Thank you so much.Graham, it was a very interesting thought provoking chat. God's love surrounds us all every day. Unfortunately, not everybody feels that, and that's okay to each his own. A big part of that chat felt like almost a meditation. It is so refreshing and relaxing to listen to you speak . It was nice to hear Irene and Cathey speak of their creativity on substack, and invite others to join our community. It has been said many times what a great community we have here, and we have you to thank for that. The Friday night chats have all been very interesting and I hope they can continue. Always something to look forward to. Continued blessings to both you and Paola. 🙌🙌❤️🙏🏻
My belief that Jesus is my Lord and Savior is not out of fear at all or, a story I was told. Raised Catholic and by no means am I a Catholic. I am a Christian by my own path. The Holy Spirit has spoke to me many times in my life and has been right on every time.
Graham that was a great analysis of finding our spiritual way. I have learned that if I make a spiritual comment on social media I open myself to being criticised and challenged. Though I welcome those “Anti-comments “ I am strong enough in my faith to remain steadfast in my convictions.
Graham, thanks so much for the opportunity to talk about some of my creative endeavors in this chat. I hope other Sovereign Creators will share how they are using their creativity as well. I've been too busy lately to have much time to create and I really feel that void. I realize for me, that balance is important for my creativity to thrive. I do hope some will join in the fun on tuesdaycreation.substack.com. Sharing the creative journey is such a blessing! Thanks so much for encouraging all of us to embrace the creative endeavors we have been gifted with in whatever form they take. Excited for another writing challenge soon!
Thanks, Graham, for letting Cathey share about Tuesday Creations. The seeds of creativity are really starting to sprout there. I hope you drop in once and awhile and see the growth. The group is exceptionally talented and unbelievably encouraging. I've found one of the best things about getting older is letting go of what others think. There are definitely some "late bloomers" online here, but, as you said and Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor reminds us, they are stuck in Char. #2 -- the part of the brain that fears the unfamiliar. Even though it's difficult, we just have to recognize they are battling their own past insecurities. (I'm talking to myself mostly here. I've been wanting to tell a few people to F-off lately and I'm a 78 yr old lady who should know better than to say that. Ha Ha!) I had to chuckle when you were telling the story about your mom and meditation. When I was taking a grad class, the prof was trying to lead us through a mediation -- walking us a long a beach. I was in heaven with the sunshine on my face, etc. Here to find out when we were finished several students had refused "to go on the walk" because they were afraid they wouldn't be able to come back. People's psyches are complicated things. See you on Substack.
Graham, thanks for sharing the replay so quickly, I listened to it this evening when I got home from my road trip. The passage you read at the beginning was inspiring, and your thoughts on relationship with God and respectful interaction with others, lots for reflection for daily life. We are surrounded by God's love everyday, we need to stop, listen, and seek his guidance to reflect respect and love in our lives. I believe we are all blessed with creativity, there are many ways to be creative...we have the choice each day to create our life. It can be choosing creative food, painting, planting a garden, finding new ways to solve a problem. When I was teaching, everyday I looked for fun, creative ways to keep my students engaged in learning. Besides writing poetry, my other creative hobbies are quilting, and card making, all which bring fulfillment in my life..also challenges me. It was great to hear Cathey and Irene share about their creative journey, looking forward to hearing more Sovereign Creators share their journeys. This community that has grown from your work is so supportive and a blessing to all. Thank you for that...continued blessings to you and Paola as you continue with your inspiring, uplifting work!
On my journey there is a joy fueled by my relationship with God and alive in my heart. The heart is where joy is found and must be guarded. Even when my life circumstances are challenging, when my emotions are drained, that sacred joy brings strength and protection. I feel it creatively, spiritually, in relationships, and in simply enjoying the gift of life. I see it in all that surrounds me. Thank you, Graham, for encouraging us to think deeper, to explore creativity and to embrace the life given us. Thank you, Irene and Cathey, for inspiring creativity. Continued blessings on your journey.
