Leddy Hammock

Highlights from “I Am the Place where God Shows Up” by Eddie Watkins, Jr.:

“There is no spot where God is not.

I am not alone and there is nothing I have to do on my own.

I am the place where God lives and breathes and has its being.

I am the place, you are the place, we are the place where God shows up.”

Leddy Hammock

From the words of The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.:

“As we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall always march ahead. We cannot turn back.

With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope.

With this faith, we will be able to work together, to pray together….

With this faith, we will be able . . . to stand up for freedom together, knowing that we will be free one day…. Let freedom ring!”

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics to “Get Ready, My Soul” by Daniel Nahmod:

“Everything I’ve ever done, everything I’ve ever seen, everything I’ve lost or won, everything I’ve ever dreamed, has brought me here to the present moment, here, to a new beginning, here and I’m seeing life so clearly now.”

“‘Cause here I go, deeper, deeper, deeper than I’ve ever been before. Here I go, closer, closer, closer to my sacred Source. Here I go, deeper, deeper, deeper than I’ve ever been before. Here I go, close, closer, closer to my sacred Source.”

“Get ready, my soul. I’m divin’ in. Get ready, my soul. I’m divin’ in to the deepest kind of love, to the sweetest kind of life, Get ready, get ready, my soul.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “Who You Really Are” Richard Mekdeci, Sage & Sue Riley

“I know who you really are – I see it in your eyes.
Oh, you are a shining star – I know who you really are!

Oh, I know who you’re here to be – I see it in your eyes:
A light for the world to see – I know who you’re here to be….

Oh, I know who you really are – I see it in your eyes.
Oh, you are a shining star – I know who you really are.

I now release the limits of the past and let my light shine in this bright New Year.
Peace begins with me in 2023!

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “Emmanuel” by Claudia Carawan

Once, a tiny baby slept beneath the stars of a long, dark night.
This child, an answer to our prayers, our hopes and dreams and longing for the light.

And now, the time has come to celebrate this baby’s birth and vow to do our best to bear His light upon this earth.

I welcome the gift of this love with the joy of receiving.
I welcome the light to my heart with all of my being.

Welcome to my heart, sweet and holy Child.
Shine your light on me, Emmanuel.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “Be the Light” by Karen Drucker and Claudia Carawan

Like a candle flame in a window pane, or embers burning by the fireside, as we celebrate, we illuminate, the light we shine is multiplied.

And the angels sing, with the love that we bring.
In the blackest night, there’s a shining light, shining so bright.

Be the light that shines in the dark.
Be the hope, all it takes is a spark.

If love is to be, it all starts with you and me. Be the light!

Inspired by lyrics to “Stables” by Peter Mayer:

Make of my heart a cradle, Lord, so Love will come and lay there.

Make of my heart a shelter, Lord, so Love will come and stay there.

Make of my heart a manger, Lord, where Love’s the only answer.

Make of my heart a stable, Lord, glowing with light for
miles in the darkness, so Love will find its way there.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “Search the Sky” by Sloan Wainwright:

Search the sky for that star—star of light, star of love, bright enough to guide believers from afar.

Let there be peace around our troubled world, peace within ourselves.

We’ve traveled such a long way. Let us not forget what for.
And when we gaze upon that star of light, star of love, we hope for the only gift: peace around our trouble world, peace within ourselves.

Search the face of the Child, shining with the spirit of Christmases in our heart.

Leddy Hammock

My life is in order and I am ready to receive my good.

I do not make excuses. I make ready.

My mind is now open, my heart is receptive to be healed and happy.

I am open to give love and to receive love, to love and to be loved.

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics to “May the Light of Love” by David Roth

As we come around to take our places at the table,
a moment to remember and reflect upon our wealth.

Here’s to loving friends and family, here’s to being able
to gather here together in good company and health.

May the light of love be shining deep within your spirit.
May the torch of mercy clear the path and show the way.

