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]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:43:36 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/jaya-jaya-shiva-shambho-video-t936.htm#1812 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/jaya-jaya-shiva-shambho-video-t936.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/how-a-hell-of-pain-became-a-heaven-of-love-t909.htm Sarveswara How a 'Hell of Pain' Became a 'Heaven of Love' By the sheer power of selfless love If life is lost in dreaming, and being is lost in becoming, then creation is an eternal saga of searching for joy that is fulfilling. From wealth to power and positions, from fame to relationships, human beings wonder all over, seeking that elusive and gratifying joy that may lend a sense of completion and meaning to their lives. In February 2009, we, the Heart2Heart team, witnessed and recorded this pursuit ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:35:34 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/how-a-hell-of-pain-became-a-heaven-of-love-t909.htm#1731 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/how-a-hell-of-pain-became-a-heaven-of-love-t909.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-cross-t913.htm Sarveswara Awesome!! We complain about the cross we bear but don't realize it is preparing us for the dip in the road that God can see and we cannot. 'Life is a mystery as long as we keep our faith in God we will never get lost. He Leads us to the right path.' Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:03:28 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-cross-t913.htm#1738 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-cross-t913.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/swami-me-lets-speak-with-him-part-a-t907.htm Sarveswara LET'S SPEAK WITH HIM... By Mrs. Poppy Hillcoat from Brisbane, Australia This is the transcription of the talk given by Mrs. Poppy Hillcoat at a meeting of Sathya Sai devotees in Ebell Club, Los Angeles, California on the 7th of Sep, 2003. Mrs. Poppy Hillcoat and her husband, Mr. Arthur Hillcoat, have been serving Swami for many years, since 1979. They have been to Israel, Russia and many other countries, spreading Love and the message of Bhagawan. Mr. Arthur was the chairman for the ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 24 May 2009 02:33:27 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/swami-me-lets-speak-with-him-part-a-t907.htm#1725 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/swami-me-lets-speak-with-him-part-a-t907.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/searching-the-truthunderstanding-true-love-part-a-t906.htm Sarveswara SEARCHING THE TRUTHUNDERSTANDING TRUE LOVE By Mr. Arthur Hillcoat This is the transcription of the talk given by Mr. Arthur Hillcoat at a meeting of Sathya Sai devotees in Ebell Club, Los Angeles, California on the 7th of Sep, 2003. Arthur and Poppy Hillcoat have been serving Swami for many years since 79. Arthur was a management consultant and the chairman for Sathya Sai Council of Australia. Later, Swami nominated him to be a central coordinator of Sai Organisations and for many ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 24 May 2009 02:11:10 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/searching-the-truthunderstanding-true-love-part-a-t906.htm#1722 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/searching-the-truthunderstanding-true-love-part-a-t906.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-place-of-a-thousand-names-t905.htm Sarveswara The Place of A Thousand Names Maybe it's in the place they call kundalini where all the feelings live. That place at the base of the spine that seems to be like a white dwarf star, somehow having imploded on itself to lock the feelings away. And maybe it's that place which drives people mad sometimes when it unlocks. And maybe we have imagined its existence. It was a strange morning for reasons unknown to me. I awoke and had trouble breathing. I sat with a first cup of tea and put the ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 23 May 2009 23:42:13 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-place-of-a-thousand-names-t905.htm#1721 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-place-of-a-thousand-names-t905.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-new-me-from-a-swami-devotee-t899.htm Sarveswara THE NEW ME Every step that He takes is well measured, every action of His has a deeper meaning and He is on a constant watch, looking out for the right devotee and for the right time. Eric Franciscus writes about his experience of inventing The New in him, after He does the miraculous touch of transformation, as chronicled in the May, 1986 issue of Sanathana Sarathi. I would have never expected it to have such a deep impact on my life. And yet, when I think back to my early childhood ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 14 May 2009 00:07:57 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-new-me-from-a-swami-devotee-t899.htm#1712 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-new-me-from-a-swami-devotee-t899.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-belated-valentine-t900.htm Jon28 A Belated Valentine Your love is everywhere- in the vibrant purple iris, the tulip soon effulgent in full bloom, the multitude of happy dandelions dotting the newly-greened spring lawns like the eyes of Argos. We are your flowers who open into billions of brilliant colors, bring up purpose from our roots like rising sap, remain for a brief sunset then wither and return to you, mother; you who tends our tiny headstones...leaving ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 14 May 2009 02:05:21 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-belated-valentine-t900.htm#1713 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-belated-valentine-t900.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/what-s-your-deepest-fear-t811.htm Akindra "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light not our darkness that frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn't serve the world. There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are born to make manifest the glory of God that is within ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:30:18 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/what-s-your-deepest-fear-t811.htm#1566 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/what-s-your-deepest-fear-t811.