Making a Difference

It's been said in various ways that we either choose to put our energy into excuses and reasons or we choose to put our energy into having the results that we deserve as the expression of God.  Listen as Larry shares his understanding of why it's important to break through the addiction of reasons and excuses in order to set ourselves free to have the positive results we desire. If you a...

"Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness sake; for theirs is the kingdom of heaven...." (Matthew 5th chapter.)  What might Jesus have meant with reference to  being persecuted for righteousness sake?  Does righteousness refer to the outer actions of an individual? Does persecution always come from one person toward another or is it possible to come from within us? Was Jes...

The fifth chapter of Matthew is thought by many to contain a brief overview of the timeless, practical and useable teachings that Jesus gave during his physical ministry.   "Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God."(Matthew 5:8)  Listen as Mary Ellen shares thoughts about the meaning and possibility of "seeing" God, when Jesus apparently knew and taught that God is...

In the 5th chapter of Matthew there can be found the heart of Jesus' teachings. One of the key points within it is how mercy is a power within that is waiting to used. Listen as Larry shares thoughts concerning Jesus' teaching connecting being merciful with receiving mercy and a clear explanation of the law of life.  If you are guided, click the link below and support our podcast.  #spir...

Who, what, when, where? Listen as Mary Ellen shares some of her ponderings regarding all things Easter. If you are guided, click the link below and support our podcast.  #spiritualgemsaz #unity #livingunity #newthought #newthoughtmovement #makingadifference #practicalchristianity Support the show

Righteousness - A state of harmony established in consciousness through the right use of God-given attributes. It leads directly to eternal life. Truth working in consciousness brings forth the perfect salvation of the whole man (woman) Spirit, soul, body - and righteousness (right relation) is expressed in all his (her) affairs. - The Revealing Word, Unity Many feel that the heart of Jesus'...

Many consider the heart of Jesus' teachings are found in Matthew 5th chapter which contains the Sermon on the Mount and specifically the Beatitudes.  "Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth." This teaching may not seem to be empowering but listen as Larry explains the inner meaning of the words "meek" and "earth" and shares the practical applicatio...

Many consider the heart of Jesus' teachings are found in the Sermon On The Mount (Matthew 5th chapter.) The teachings of Jesus may sound inspiring but are they relevant or practical today?  Are Jesus' teachings applicable when loss of a loved one happens, when there are challenges with physical well-being, loss of employment or finances? Listen as Mary Ellen shares thoughts about how to...

Many people consider that the heart of Jesus' teachings are found in the Sermon On The Mount  (Matthew 5th chapter.)  However some might wonder if these teachings are relevant and practical in the 21st century.  Do they apply to our spiritual life as well as our prosperity?   Listen as Larry shares his understanding about this and more. If you are guided, click the link below and support our...

"The light of the body is the eye: if therefore your eye be single, your whole body shall be filled with light." (Matthew 6:22)  Listen as Larry shares insights about your True Nature and why keeping your eye  (your I)  single helps you keep focused on Who you are as an expression of God... a Godling! If you are guided, click the link below and support our podcast. #spiritualgemsaz #unit...

Lent is thought by some Christians to be a forty day time of fasting from food or giving up of something enjoyable in order to prepare for Easter.   You are invited to listen as Mary Ellen shares thoughts about the metaphysical practice of Lent.  The inner fast is giving up a practiced limiting thought or belief. The  inner feast is choosing to practice positive thoughts that affirm the Truth of w...

A ripple is described as a small wave that is the effect of a single action or cause. Listen as Mary Ellen shares thoughts about ripple effects that can be deliberately caused by us. Just as there is a ripple effect on a body of water caused by a pebble tossed into it,  so there is a ripple effect caused each time we find a way to make peace with our lives. When we find ways to choose peace right...

Listen as Larry shares his understanding of how God as Unchanging Principle expresses through our consciousness or beliefs and shows up as the changing faces or guises we experience. The good news is we can change our consciousness or belief system. When we decide to rule our mind/consciousness we will begin to rule our world of experience. "When you rule your mind you rule your world. When y...

Principle is the underlying plan by which spirit (God) moves in expressing itself... Principle is the I AM of every man (person) - The Revealing Word by Unity Listen as Larry shares thoughts about Principle and gives some practical ways to return to Principle. Every time we return to Principle our bodies and every area of our lives are affected in a positive way.  If you are guided, click the link...

Listen as Larry shares a metaphysical lesson of love and forgiveness based on the words attributed to Jesus, "Neither do I condemn you, now go and sin no more."  (John 8:11) Be sure and listen to the closing minutes of the lesson where you'll hear a musical and verbal blessing of forgiveness. https://www.buzzsprout.com/634606/episodes/12037857# Support the show

Will the next year be different from the previous one?  Listen as Larry explains that you are now in the process of creating your own reality... thought by thought.  #spiritualgemsaz #unity #livingunity #newthought #newthoughtmovement #makingadifference #practicalchristianity If you are guided, click the link below and support our podcast. Support the show

Listen as Larry shares his understanding that the Truth within Christmas is about more than the human birth of Jesus. The Idea within Christmas is Universal and integral within you.  If you are guided, click the link below and support our podcast.   #spiritualgemsaz #unity #livingunity #newthought #newthoughtmovement #makingadifference #practicalchristianity Support the show

Larry includes in this lesson the metaphysical meanings behind the people and places in the Christmas story.  Mary, Joseph, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Shepherds, Egypt et al represent something within you and are important in the remembrance of the Christ within you now. If you are guided, click the link below and support our podcast.   #spiritualgemsaz #unity #livingunity #newthought #newthoughtmovemen...

Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus. However,  Christ existed long before Jesus was born and exists today in each one. Listen as Mary Ellen shares Part 1 of   "Your Christmas Connection." Support the show

Give yourself a gift,  take 6 minutes and listen as Mary Ellen shares a quieting time that focuses on health and wholeness. Let the affirmative words lead you into a remembrance that well-being is your true state of being. #Spiritualgemsaz #Unity #NewThought #Makingadifference  Support the show

Advent, as a date on the calendar, is the period of four Sundays before Christmas or the celebration of the Earthly birth of Jesus. Though there is no scriptural reference for this, it can be and often is meaningful in one's spiritual practice.  Listen as Mary Ellen suggests making Advent an inner practice in order to find deeper meaning and relevance. Advent can symbolize the practice of  co...

"In reality miracles are events that take place as a result of the operation of a higher, unknown law. " Charles Fillmore, co-founder of Unity. Healing, as defined by Webster dictionary, is restoring to original purity or integrity.  Listen as Larry speaks to the Truth of health and healing and shares this affirmation, "I am created by and out of the Source of the Infinite Universe....

Listen as Mary Ellen shares a lesson on the powerful tool of gratitude that is awaiting our use and which can literally change our lives.  "Metaphysicians have discovered that words that express thanks, gratitude, and praise release energies of mind and Soul; and their use is usually followed by effects so pronounced that they are quickly identified with the words that provoke them." Cha...

Listen as Larry shares his response to a suggestion that it is possible to be separated from God. Each is an integral part of the Source that creates and sustains all that is. The only place we can ever experience separation is in our own beliefs. Because each is vital to the wholeness of the universe, separation is not possible. Support the show

Be in a virtual class and listen as Larry teaches that Grace is the activity of God in us, through us, and as us. Grace is not earned by only a few...Grace is  Love...unconditional and inclusive. The more we know our oneness with God, the more we feel enfolded in Love and Grace. Support the show