Rev. Carole  

I LOVE the Science of Mind textbok. . . I really LOVE it!  Dr. Holmes put in print the most amazing and wonderful philosophy for living I could ever imagine reading.  At first I had a difficult time understanding the 1926 style of writing, and, of course, the vocabulary was not what I was used to.  However, as time went on and I persevered, the meaning and depth began to have a great and profound impact on me.  The most meaningful point I came to understand was this:  I, the one known as me, am absolutely and totally responsible for all experiences in my life . . . .every one of them!

Unfortunately, some of those experiences were rather unpleasant, to say the least.  However, I was also absolutely and totally responsible for all the GOOD experiences of my life!   At first I thought I was the one with the power, but after much study and many classes I came to the understanding the Power is of God, I am of God, therefore I have access to and use of this Power.  . just as all people on earth have.  How empowering is that?!  If I could use this Divine Power negatively, wouldn't it make more sense to turn it around, use it positively and produce greater good, more love, joyous relationships, vibrant health, and success in all things?  Of course, just as Dr. Holmes said in many ways:  "Change your thinking, change your life".

The fabulous SOM textbook begins with an Introduction containing four chapters.  On page 60, the last page of the Introduction, this sentence appears:  "The Truth will out; the Spirit will make Itself known."  Just prior to that statement, this appears:  It is useless, as well as foolish, to make any attempts to cover this Principle, or to hold It as a vested right of any religion, sect or order."   Dr. Holmes is telling us that despite what religious tradition we are drawn to and utilize in life, it is the same Principle we are all using. . . and no matter how we use It, Truth will always prevail.  Well, you might ask.. . . please define 'Truth'

Dr. Holmes defines Truth as : "That which is."   We know from studying ancient wisdom, the mystics, the great minds and prophets of the ages who all said the same thing, defined "Truth" as well.  It is indestructible, unchangeable, contains all power, is not affected by anything outside Itself because there is nothing outside Itself.  It cannot be fragmented or split apart.  It . . .just . . . is. 

"The Truth will out; the Spirit will make Itself known."   No matter what is going on, no matter how tragic or troublesome a situation is, ultimately. . . no matter how long it takes. . . Truth will prevail.  This changeless, indestructible Power makes all things new.  It is the Alpha and Omega and everything in between.  The Will of God. . . Truth. . . will always win out.  

The Will of God is for good for Its creation.  "If God be for us, who can be against us?"  "It is the Father's good pleasure to give us the Kingdom."   "Ask, and it shall be given unto you."  "Knock and the door will be opened."  "Prove me now if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour you out a bless so vast you cannot contain it."  This is the Will of God for its creation. . . this is what will always win out. . . this is our destiny. . . this is the Truth of our being.  Good is our natural state of being!

If you are not already attending a Center for Spiritual Living, seek one out in your area.  Find one, attend, listen and be open to a greater You!

Peace & Blessings!                                                                                                                                                              Rev. Carole Anderson                                                                                                                                                   Spiritual Director