May the horn of plenty sound so everyone can hear it.
May the light of love be with you every day.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by “I Made Room for Grace” by Sue Riley):

When I stumble, I won’t be defeated, since I make room for grace.

I stop resisting. I make room for grace.

I just step aside, open up a space, and make room for grace.

Now the blessings arrive every day, since I made room for grace.

Leddy Hammock

I practice an attitude of gratitude.

My prayers are answered as I share generously from my grateful heart.

The grateful heart draws to itself great things.

Perfect answers take form as I keep a good and grateful attitude.

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics to “There for You” by Roger Tomhave, Claudia Carawan, & Melinda Wood Allen:

If God had hands, there’d only be one on your shoulder.
If God could speak, the words would bless everything you do.

Take my hand, I’ll stand beside you. Together we’ll make it through.
Take my love, now and always, I will be there for you.

If God has ears, they’d listen to what you’re saying.
If God has eyes, they’d see the wonder that is you.

If God had legs, they’d go with you on your journey,
But God has me and I’ll be there for you.

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics to “Meet You where You Are” by Melinda Wood Allen & David Roth:

Oh my friend, I will meet you where you are.
I won’t throw flower petals on your wounded heart.
If it’s not okay we won’t pretend,
But if it’s not okay, it’s not the end.

Aren’t you stronger than you ever used to be?
At least that’s the way it seems to me, if not to you.
Aren’t you the one who’s made it all this way?

No matter what those voices in your head might say, it’s up to you.

This too shall pass.
There are times that are simply not okay.
What you do with them, it’s up to you to say.
I’ll meet you where you are.

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics from “Everything To Do with Love” by Jan Garrett,JD Martin,Harold Payne,& Freebo:

It’s got nothing to do with history, or which side has lost or won.
It’s got everything, everything to do with love.

It’s got nothing to do with boundaries, or thinking that you have to be tough.
It’s got everything, everything to do with love.

Something as simple as kindness can see us through.
It’s got everything to do with love.

There’s so much hope to hold onto, and so many songs to be sung,
It’s got everything, everything to do with love.

Leddy Hammock

Inspiration from lyrics to “Making of a Soul” by Nathen Aswell:

“There is no destination; the journey is the goal.
I’m busy with the making of a soul ….

I have no map to guide me; there is no book of rules.
The only thing that’s certain is joy will lead me home.

I’m part of God unfolding; I trust and fully give.
All that really matters is that while I live, I live.

My gifts are what is needed; the universe is home.
I’m busy with the making of a soul.”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics from “Amazing Things” by Jana Stanfield:

We will do amazing things, with the choice each new day brings.
And with every breath you take, list the progress that you make.

The reason you live is there is every gift you give.
Love your life, love your dreams. You will do amazing things.
Amazing, amazing, you will do amazing things.

Oh, the places you will go and the people you will know! Don’t worry when or where or how. You don’t need to know that now. You’re on the right track, no need to look ahead or back. Just enjoy what this day brings. You will do amazing things.

You don’t have to work it out, just stay in the here and now, let your mind rest for a little while. Sometimes deepest answers come when you’re out there having fun.
Close your eyes and take a break and smile. Amazing! You will do amazing things!

Rev. Dell deChant

Inspired by lyrics to “Letting Go of Holding On” by Richard Mekdeci/Mario Friedel:

“I’m letting go of holding on. God is my Shepherd. I shall not want. I’m letting go of holding on, seeking first the kingdom of God.

I let go of the feelings that feed on lack and greed. I let go of the reasons keeping me in need. I let go of the fear that there’s never enough and I stop holding on, to what is not love.

We breathe in, we breathe out, it’s all give and take. They’re one with each other, for all of goodness’ sake.

The loaves and the fishes were blessed then released and barely enough turned into a feast.”