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-age-of-aquarius-t820.htm Akindra Remember Hair? Well.. now we have a date, February 14th,2009. The moon will be in the 7th house. Jupiter will align with Mars. Which, if we old hippies are right, will mean.. peace WILL guide the planets and love WILL steer the stars. Finally, this IS the dawning of the age of Aquarius! In mid February a rare astrological concentration brings together a number of planets together with the North Node - denoting higher purpose - in Aquarius that energizes and inspires the possibility ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:48:42 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-age-of-aquarius-t820.htm#1583 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-age-of-aquarius-t820.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/i-am-poem-t874.htm Amber2008 I wrote this affirmation in a poem and wanted to share with you. Blessings... Who Am I Am I the kind of car I drive Am I how much money I have Am I the house I live in Am I how my face and body looks Am I ego, clinging to material things who am I I Am that I am I am God's essence I carry God within me I am unique I am the love and light of God I am me I am a divine spirit from God I am of noble birth I am that I ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:46:59 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/i-am-poem-t874.htm#1650 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/i-am-poem-t874.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/ancient-whispers-poem-t875.htm Amber2008 The ancient people speak through stone tablets and scrolls all races all nations they whisper our tomorrows will change change to start new beginnings of truths to be revealed to humanity humanity and earth are changing a change in thoughts and truths 2012 is a new beginning of truths to be revealed to all a truth of creation God and compassion and hope one Creator one source all are as one different philosophies different races must ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:57:45 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/ancient-whispers-poem-t875.htm#1651 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/ancient-whispers-poem-t875.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/flexibility-in-mind-and-spirituality-t801.htm Akindra Hope you like this extract - Deepak is on a plane with nothing to do and then his mental guide began to talk to him - it was a reminder to me of the middle path....... From Deepak Chopra's book "Life After Death" Now, what is the proper way to relate to your mind? the voice asked. Should you always do what it says? Clearly not, for we have all kinds of thoughts that are irrelevant or fantastic. Should we ignore what it says? No again, because the mind gives us all the desires ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:23:50 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/flexibility-in-mind-and-spirituality-t801.htm#1545 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/flexibility-in-mind-and-spirituality-t801.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/i-will-some-affirmations-for-spritual-growth-t799.htm Akindra From Deepak Chopra's book "Life After Death - The Book of Answers" He is talking in this chapter about "The Powers You Need" to heighten the use of our subtle powers in order to more fully experience our soul... I will become more self-aware as the boundary between "me" and "not me" dissolves. The self will begin to encompass much more of reality as the boundary dissolves. I will feel free. I will become more willing to change and evolve. ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:13:28 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/i-will-some-affirmations-for-spritual-growth-t799.htm#1540 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/i-will-some-affirmations-for-spritual-growth-t799.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-story-of-jesus-by-his-mum-channelling-t770.htm Akindra The following Ascension Lesson was given on March 7, 2008 by Ascended Master Lady Mary: Good morning, I am Mary and today I would like to speak to you about the false stories told about me and my loved ones for the past 2,000 years. First of all, I was and am the mother of Esu Immanuel, incorrectly called Jesus by some, and now named Sananda Kumara. I WAS visited by Archangel Gabriel and given the seed which was combined with my DNA, Gabriel's and my husband, Joseph's. This Trinity ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Fri, 26 Dec 2008 21:36:06 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-story-of-jesus-by-his-mum-channelling-t770.htm#1487 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-story-of-jesus-by-his-mum-channelling-t770.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/no-man-is-an-island-t786.htm Jon28 How can it be that we live each others' lives? I always thought that each of us was an individual isle surrounded by a barrier sea; others denied access to our sandy beaches as we build castles of impenetrability, protected by moats of exclusion. Isn't this the premise? We enter the world alone with a scream...an infant of intense proclamation: "I have arrived. I want warmth, attention, sustenance." Our basic needs are met, but as we grow, ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 01 Jan 2009 23:50:30 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/no-man-is-an-island-t786.htm#1517 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/no-man-is-an-island-t786.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/you-are-t776.htm Nanette I wrote this poem in the 1980's after feeling an intense connection to the Spirit within: You Are You are my sun. Your rays beams of warmth Blanketing my body, Providing shelter from cold; lighting my way. You are my moon; Your luminescence my light In the darkest of nights. Your glow my comfort, When fear consumes. You are my compass; My true north. When I lose my way You guide me. Unerringly; Never failing; Always constant, Pointing the way. You are my tree, Under ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:30:31 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/you-are-t776.htm#1498 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/you-are-t776.