Message #29778

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The practice of meditation which is actively seeking God has saved me. Steve, you too, from just the couple experiences you've shared with me, have been saved from wild circumstance without a scratch. You have told me that God has a way of protecting his devotee's. Tonight I watched a video by Gurunath called, "Ride through the Storm with Divine Social Security." He jokingly calls the social security number the number of Kriya Yoga you preform. Then he started talking about the influence of the planets. He said something like, his astrology reading was that of a man who should be dead already but because he is dependable on the Divine he is not as dramatically influenced by the planetary forces. This made me think of you, the recent attention to the YOD and then this thread.

Even though I have drifted from my exercises perhaps these last couple of days were planetary influences and because I think I have been practicing so adamantly and becoming so immersed in living meditation just prior to, I did not drown from these trials. In reality, they were short lived and I was protected even when I began losing consciousness. Yes, they are indeed trials but clearly I have not been able to rise above- my practices too have been short lived. My Mother noted an improved amount of patience in me tonight that I hadn't realized until after her saying so. All of these blessings come from pursuing God and practicing self control or living in an awareness of Love more often than not. Practicing is enjoyable, when you realize all of the benefits and actual Joy that comes as a result. In this way, I am feeling very fortunate to have come back to the path and to be surrounded by friends who too are interested in their ultimate liberation.

Why is it difficult? Because I am seeking a way of life I am not accustomed to and learning in the process. With sincere efforts, you really can notice the ways God blesses you along your journey. I am also noticing that I need more time and it may be a lifetime... I hope to Love others better.
Here's the video, if you are interested: