Enlightened by the Spirit

One may get good feelings from prayer, but this may not always be the case.  One must persevere even during these times of desolation.  God does not owe us anything, but we owe him everything. Spirituality should be conducted as an exercise to ensure it will be carried out all time.  Like exercise it takes determination and strong will.  Many individuals make it part of their routine and this assists in conducting the spiritaul exercise daily.  Pray: Heavenly Father,  thank you for this day and for the ability to have free will.  During this time I turn to praise your Heavenly Name.  I love you and ask you to assist me through this day.  Help me during times of desolation and to prepare my heart for this Holy Week.  I pray this is the Name of Jesus.  -Amen

Man is made of 2 elements.  The flesh and the spirit.  We are inclined to sin through original sin, but we also have natural law on our hearts.  Spiritual forces are at battle to pull us either way.  Which way are you headed?  To whom do you listen?  Through a spiritual life and self awareness you can become a better person.  Let us strive to move toward a self-fulfillment that is the Source of True Happiness. Pray: Heavenly Father,  I ask that you instill within me a Spirit of Wisdom that will point me in the right direction.  This Spirit will guide us and protect us.  It will teach us your ways.  Help me to be a man/woman of Psalm 119. Psalm 119 1   Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the LORD!  2   Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart,  3   who also do no wrong, but walk in his ways!  4   Thou hast commanded thy precepts to be kept diligently. 5   O that my ways may be steadfast in keeping thy st