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/rumi-t780.htm Nanette The seeds of His love blossom in every heart. The sounds of His flute fill every celebration. Everyone thinks that he sings and dances But no - He is the only one singing. He is the only one dancing. - Rumi ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` In the Arms of the Beloved Translations by Jonathan Star Jeremy P. Tarcher/Putnam, 1997 "This is love: to fly toward a secret sky, to cause a hundred veils to fall each moment. First to let ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:57:16 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/rumi-t780.htm#1506 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/rumi-t780.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-meaning-of-the-12-days-of-christmas-carol-t771.htm Akindra There is one Christmas Carol that has always baffled me. What in the world do leaping lords, French hens, Swimming swans, and especially the partridge who won't come out Of the pear tree have to do with Christmas? This week, I found out. From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were Not permitted to practice their faith openly. Someone During that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics. It has two levels of meaning: the surface meaning Plus a hidden meaning ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:40:33 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-meaning-of-the-12-days-of-christmas-carol-t771.htm#1488 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-meaning-of-the-12-days-of-christmas-carol-t771.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/choices-choices-t758.htm Sarveswara Choices Choices I am a “lump of intelligence” (a human being) interacting with other “lumps of intelligence” (other human beings). It seems to me that life happens and I then make choices whether I respond or react – but usually I’m fairly predictable. I do have free will and I can be happy or unhappy about anything that affects me – I can also see myself as personally responsible or as a victim. Whereas I might be considered an intelligent person, like most people I usually prefer not ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 20 Dec 2008 06:21:17 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/choices-choices-t758.htm#1474 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/choices-choices-t758.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/less-is-more-t747.htm Akindra Fear less, hope more; eat less, chew more; whine less, breathe more; talk less, say more; hate less, love more; and all good things are yours.
~Swedish Proverb
]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:03:55 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/less-is-more-t747.htm#1458 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/less-is-more-t747.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/12-days-to-christmas-but-what-does-it-mean-to-you-t745.htm Akindra This is part of a talk by Neale Donald Walsch The Christmas celebration itself has gotten so big, so almost out of hand, that it seems that a lot of different people have a lot of different ideas about what it's all about. One thing that I know it's not about, for me, is a doctrine or a dogma. It's about celebrating the birth of Christ, for sure, because that is a cause for celebration, but it's not about, for me, the birth of a religion or a theology. It's about the birth of the ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:04:14 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/12-days-to-christmas-but-what-does-it-mean-to-you-t745.htm#1456 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/12-days-to-christmas-but-what-does-it-mean-to-you-t745.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-cycles-of-life-t729.htm Akindra From a Neale Donald Walsch daily email On this day of your life, I believe God wants you to know... ....that the cycles of life are endless -- and always serve you, because life is a process that serves Life Itself. When things seeem to be shifting away from you, moving in the other direction, closing doors, shutting own opportunities, remember that all things are cyclical -- including Life Itself. What you are experiencing is temporary -- whether ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:45:11 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-cycles-of-life-t729.htm#1436 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-cycles-of-life-t729.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/butterfly-haiku-poem-t721.htm Amber2008 A caterpillar,
sees an end, a butterfly
sees a beginning

]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:29:04 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/butterfly-haiku-poem-t721.htm#1421 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/butterfly-haiku-poem-t721.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/no-matter-haiku-poem-t720.htm Amber2008 No matter what the
illusion that seems to be
know God is with you
]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:22:39 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/no-matter-haiku-poem-t720.htm#1420 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/no-matter-haiku-poem-t720.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-flower-haiku-poem-t719.htm Amber2008 A flower blossoms
to bring forth beauty
and grace to humanity

]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:20:28 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-flower-haiku-poem-t719.htm#1419 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-flower-haiku-poem-t719.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/implicit-faith-is-the-road-to-spiritual-success-t684.htm Sarveswara IMPLICIT FAITH IS THE ROAD TO SPIRITUAL SUCCESS Once, Krishna and Arjuna were going together along the open road. Seeing a bird in the sky, Krishna asked Arjuna,” Is that a Dove?” He replied,” Yes, it is a Dove.” He told Arjuna, “It is an Eagle.” Arjuna replied promptly, “Yes, it is an Eagle.” “No, Arjuna, it looks like a crow to Me. Is it not a crow?” asked Krishna. Arjuna replied, “I am sorry, it is a crow beyond doubt.” Krishna laughed and chided him for his agreeing to whatever ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:04:06 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/implicit-faith-is-the-road-to-spiritual-success-t684.htm#1353 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/implicit-faith-is-the-road-to-spiritual-success-t684.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/yogi-heart-revelations-from-an-ashram-regular-t680.htm Admin YOGI HEART Revelations from an Ashram Regular - By Jack Hawley We're sitting in the canteen, I ask the man about his spiritual progress over the many years he has been coming to the ashram. "Oh, it's nothing,'" he jokes, "You just transform your whole life, that's all. You become .yogi-like. It's a rather audacious thing to do." His voice shifts into a mock sarcasm, as if the worldly part of him is reacting to his answer. "What! You're moving to an ashram? ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:11:17 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/yogi-heart-revelations-from-an-ashram-regular-t680.htm#1349 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/yogi-heart-revelations-from-an-ashram-regular-t680.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/up-t667.htm Jon28 itself for thirst soul's the slake to water as drawn lines are peace these the wellspring of From deep within Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 02 Nov 2008 17:12:41 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/up-t667.htm#1333 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/up-t667.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/from-a-daily-om-email-awakening-to-change-t651.htm Akindra Being Aware is the First Step Life is a journey comprised of many steps on our personal path that takes us down a winding road of constant evolution. And each day, we are provided with a myriad of opportunities that can allow us to transform into our next best selves. One moment we are presented with an opportunity to react differently when yet another someone in our life rubs us the wrong way; on another day we may find ourselves wanting to walk away from a particular circumstance but ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 22 Oct 2008 09:11:08 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/from-a-daily-om-email-awakening-to-change-t651.htm#1310 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/from-a-daily-om-email-awakening-to-change-t651.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/picture-in-a-wallet-t637.htm Sarveswara PICTURE IN A WALLET A ticket collector on a train found an old worn out wallet in a compartment full of many people. He looked inside to find the name of its owner. There was no clue. It had some money and a small picture of Lord Krishna. He held it up and asked, 'Who is the owner of this wallet?' In response, an old man approached and said, “That is my wallet, please give it to me.” The ticket collector then told him: “You'll have to prove that it is yours. Only then I can hand it ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:40:23 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/picture-in-a-wallet-t637.htm#1294 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/picture-in-a-wallet-t637.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/meditation-poem-t627.htm Akindra Last night I was in meditation (for once!!) and a poem came to me. So I thought I'd post it, it's not the sort of poem I would normally write (mine always rhyme) but I guess it is a reflection / summary of what I've been awakening to lately......... I am soul I am alone Yet I am all I am on a journey Of exploration Nothing more Of Gods will I am free I am whole I am one Yet I am all Forever I cast no stone Lest I be hit Throw one at me I will be glad You are me Reminding ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:53:20 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/meditation-poem-t627.htm#1279 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/meditation-poem-t627.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/haiku-for-shiralee-t571.htm Jon28 The worthy Shepherd
is with his flock of angels
they will lead him home.]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Tue, 09 Sep 2008 03:59:00 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/haiku-for-shiralee-t571.htm#1194 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/haiku-for-shiralee-t571.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-24-gurus-part-1-t555.htm Akindra The 24 Gurus In the last part of Srimad Bhagavatam, when Krishna is about to leave his mortal body, he imparts the highest wisdom to Uddhava. In that teaching, there is this discussion between a Avadhuta (Dattatreya) and the King Yadhu about what the Avadhuta has learnt and from what source it came from. Maharaja Yadu once observed a certain brahmana avadhuta, who appeared to be quite young and learned, wandering about fearlessly. Being himself most learned in spiritual science, the King ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Mon, 25 Aug 2008 10:09:14 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-24-gurus-part-1-t555.htm#1159 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-24-gurus-part-1-t555.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/walking-with-god-t549.htm fhenix As I hold my hand in yours Down the path I follow, With each bend, twist & curve, I experience the lowest point of total despair to the highest of joy & love. As we come into the light again, I understand How the life of Karma, can continually turn until we learn, to hang on tightly to that Hand, It constantly reaches out......and, never let go until you reach that final destination...... The Pinacle of Love GOD. Love & ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:34:02 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/walking-with-god-t549.htm#1147 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/walking-with-god-t549.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/epicenter-of-the-storm-t547.htm Jon28 radiate, trying to keep us from
our true purpose

we remain
anchored quietly in
the heart of the quake.