Graham, I loved this Friday night chat! In your reading from Essence Gospel of Peace”, it reminded me of a short phrase I read recently, “Called or not called God is present” (Carl Jung). I believe that God is in all of us and in all of nature. We just need to listen for God’s guidance and observe and appreciate our natural surroundings. Thank you Graham for sharing your ideas and experiences—all of it has widened my perspective on life. As the saying goes, we are all a work in progress.
Thank you , Graham for an interesting podcast. I like this scripture “We make plans, but God determines our steps” Proverbs. 16:9. I believe that your unknown future is in the hands of the all-knowing God. Having Faith is the bridge between where I am and the place God is taking me. If you have a peaceful spirit, you will have a peaceful mind. Keep Growing!
Thanks Graham. Honestly, I only made 1/2 hour of it and then had to sleep. But I think in order to feel God's love surrounding us, we have to believe. And therein is the problem. So many don't. Its sad. Its such an awesome feeling to talk to God and know hes listening. I will listen to the replay for the whole chat. thanks again.
This chat was great - many of your statements about aligning with another’s belief systems hit so close to home for me. I find this with a few of my close friends, when I question something about God or religion they become very defensive and as you said I walk away and feel as If I have been scolded for asking a question that differs from their thoughts. Like you I feel this is how we grow our faith and strengthen our core belief system. After all, when we question we learn.
Thinking about the numbers and patterns we find in nature is one of my favorite things - I love studying the Golden Ratio and finding that sequence all around us from sunflowers to pine cones, this is when I truly see the beauty of the divine. Thank you for the time and thought you put into each of these conversations. Blessings and prayers.
Thank you so much.Graham, it was a very interesting thought provoking chat. God's love surrounds us all every day. Unfortunately, not everybody feels that, and that's okay to each his own. A big part of that chat felt like almost a meditation. It is so refreshing and relaxing to listen to you speak . It was nice to hear Irene and Cathey speak of their creativity on substack, and invite others to join our community. It has been said many times what a great community we have here, and we have you to thank for that. The Friday night chats have all been very interesting and I hope they can continue. Always something to look forward to. Continued blessings to both you and Paola. 🙌🙌❤️🙏🏻
Enjoyed the chat. You have a lovely way of getting your point across but you do it gracefully. ❤️🙏
Obrigada pelo replay, Graham! Bom dia 🌞
My belief that Jesus is my Lord and Savior is not out of fear at all or, a story I was told. Raised Catholic and by no means am I a Catholic. I am a Christian by my own path. The Holy Spirit has spoke to me many times in my life and has been right on every time.
Graham that was a great analysis of finding our spiritual way. I have learned that if I make a spiritual comment on social media I open myself to being criticised and challenged. Though I welcome those “Anti-comments “ I am strong enough in my faith to remain steadfast in my convictions.
Graham, thanks so much for the opportunity to talk about some of my creative endeavors in this chat. I hope other Sovereign Creators will share how they are using their creativity as well. I've been too busy lately to have much time to create and I really feel that void. I realize for me, that balance is important for my creativity to thrive. I do hope some will join in the fun on tuesdaycreation.substack.com. Sharing the creative journey is such a blessing! Thanks so much for encouraging all of us to embrace the creative endeavors we have been gifted with in whatever form they take. Excited for another writing challenge soon!
Thanks, Graham, for letting Cathey share about Tuesday Creations. The seeds of creativity are really starting to sprout there. I hope you drop in once and awhile and see the growth. The group is exceptionally talented and unbelievably encouraging. I've found one of the best things about getting older is letting go of what others think. There are definitely some "late bloomers" online here, but, as you said and Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor reminds us, they are stuck in Char. #2 -- the part of the brain that fears the unfamiliar. Even though it's difficult, we just have to recognize they are battling their own past insecurities. (I'm talking to myself mostly here. I've been wanting to tell a few people to F-off lately and I'm a 78 yr old lady who should know better than to say that. Ha Ha!) I had to chuckle when you were telling the story about your mom and meditation. When I was taking a grad class, the prof was trying to lead us through a mediation -- walking us a long a beach. I was in heaven with the sunshine on my face, etc. Here to find out when we were finished several students had refused "to go on the walk" because they were afraid they wouldn't be able to come back. People's psyches are complicated things. See you on Substack.