Inspired by lyrics to “The Grand Design” by Greg Tamblyn:

“After all these years, I’m startin’ to see we’re all threads in a tapestry,
Woven together, your life and mine, ‘till our hearts and roads are intertwined. The road of life may lead us far from where we all begin, but sooner or later, The hands of time weave us back in to the Grand Design.

Out on life’s highway, we feel alone, as every bend leads us further from home. Our path divides, we take our chances, and pray our loved ones will understand us.
Which way to go we don’t always know, so we navigate by heart. But in time, we come to learn that every road is part of the Grand Design….

We could rise up high, see the long road, how far we’ve come and where we’ll go, See how our pathway crosses the others, we know how much we need each other.
In this living tapestry, each thread is someone’s road. And one day from a higher place, we may know the Grand Design.

It’s something I believe and now I find it comforts me. I’ve come to love the mystery. The Grand Design is with us all along, a last goodbye, a newborn’s song, And in the end, we all belong, to the Grand Design.”

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics from “No Complaints Whatsoever” by Jan Garrett & JD Martin:

I got no complaints whatsoever and a new day is dawning in my soul.

I gave up the struggle at last, and I can see all the ways that I’ve been gifted and all the wisdom that has brought me to this place. Through the twists and the turns, I have finally come to learn to trust this amazing kind of grace.

The high road is surprisingly easy. Forgiveness shows up without a fight.
Through the ups and the downs I see beauty all around, ‘cause I’d rather be grateful than right.

I’ve got no regrets. I’m seriously blessed. I got peace of mind. All the time. I’ve got no complaints whatsoever and a new day is dawning in my soul.

Judy Tafelski

Inspired by lyrics to “The Way of God” by Richard Mekdeci:

“Hush my child,” I heard the voice say from the dark night of my soul. “Things are not as bad as they seem, you are stronger than you know. You call on me to help you but it’s already done. Ev’rything I am, you are; the battle has been won. You are not weak. You are not helpless. You are not fear. You are not judgment. You are whole. You are worthy. You are the way of God, the way of God.

Deep in my own heart I found strength and the courage to go on, When I faced my fears I could see they were all just illusion. I want to make the difference, I want to be the way. Now when I want to turn and run, I hear myself say:

Stretch your heart until it reaches the way of God. Ev’ry Master Teacher teaches the way of God. ‘Cause the only way to peace is the way of God.

So when the path before you seems too much to take, just remember who you are, take a breath and say, I am not weak. I am not helpless. I am not fear. I am not judgment. I am whole. I am worthy. I am the way of God.”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics by Leddy Hammock to a song by Sue Riley, “Leave those Walls Behind” from the double CD set with “Twelve Women of the Chalice” (2008):

Sounds of the city, the life I knew, fade in the background and drift away. As I turn to face the window, to the open blue, new life is calling to me. It says, “Come with me, Beloved, leave those walls behind, for a land of milk and honey— a promised land, leave those walls behind.”

Oh, I’ve taken care of others, of ev’ryone but me. Closed in these walls, no room to breathe, I can only save them by choosing to be free.

New life is calling to me. It says, “Come with me, Beloved, leave those walls behind, for a land of milk and honey– a promised land. Leave those walls behind. “No more looking out with longing, hiding here within. Now I fin’ly have the courage to step outside. I’ve shaken off my sorrow, no more waiting to begin.

New life is calling to me. It says, “Come with me, Beloved, leave those walls behind,
For a land of milk and honey, a promised land, leave those walls behind.”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics from “A World Awakening” by Richard Mekdeci:

“No more fighting, hearts uniting, all one people, all one dream. Hate is dying, Love is rising on a world awakening.

Children of one God, one planet. Let the earth and heaven sing. Join the angels’ joyous strains all for a world awakening.

One day all the world is watching. Time weaves us a common theme. Peace, our anthem, all are welcome to a world awakening.