The wheel's hub,
a daisy's yellow,

the vortex, not the ripples...

centered in love.]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Mon, 11 Aug 2008 01:39:00 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/epicenter-of-the-storm-t547.htm#1132 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/epicenter-of-the-storm-t547.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/senryu-t539.htm Jon28 to the sea or to the stars
let us merge midway

seeing this duality
as we have always been one]]> Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 02 Aug 2008 14:12:02 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/senryu-t539.htm#1111 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/senryu-t539.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-power-of-vibhuti-another-miracle-t524.htm Admin Vibhuti is a sacred Ash that was given as a healing agent from the fires, first by Shirdi Sai baba; now manifested miraculously by Sathya Sai Baba and given to all those who are meant to have it. Swami had once given Mrs. Gita Ram, daughter of Dr. Padmanabhan, a packet of Vibhuti in the interview room. She tucked it away in her purse and somehow forgot about it. A few months later, when she and her husband visited New York to celebrate their Marriage Anniversary, they went to a temple ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 23 Jul 2008 03:00:43 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-power-of-vibhuti-another-miracle-t524.htm#1069 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-power-of-vibhuti-another-miracle-t524.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/pay-attention-to-your-soul-t517.htm Akindra Messengers Circle Online Community Free Ecourse Interact With Neale Click Here Neale's Schedule Retreats Lectures Workshops Book Signings Click Here The Store Books Dvd's Audio Online Ecourse's Teleclass Downloads Click Here Buy the Book Click Here On this day of your life, Glenda, I believe God wants you to know... ....that life is about your soul, not about your body and not about your mind. Most people work hard to keep the ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sat, 19 Jul 2008 07:35:03 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/pay-attention-to-your-soul-t517.htm#1047 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/pay-attention-to-your-soul-t517.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/some-thoughts-in-am-email-i-recieved-t504.htm Sarveswara An email from a Sai group I belong to ... SOME THOUGHTS .Four blessed looks: Look back and thank God. Look forward and trust God. Look around and serve God. Look within and find God. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ When asked what forgiveness is, a cute little girl gave this lovely reply, "It's the sweet smell that a flower gives when it's being crushed." Never cry for any relation because the one for whom we cry doesn't deserve our tears and one who deserves them will ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Tue, 08 Jul 2008 23:37:41 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/some-thoughts-in-am-email-i-recieved-t504.htm#1018 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/some-thoughts-in-am-email-i-recieved-t504.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-poem-t494.htm Starshine I have just discovered this poem through a stranger on another site, when i read it i automatically assumed it was about the stillness that we often speak of here. when i replied to the lady she told me that it came from the old testament and she had never heard of Ashram or anyhting and asked me for the link to come here. I think i have just been used as a divine instrument to bring her here. I hope so anyway. Anyway here is the poem, would love to know your thoughts on it also For ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Sun, 06 Jul 2008 08:05:50 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-poem-t494.htm#996 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/a-poem-t494.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-serpent-t481.htm Sarveswara CHINNA KATHA - A Little Story from Bhagavan WORLDLY PLEASURES ARE LIKE A SERPENTʼS GRIP 'Chinna Katha' stories, One person came to Me about twenty years ago and prayed that he should meet with success in his examination and secure a high first class. I told him that there will have to be effort and the result will be according to Godʼs will. I gave him My blessings and sent him away. He did secure a high first class and came to Me again after passing his examination and asked ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:46:28 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-serpent-t481.htm#970 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/the-serpent-t481.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/my-choices-and-why-i-made-them-t471.htm Sarveswara MY .Choices… and Why I Made Them By Mr. Hiten Morarji Twenty-four year old Hiten Morarji was born and raised in Luton, UK. After his graduation in Pharmaceutical Sciences, he is currently pursuing a career with an international pharmaceutical company. An enthusiastic Sai Youth, he has a keen interest in developing the Sathya Sai Human Values Network to promote the message of human values in the community. Going to a university is not only about getting a degree or qualification, ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 26 Jun 2008 22:37:20 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/my-choices-and-why-i-made-them-t471.htm#953 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/my-choices-and-why-i-made-them-t471.