Graham, thanks for sharing the replay so quickly, I listened to it this evening when I got home from my road trip. The passage you read at the beginning was inspiring, and your thoughts on relationship with God and respectful interaction with others, lots for reflection for daily life. We are surrounded by God's love everyday, we need to stop, listen, and seek his guidance to reflect respect and love in our lives. I believe we are all blessed with creativity, there are many ways to be creative...we have the choice each day to create our life. It can be choosing creative food, painting, planting a garden, finding new ways to solve a problem. When I was teaching, everyday I looked for fun, creative ways to keep my students engaged in learning. Besides writing poetry, my other creative hobbies are quilting, and card making, all which bring fulfillment in my life..also challenges me. It was great to hear Cathey and Irene share about their creative journey, looking forward to hearing more Sovereign Creators share their journeys. This community that has grown from your work is so supportive and a blessing to all. Thank you for that...continued blessings to you and Paola as you continue with your inspiring, uplifting work!
On my journey there is a joy fueled by my relationship with God and alive in my heart. The heart is where joy is found and must be guarded. Even when my life circumstances are challenging, when my emotions are drained, that sacred joy brings strength and protection. I feel it creatively, spiritually, in relationships, and in simply enjoying the gift of life. I see it in all that surrounds me. Thank you, Graham, for encouraging us to think deeper, to explore creativity and to embrace the life given us. Thank you, Irene and Cathey, for inspiring creativity. Continued blessings on your journey.
Thank you, Linda, for those beautiful comments.
Graham, Thank you for a great chat 🙂
Such a beautiful community.
Enjoyed listening to Irene & Cathy sharing their passions & talents.
Appreciate your Friday chats though, I usually have to watch the replays due to my work. 🙏
Graham, I loved this Friday night chat! In your reading from Essence Gospel of Peace”, it reminded me of a short phrase I read recently, “Called or not called God is present” (Carl Jung). I believe that God is in all of us and in all of nature. We just need to listen for God’s guidance and observe and appreciate our natural surroundings. Thank you Graham for sharing your ideas and experiences—all of it has widened my perspective on life. As the saying goes, we are all a work in progress.
Thank you , Graham for an interesting podcast. I like this scripture “We make plans, but God determines our steps” Proverbs. 16:9. I believe that your unknown future is in the hands of the all-knowing God. Having Faith is the bridge between where I am and the place God is taking me. If you have a peaceful spirit, you will have a peaceful mind. Keep Growing!
Thanks Graham. Honestly, I only made 1/2 hour of it and then had to sleep. But I think in order to feel God's love surrounding us, we have to believe. And therein is the problem. So many don't. Its sad. Its such an awesome feeling to talk to God and know hes listening. I will listen to the replay for the whole chat. thanks again.
God’s law was never easy to follow after Jesus grace came.
I love these Friday chats!
This chat was great - many of your statements about aligning with another’s belief systems hit so close to home for me. I find this with a few of my close friends, when I question something about God or religion they become very defensive and as you said I walk away and feel as If I have been scolded for asking a question that differs from their thoughts. Like you I feel this is how we grow our faith and strengthen our core belief system. After all, when we question we learn.
Thinking about the numbers and patterns we find in nature is one of my favorite things - I love studying the Golden Ratio and finding that sequence all around us from sunflowers to pine cones, this is when I truly see the beauty of the divine. Thank you for the time and thought you put into each of these conversations. Blessings and prayers.
I am fascinated by the Golden Ratio too. I think it definitely proves a divine plan for the Universe.