New ideas and new beginnings, that’s what each tomorrow brings. Freely giving, we are living in a world awakening.”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by “Don’t Ask Me To Give up this Dream” from “Twelve Women of the Chalice” Cd set, music by Sue K. Riley and lyrics by Leddy Hammock:

With my back to the past, I let everything go.
I am leaving behind me the life I have known,
In this meadow of memories, nothing can grow.
I am leaving the life I have known.

There are those who will say it is safer to stay
Where the voices around me all call me by name.
But, I’ll follow the longing that leads me away
From the voices that call me by name.

Don’t ask me to give up this dream.
Wherever it takes me, I’ll go.
No matter how hopeless this journey may seem,
Don’t ask me to give up this dream.

I will gather my good from the seeds of the past,
My blessing will come by the work of my hands.
From the heat of the day to the sunset at last,
I’ll be blessed by the work of my hands.
Don’t ask me to give up this dream.

"Dreamspeak"

Inspired by lyrics to “When We’re Talkin’ Dreams” by Sue Riley, Karen Taylor-Good, and Harold Payne:

A dream is just a seed we plant. Then we wait for it to grow.
We’ve been waiting patiently, I know.

We’re breathin’ so it’s not too late. There’s no expiration date when we’re talkin’ dreams, and we’re talkin’ dreams.

Anything can happen, long as we think it can.
Unexpected gifts await our outstretched hand.

There’s no expiration date when we’re talkin’ dreams, and we’re talkin’ dreams.

Judy Talelski 

Inspired by lyrics to “I Dreamed of Rain” by Jan Garrett:

The Spirit indwelling inspires me with dreams of freedom.
“I dreamed of rain and the rains came, soft and easy, sweet and clear….”
and peace spread over the land.”

Every soul dreams of freedom and deserves to be free from bondage.
“I dreamed of summer, and the winds changed and peace spread over the land.”

I dreamed of freedom and I know the Truth sets me free from all limitation.
“I dreamed of freedom and the moon rose, and the way was easy and the path was clear.”

I am a child of God, born to be free.
“And the flowers bloom in the desert, and the air is fresh and clear. I dreamed of freedom and the moon rose and peace spread over the land.”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “Closer than You Think” by Sue Riley, Glen Roethel and Melinda Wood Allen:

“When all your dreams are hooked on a shooting star
And the star falls down, remember how great you are.
You are the guiding star you need….

Your day in the sun, the moment seems lost in time,
When the sun sinks low, remember how bright you shine.
You are the only light you need….

The road is long, and you feel weary.
Take one more step, you are nearly home.

Shadows of time, love that has passed you by
And your hope runs out. Give it just one more try.
Love may be closer than you think.
Don’t stop now. You’re closer than you think.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by “Getting’ Better Ev’ry Minute” by Richard Mekdeci:

It’s getting better ev’ry minute, getting better ev’ry day….
There’s a channel of peace being sent from above

Bringing us this message on the wings of a dove – It says,
It’s betting better ev’ry minute, getting better ev’ry day….

If we’re wise, we surely know; what we feed will always grow ….
So I walk through my life and do my best to be cheerful

Because I know it’s a choice and it’s better than fearful.
So when my friends smile and say, “Hey how ya doin’ today?”
I will choose to answer in a positive way – I say,
“I’m getting better every minute, getting better every day

From “We Remember Them” by Rabbis Sylvan Kamens and Jack Riemer:

“At the rising of the sun and at its going down …. At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter, we remember them.”

“At the opening of the buds and in the rebirth of spring …. At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of summer, we remember them.”

“At the rustling of the leaves and in the beauty of autumn …. At the beginning of the year and when it ends, we remember them.”

“When we have achievements that are based on theirs …. When we fulfill their dreams, and our own, we remember them. As long as we live, they too will live: for they are now a part of us, as we remember them.”

Sue Riley

Inspired by “Who You Become” by Sue Riley and Jana Stanfield:

We keep our eyes on the prize, but don’t fret if we stray,
because the most important thing is who we become along the way.

