The Lord – Is human divinity credible?

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By Stephen Russell-Lacy. This is the 5th script of a series of 6 podcasts asking how we can link ourselves with love and light: one of the great questions of life. I’ve previously concluded that what is universal is humane. In this episode I ask if  the image of the Lord as a focus for … Continue reading The Lord – Is human divinity credible?

Contemplation – Linking to transcendence?

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By Stephen Russell-Lacy. This is the third script of a series of 6 podcasts asking how we can link ourselves with love and light. One of the great questions of life. In this episode the question arises, if love and light are seen as a transcendent feature of existence, what might be the role of … Continue reading Contemplation – Linking to transcendence?

Private prayer – Can it reduce fear?

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By Stephen Russell-Lacy. The worldly minded suppose private prayer is no different from any other personal practice that induces relaxation. They ask ‘Don’t we relax by sitting in a comfortable position, in a quiet setting, having something calming to focus our attention, and adopting a passive attitude?’ Yet most people would agree that private prayer involves … Continue reading Private prayer – Can it reduce fear?

Fear of coronavirus – Podcast

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By Stephen Russell-Lacy. Listen to this episode   Seeking spiritual help during very troubling times is common. But in this period of fear of coronavirus, with many people having moved away from religion, some are struggling to find words and connection that could provide support and encouragement. Spirit of life & fear of coronavirus Compassion, wisdom … Continue reading Fear of coronavirus – Podcast

Coronavirus anxiety – How to reduce it?

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By Stephen Russell-Lacy. Listen to this podcast episode A lot of people can’t help wondering, ‘What if I get the coronavirus and am bedbound?’ ‘Who will do what is needed?’ ‘What if the economy doesn’t recover?’ ‘Will I have a livelihood?’ No sure answers are possible. No-one knows how long the pandemic will last and how … Continue reading Coronavirus anxiety – How to reduce it?

Disease – What causes bodily healing?

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By Stephen Russell-Lacy. Anyone can fall ill. Medical science reveals natural causes of disease such as genetic predisposition, toxic environments, and microbes. Like the rain and hail, sickness can fall on anyone. But what about factors that make us better? What causes healthy recovery, healing, and cure? Universal power of healing According to many spiritual thinkers, … Continue reading Disease – What causes bodily healing?

Religion – Does it have anything to offer?

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I am a deeply religious nonbeliever – this is a somewhat new kind of religion. (Albert Einstein) If you are spiritually orientated, you may welcome the notion of a deeper universal truth that applies to all people in all circumstances. However these days there is often an uncertainty about religion. North-western Europe is no longer … Continue reading Religion – Does it have anything to offer?

Pray – How to start?

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If you have heard of the personal benefits of the spiritual practice of prayer, you may be curious about how to start to pray in private. Most major religions involve prayer. We can pray out loud or silently. One way is to follow material already written. We can read or remember it. I use the … Continue reading Pray – How to start?

True self – How to attain it?

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People often think that human beings are inherently good. And that personal development simply involves getting in touch with one’s true self. In addition, they see this true self as the potential within us all for being truly good. A life, filled with compassion, joy and peace, defines the true design of each individual. However, … Continue reading True self – How to attain it?

Calm mind – How to find it in daily life?

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I was on holiday in the French Vendėe looking for peace and calm. The family had caught the ferry and located the camp site. And now on a lovely day without a cloud in the sky, I shouldn’t have had a care in the world. My daughter passed by and said “Oh Dad, you look … Continue reading Calm mind – How to find it in daily life?