Rev (Dr.) Cynthia Ramirez Lindenmeyer Omaha World-Herald, Oct 10, 2021, From the Pulpit
Imagine driving along I-80 and crops of coconut trees emerge from where farmers planted corn seeds!
Scientifically, one would deduct that the soil did not operate within the unwritten but understood “law” of nature. Spiritually, our heart is much like the Earth’s soil: If we plant seeds of doubt, judgment and fear, then our lives will struggle to harvest energy grounded in faith, acceptance and love. Our thoughts are like seeds planted in the Law of the Universe, and our experiences are the physical outcome of what we sow. Currently, in our human race consciousness, seeds of fear seem to be the chosen kernel, keeping faith from cultivating and spreading compassion and hope.
Thought plus emotion equals belief, and it is done to us as we believe. What is it you desire in life? Be conscious of what you are planting. If we limit our beliefs, then the experiences we have will reflect our narrow thoughts. Beliefs we root in negative thought patterns are simply weeds that grow a scarcity mentality. The good news: Affirmative thinking changes negative thought patterns! This abundance mentality will transform your perception of reality and cultivate your life experience. Any time you catch yourself thinking about what you can’t do, simply affirm the opposite. For example, how many times do you hear someone say, “I’m not good at remembering names?”
Encourage them to think, “I am great at remembering people’s names,” and see what happens! Our Divine Gardener is amazing! May you begin every day with this affirmation: “I am Love and Loved,” and reap your beautiful being.