It’s how we love, how we live, how we laugh, how we give.
Yes, the most important thing is who we become along the way.

We keep our eyes on the prize, but don’t fret if we stray,
because the most important thing is who we become along the way.

It’s how we love, how we live, how we laugh, how we give.
Yes, the most important thing is who we become along the way.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “God Is” by Richard Mekdeci, based on the “Prayer for Protection” by James Dillet Freeman:

“In the morning when I rise and before I close my eyes,
Anytime I’m in despair, I just speak this little prayer —

When the cold winds start to blow and they beat upon your door,
Every night will have its dawn, hold this thought as you hold on —

We all hear the Spirit call. It’s a small world after all.
Bound together in and through this one common, simple Truth:
God’s light surrounds us, God’s love enfolds us;
God’s power protects us; The presence of God watches over us;
Wherever we are, GOD IS!”

Leddy Hammock

Lyrics to “Mother Nature” by B.A. Huffman:

“From the moment you were born, you were loved beyond compare.
You were cradled in a mothers’ arms, and trusted to her care.
She loved without condition and provided best she could.
She sheltered you with comfort and she taught you bad from good.

And with or without children of your own,
you can honor your mother if you pass her long along.
We all have a mother nature, a place within our self,
to nurture lovingkindness and nourish someone else.

We all have a mother nature, a love that has no end,
so share it with a neighbor, brother, sister, stranger, friend.
If you look around the world, there are families of all kind.
There are children with two fathers, there are mothers left behind.

But we all have love in common, to share with children, pets and friends.
Just use your mother nature, so the story never ends.
But with or without children of our own, we can honor our mothers if we pass their love along.”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics from “You Are the Light” by Denise Rosier:

“You change dust into gardens, pieces into peace, tears into fountains, chains into release.

You are doubt into action, vision renewed, perfect creation unfolding in view.

You hold all of heaven inside you, no matter what you go through and, if your dreams burn down to ashes, you rise again!

You are the Light—the Light of God, the power of prayer lifted up! Every breath testifies—You are the Light!”

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics from “Hallelujah Today!” by Denise Rosier:

“Running till my bones are aching, pushing past the point of breaking, The road is long but I will make it, that’s who I am.

It’s not the race but how I’m running, not who I was—who I’m becoming.
Steady on, I’ll finish strong on this path….
Every breath in me proclaims… Hallelujah Today!

With every mile, I’m reminded, I never go empty-handed.
God is my strength, I’m never stranded. I’m not alone.
Calling out like a siren of good and peace and joy resounding,

Hear me now – I’m ringing out around the world!
In every song I sing, in every part of me, in everything . . .
Every breath in me proclaims Hallelujah today!”

Leddy Hammock

“Ho-onopono Prayer”- Hawaiian prayer for resolving conflict and seeking peaceful resolution, as in the song, “In this moment,” by Melinda Wood-Allen:

I’m sorry.
Please forgive me.
Thank You.
I love you.

Leddy Hammock

Leddy Hammock

God loves me and sees me well.

The place for healing to happen is right here, right where I am.

Right now, in this very moment, is my healing time.

Now is the time for me to go within and discover that I already know how it feels to be whole, how to heal.

What Jesus taught has everything to do with love. When we are kind, we know we are not alone.

What Jesus taught has everything to do with love. I choose love, no matter what others do. When we put our differences behind us, the world looks new.

What Jesus taught has everything to do with love. Love is our trademark.

There’s so much hope to hold onto, because what Jesus taught has everything to do with love.

Leddy Hammock

You might win a battle, you could win a race. Out run your rivals, come in first place. You could lose your center in the push and the shove, or simply surrender and tune into love.

Love’s not a contest, it’s just who we are. Both the light and the shadow are at home in the heart. Beyond the struggle, there is music to play, and songs to be singing at the end of the day….

