faith and trust, I will be where God intends me to be … each moment of the day. And that my employer is holy, a wonderful blessing to me and on my return, I must be giving them my best … love that you serve in the way you. Love you all,
Vickie
Dearest Linda:
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for this one!
Today, I understood I have my life in my own hands, and gets really difficult, but as you explained it, TRUST it’s been an huge issue for me, and that’s why I worry and have anxiety.
TODAY I understood that could be a lot easier to TRUST, and do my part.
Thanks again! 🙂
Faith, Trust, Atonement…ALL THE SAME…don’t forget rallies on the “other side” of the wall…of the aisle…
WHAT EVER YOU DO…WHEREVER YOU ARE…
“BRING ATONEMENT”
Oh this is a beautiful message Linda. Thank you.
Absolutely beautiful Linda. So simple and so profound. Thank you for sharing your TRUST.
Infinite gratitude for you Linda!
You’re right we already have all we need and no more books, courses, teachers etc are necessary. However I have a 24 hour built in forgetter and that’s why I’m still watching like a hawk so I can build a new muscle to make my default LOVE no matter what happens. These steps are so easy and I appreciate all the support from you and this community. My ego is screaming for my attention like Pinkerton guards policing my mind, just waiting for a crack to take over. Having these reminders helps me stay accountable to my covenant with God. My wish for PEACE is absolute.
You are right on target. Keeping teaching the truths of “A Course In Miracles” my dear Teacher of God. You’ve heard His Message loud and clear, and I thank you for sharing. Your words are marvelous.
Be blessed and be well,
Elizabeth
Thank you Linda. I very much needed to be reminded of this today. “What could you not accept, if you but knew that everything that happens, all events, past, present and to come are gently planned by One Whose only purpose is your good?”
I have so much evidence that this has been true in my life and yet still I sometimes forget to trust. Thank you so much for the reminder.
This exactly what I need today. Thank you 🙂