Spiritual Ramblings™
by Dawn
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Owner/founder Dawn Labertew
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Spiritual Ramblings by Dawn Labertew
This is in response to all those who have sent me emails that are Christian based.
Sorry but so tired of Christianity being shoved down my throat! The saying we use for USA is "In God We Trust", does not stand for "In Christianity We Trust".
Here is a history lesson; Most of the founding fathers of this country were not Christian they were Spiritualist, and most did not attend a "Christian" church. I choose to view the saying "In God We Trust" as trusting your own God Center, be accountable for yourself and stop trying to hide behind your religion. Be a individual, not part of a group of people that dictate how we run our life!
Christians base their whole religion on Jesus dying on the cross. When in fact he did not die on the cross. There are numerous facts and evidence to the contrary, it even states that Jesus did not die on the cross in the Bible.
Luke 24:36-39
36 While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them. "Peace be with you." 37 They were startled and frightened, thinking they saw a ghost. 38 He said to them, "Why are you troubled, and why do doubts rise in your minds?" 39 Look at my hands and my feet. It is I myself! Touch me and see: a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have."
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Religion was created by man
Religion does not exist in heaven
In heaven we coexist harmoniously
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I have this gift I've received and I want to share it with you. If you don't wish to receive my gift, that's okay, I will not force the it upon you, that is not the nature of my gift. When I share my gift, use it to heal or help you, keep it tucked away in your heart and soul. Keep some of it for yourself. The remainder of the gift take it and pass it along. The gift is... the unconditional love of Father and Mother God
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I had a conversation with someone who had read my website and commented "I just don't buy into this stuff." My response was "Good, you don't have to!" Any religion or spiritual belief should not have to "sell" themselves, or be forceful or make restrictions. Belief in your Higher Self, Higher Power, God, Allah, Jehovah, the I AM or whatever name you use, should be freeing. Your soul, your spirit, you very essence, should be FREE to release and express itself. No one has the right to choose for you.
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I miss my friend
Who said she'd be there until the end
She use to be kind, loving, always there to lend a hand
She has a creative gift, her artistic ability has such a flare, and she could cook like no other
Always happy to include others and help make connections of friendships and lovers
But now her spirit is sick, she hides within the walls that use to be a home
Her new love comes from a bottle
Even though she has friends that love and support her she does not want to see
For in the darkness she'd rather be
I hope one day she will discover the great love she has within
And soon feel the healing prayers from all who care
For the universe is abundant with love for all to share
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Bless the mountain for it's strength, consistency, it's unmovable being, help me to be unmoved by human drama. Bless the trees and plants, they give us so much! Shade, beauty, food and oxygen. Desert plants survive despite of their conditions. I am like the desert plant, I survive despite of my conditions!
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Do you perceive others to be "better than you"? Or are your perceptions distorted? Is this coming from jealousy, lack of self esteem and your own insecurities?
God loves us all equally and unconditionally. And since we are a spark of the Divine we must release the negative emotions we harbor in order to love ourselves, have a healthy emotional balance, and to perceive others with great love.
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Hand in hand
Heart to heart
The love begins to grow
Touching the lives of others
It begins with one the love so strong
Love never dies
For all that knows it always shows
You were created in love
We sometimes forget
That the love is always there
It is a light that shines
Love is infinity that holds the Divinity
Love is yours and mine
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Friends walk hand in hand. Sometimes you hold your friends hand and sit by their side when they are sick or in need. Sometimes the friend holds your hand. Then when all is well you are walking hand in hand sharing the happy times in you life, the laughter, the joy, the love. A friend should never have to carry a friend or their burdens. For by carrying a friend only makes them dependant on the other friend to do everything for them. The burden becomes so great for the one friend that is carrying the other friend, that the friendship will collapse under the weight. And all that is left is hurt, pain, and grief. By taking a friends hand and helping them up, to teach them how to help and love themselves, that friend then can reach out to hold another friends hand. In doing this the love grows from friend to friend.
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God gives all Their creation unconditional love. No judgment, no conditions just pure love. Being the Spark of the Divine can you extend this love to every being? Even those that we deem unworthy? Would you rather enhance the negativity, the hatred, letting it build and build? This is what starts arguments that leads into violence, riots, wars, ect. Or would you rather do what God has done for us - love us with the greatest love then let's us go into the world to experience and share that love. God never turns from us, They extend that beam of love to every being . How does this change our view of Karmic retribution? That, again, there is no blame or judgment we were meant to experience life. For we can not understand what it is like to be someone else, something else until we've experienced it. We must quiet the negative thinking let go, release and ask to clear our thinking and our emotions. Send that love light from your God center to all you encounter.
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The word spirit comes from the Latin word spirare, which means to breathe.
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Happiness is Holy. Spirit Guides, Angels and God are there to help, all you have to do is ask.
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There are no mistakes, no right or wrong. Ask "What can I learn from this?"
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Right now I am the teacher, but sometimes I will be the student. Right now you are the student, but sometimes you will be the teacher.