Love knows no boundaries, it’s the light in our eyes – familiar to all, universally prized. There’s a world of compassion and we’re good to begin.

We could just quit fighting and let love win. When we’re up against too much to ask, when we lose our resistance at last and we realize love’s got our back, love wins.

For everyone, great and small, we are lifted as we fall, kindness conquers all. Love wins.

Leddy Hammock

The LORD, our God, is One and God is Love.

With love in my heart, I give love away. It all comes back and makes a better day.

My only “enemies” are anger and fear thoughts. Being mean won’t help. I lift up those negative “inner mes” through loving thoughts and actions.

Now is the time to do the right thing: to start letting go of fear and live with love in my heart.

Leddy Hammock

“Used to be when things got crazy, I’d get to feeling low. But, I found out I can’t let that phase me ….

Sometimes we all feel disconnected…. It’s kind of strange, but it’s true: when everything changes, I can change anything.

Turning the pages, everything’s new.

If life’s little stages are teaching me anything, it’s everything changes and I can change, too.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics to “Do What I Can Do” by Sue Riley, Richard Mekdeci, and Gary Lynn Floyd:

“Look around, what do I see? Good or bad, it’s up to me. My world reflects what I believe.

Here’s what I believe. I know there’s good in everyone. I know the best is yet to come.

Look out world, ‘cause I’m not done, I’ve only just begun . . . . I’ll choose compassion over fear, release my love into the atmosphere. Like a single wave in an endless sea, any change begins with me.

And, when I feel I’m all alone, I’ll remember, one drop of water smooths a stone. Gonna, love like crazy, shine like gold, be courageous, break the mold. Can’t do it all, but this much is true. I can do what I can do.”

Leddy Hammock

in St. Louis Inspired by lyrics to “Letting Go of Holding On” by Richard Mekdeci

“I’m letting go of holding on. God is my shepherd, I shall not want.

I’m letting go of holding on, seeking first the kingdom of God.

I let go of the feelings that feed on lack and greed. I let go of the reasons keeping me in need.

I let go of the fear that there’s never enough, and I stop holding on, to what is not love.”

Leddy Hammock

There is a lesson to be learned in every experience.

Every lesson is worthwhile and we teach as we learn.

Whatever we go through, it’s what we grow through that counts.

Life is a school. What we used to call “problems” we now call “projects.”

The inner Teacher sends a message: peace and harmony.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by “The Infinite Surface of the Heart” by Sloan Waiwright, Sue Riley, & David Roth

"Ever expanding, endless canvass, the infinite surface of the heart." There is more than enough room in the circle of my heart for forgiveness, acceptance, and love.

There is more than enough room in the circle of my heart for the flowing forth of love going out in all directions to bless all persons everywhere.

There is enough room in the circle of my heart for a larger vision of life, where there is room for all of us to grow.

There is enough room in the circle of my heart for love, understanding, and protection to encircle the whole wide world.

Leddy Hammock

“Jonah’s Story,” or “How to Turn Your Life Around”

When my best thinking has gotten me into my worst situations, the only way I can change my life is by changing my thinking.

To turn a negative experience around, I forgive, I listen with my heart, and I turn my thoughts in a positive direction.

I wake up from self-limiting thought. I bless and give thanks, as I take a new direction toward the ceaseless flow of my own good.

I stop resisting my inner guidance and I take a “right turn,” even if it means kicking and screaming down the path of transformation.

Leddy Hammock

Inspired by lyrics by Jan Garrett

“This is what I know:  We are all connected, the universe reflected in each shining part.

And everywhere I go, I recognize the faces – all of my relations in this One Heart.

And all I need is already looking through these eyes, nearer than my breathing, closer than hands and feet.

We are dreaming together all the gifts of heaven and earth, and so I receive all I can be.

So it is and so be it . . . and now we begin . . . .  Amen!”