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/perserverance-a-villanelle-t439.htm Jon28 The thought that I might find Thee during present incarnation sends purple waves of joy reverberating through my spine. To reach a higher plane I must continue meditation. A sacred space created for my silent adoration exists where time soon slips into a place that isn't mine. Oh Lord can I still find Thee, dwelling in this incarnation? The body seems to vanish in one-pointed concentration, that line between reality and maya stretches fine. To reach a higher plane I must not stop ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:17:02 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/perserverance-a-villanelle-t439.htm#892 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/perserverance-a-villanelle-t439.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/now-and-forever-t444.htm Amber2008 Now and forever I will know your wonders Now and always I will be with you Now and forever your love will always be with me Now and forever you will bless me Now and always you will love me Now and forever you will take care of me Now and forever you will carry me When I falll Now and always I will feel your love and blessings Now and forever I will know God's love and presence ~Jackie~ Inspirational Stories & Poems Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:45:55 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/now-and-forever-t444.htm#902 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/now-and-forever-t444.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/beautiful-minds-t443.htm Amber2008 Beautiful Minds I am who I wanted to be. For what reason is for God and my soul to know I may not be as smart as others but be patient and understanding We all have beautiful minds If I could of been like Einstein than my soul wouldn't learn what my soul has chosen to learn I ask much questions and want to learn I may forget or not understand you Please understand and be patient We all have beautiful minds I write this for all to comprehend be understanding ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:33:49 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/beautiful-minds-t443.htm#901 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/beautiful-minds-t443.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/yearning-t446.htm Amber2008 I am yearning. What am I yearning for? I am yearning to fill an emptiness inside Nothing or no one fills that emptiness What can I fill this emptiness with? Is this emptiness from missing God's Golden light embracing me. Like a child missing her father? My soul knows. My yearning is from my soul remembering and wanting to be home In God's embrace My soul knows My soul remembers the peace and love from home. One day I will be in God's Golden embrace again ~Jackie~ Inspirational Stories & Poems Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:59:29 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/yearning-t446.htm#904 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/yearning-t446.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/god-t445.htm Amber2008 Where is God? Is God near? Prove God exists I look in my eyes and I see God I look in my daughters eyes and I see God I see a flower and a bird and I see God God is within me and part of me God is living and feeling life thru me Just look at the wonders of the world You will see God and know God exists ~ Jackie ~ Someone asked me to prove God exists. I wrote this poem thinking about that question. I wanted to share. Inspirational Stories & Poems Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:52:14 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/god-t445.htm#903 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/god-t445.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/how-to-give-101-t442.htm Akindra What Equals 100%? What does it mean to give MORE than 100%? Ever wonder about those people who say they are giving more than 100%? We have all been in situations where someone wants you to GIVE OVER 100%. How about ACHIEVING 101%? What equals 100% in life? Here's a little mathematical formula that might help answer these questions: If: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Is represented as: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Thu, 19 Jun 2008 08:32:59 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/how-to-give-101-t442.htm#897 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/how-to-give-101-t442.htm http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/krishna-and-the-cowboy-t440.htm Sarveswara Krishna was a very poor boy. He lived in the village with his mother. His father was dead. When Krishna was five-year-old, his mother sent him to school. The road seemed very long. Krishna thought he had lost his way. He went on and on, till he saw the other village boys going to school. He joined them, and at last reached school. He had a happy time at school. When lessons were over, he played games with the other boys. It was almost dark when he set out for home. It was a long way ... Inspirational Stories & Poems Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:52:29 GMT http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/krishna-and-the-cowboy-t440.htm#895 http://spiritualmessenger.forumotion.com/inspirational-stories-poems-f3/krishna-and-the-cowboy-t440.htm