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TRUTH
Close off from the truth or don't acknowledge it and you will find yourself a slave to the power of deception and lies and your soul will spiritually suffer. Christ said, "Truth will make you free. " John 8:31" But you have to accept the truth for it to make you free. I'm as free as a bird flying the four winds... are you? Being closed minded keeps anything from getting in, or out, for that matter. If God wanted us to be one religion he would have made us all stupid. When you let go and release all of the negativity and open your mind without interference your spirit will be open to receive the truth.
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I DO NOT HAVE FAITH
I HAVE A KNOWING
I know God is pure love and loves us unconditionally. We turn away from God. God never turns away from us. When you release the dogma, fear, guilt, shame and negativity that religion has forced upon us, it frees the soul. You might ask, Now what? Or, What do I have left? You have a beautiful perfect soul with a loving spirit that has a direct link to God. From this link you will receive knowledge and love. Your spirit will reflect this and you will be able to give love unconditionally. For one must love themselves to give love and open up to receive love. We do not have to love everyone. Some do not deserve our love. And that is nothing to feel guilty about.
Your path to God is your personal journey. Do not let anyone take this power from you. If they try, simply state "I do not accept this." Bless them and tell them to go in peace. For the first time in my life I feel free and I'm at peace. I no longer let others control the way I think.
Knowledge will empower you!
Remember you can believe in God, the Divine, Buddha, Allah, Higher Being or Power, the Bob or whatever name you choose. I believe in a Father and Mother God. For in everything in nature has a male and female side and they made us in Their image. Genesis 1:26 Let us make man in our image, in our likeness... Interesting that those who translated the bible slipped up and made God plural in that verse. And all of the Bibles that have been written and rewritten it is the same, no one changed it. I choose the word God because that is what I know and I don't have to constantly explain myself. God does not care what name we use, what church we do or do not attend, or what we do with our life. We do not have to go out and be Jesus, Muhammad, Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., ect... Just surviving this life is enough. We are the courageous ones! We are all unique, we experience life differently. How boring it would be if we were all the same? We are not robots! We are spiritual beings having a human experience!
Love God
Do good
Shut up and go home
(end quote by Sylvia Browne)
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LET GO OF THE NEGATIVE LET IN THE POSITIVE ENERGY
"Keep a look out for signs, what you hear, or what you experience, God will speak to you through all avenues." Conversations with God by Neale Donald Walsch
After a conversation with a relative something sparked in my mind, and this is the message I received; In my conversation with this relative we were discussing another religion. They quickly deemed this religion as "evil". Like this relative, so many are so quick to condemn what they fear and do not understand. Some don't even realize how they are acting. When asked why they are behaving in a particular way, their response is, "I don't know. That's what I've learned from my parents, teachers, peers, the church, ect..."
God gave us the ability to achieve greatness and we confine ourselves with untruths. I limit my abilities by what others think about me. Some people are scared to follow their dreams, to think outside the box, to go against the grain. Their comfort zone is staying 'status quo' even if that means staying in a dead end job, staying in an abusive relationship, worrying about finances and this list goes on. What is the worst thing that can happen if you dare to make a change? By taking the first steps towards happiness you could look forward to a fulfilling life instead of the dreadful, fearful negative life. And of course there are those ever so lovely people holding you back, the "naysayer's". Telling you can't, your not good enough, brave enough, smart enough on and on. I figure that I don't need those "naysayer's" in my life anyway. I only want positive energy and spirits to surround me. So lose those losers! And take those first steps. You don't have to become famous, or do something stupendous or be a super hero. You just have to be a happier, healthier more lovable you! And someday when we reach the other side Father and Mother God, Angels, Spirit Guides and our loved ones will be there to give us a hug and say "You were brave to face such a life, we are so proud of you! Well done, well done"
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GOING ON WITH YOUR LIFE
AFTER A LOVE ONE HAS PASSED
Take time to grieve. But do not wallow in your grief. Celebrate the graduation of your loved ones life! Is our grief for them or for ourselves because we can't be with them? Don't place blame on yourself, on others or even the loved one that has passed. Do not blame God. This is putting human traits on God. God loves us unconditionally and gave us the wonderful gift of choice. Your loved ones chose his/her life. And no matter if their life was long or short here on earth, know that is was their choice.
Don't dwell on the grief for years. Your loved ones are happy, healthy, whole and having a grand time on the other side! They do come to visit. But if we are always sad and depressed you will miss the signs. Always remember the good times with your loved one. When your time on earth is finished. Your loved one will be waiting on the other side with open arms.
And if there seems to be no comfort for you grief, ask God to take it from you. God will lift the burden so you can go on with your life. Your loved on would not want you to stop your life because of them.
Remember life is a precious gift
We will encounter great obstacles
But no matter what
Life goes on
You can choose to make life a heaven or a hell
Just a hint - choose heaven!

I was alone
Alone
Scared
Huddled in a corner crying
But all the while seeking
Truth
Knowledge
And above all else
Love
Then there was a light
Warm and inviting
God Heard my prayers
Picked me up in His loving arms
And said to me I was always with you
You were never alone
My love is unconditional
Never ending
Now that you know the truth
Go and gain knowledge
And share the warm light of My love
For you no longer are a child who is alone
Now you are a Spiritual Being of
Truth
Knowledge
God's pure love
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