Leddy Hammock

By the power of the spoken word of faith, I cast out limiting error beliefs.

In the name and through the power of Jesus Christ, I speak the Truth that makes me free.

I am centered in the Christ consciousness that drives out every demonic thought and establishes me in peace.

In the name and nature of Jesus Christ, I now demonstrates authority over so-called demons.

I refuse to go to hell or stay there!

Leddy Hammock

Rise up, spirit of strength.  Return from sorrow and run with joy.

Rise up, spirit of renewal.  Return from the place of hurt and run toward healing.

Rise up, spirit of life.  Return from wandering and run to your source.

Rise up, spirit of strength.   Fear nothing and run toward victory.

If I want a better life – a love that builds me up inside and makes me feel alive – I had better believe it!

I want good fortune on my side, so I have to start believing that prosperity and success are possible for me!

I am designing my own life. If I want a better life, I had better believe it!

I believe that this is my time.  If I want to change my life, I start with my mind!

Inspired by lyrics by Anji Kat on her new CD, “That’s Who I Am” produced by Daniel Nahmod for Humanity Music Company

Radical Grace
Leddy Hammock

Radical Praise
Leddy Hammock

Don't Be Afraid
Leddy Hammock

Big Amen in the Bible
Dieter Randolph

Big Deals in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Every life is a Big Deal because we are all part of something greater than any one of us could ever be.

Every transaction in life is a Big Deal when we are willing to give full value for whatever we would claim and when we know that our word is our bond.

The Big Deal is that no one can take our good from us and we can only receive and retain what is ours by right of consciousness.

The Big Deal in life is that we each draw our own to us and we are all joined together, in our hearts, in our minds, and in our souls. We are part of something greater than any one of us could ever be.

Big Medicine in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Big Talk in the Bible
Dieter Randolph

Let there be light!

By speaking the word of blessing, I shower my world with praise.

No more waiting:  I speak the word of life and healing begins.

No more sadness, struggle, or negativity:  I speak the word and captives are set free.

No more disappointments or obstacles: all nature hears the word of power that I speak and mountains move.

Big Peace in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Big Dreams in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Big Work in the Bible
Dieter Randolph

Big Ideas in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Big Finish in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Big Love in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

Divine Love shows through me when I do not hold back.

Divine Love sees through me when I love at first sight.

Divine Love works through me with strength and patience.

Divine Love fulfills me when I love others as I love myself.

Big Faith in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

 I am standing at the gate of unlimited possibility.

I have faith, so I think the thought and speak the word, and so it is.

I am now open and receptive to unlimited good.

This I know and I know that I know:  nothing is impossible.  It is never too late.  Nothing is incurable; all things can be healed.  Nothing is too wonderful to happen or too good to last.

Faith is the perceiving power of mind that takes hold of desire in the invisible and brings it into form.  Whatever I believe and conceive, I now receive.

Home

Big Promises in the Bible
Dieter Randolph

 (based on lyrics to “Blessed by the Rain” by Sue Riley, recorded on “I Choose a Path that’s Paved with Miracles” CD

Let it rain!

I am being led to a better place that I would never have found.

Although I travel a path I have not consciously chosen, I have faith that it leads to the future of my dreams.

I free my heart to be blessed by the rain. The clouds clear and I behold my wonderful life.

As I gather my blessings, I accept God’s promises for me – a life that is bursting with joy on a path that’s paved with miracles.

Adapted from The Thought Exchange, by David Friedman (pp. 358-62)

Life is like a play:  when I am in it, I can’t step out of it.

All the drama of my life is “part of the story,” and the difficult parts, even when I feel stuck or betrayed,  are there to lead up to the triumph.

Through all the drama, like Joseph, no matter what others do for me or to me, I remember that I am in this part to learn and grow.

I ask myself, “What play am I in?”  I decide that I am not appearing in a tragedy.  I am starring in the play where I succeed and where God shows up!

Whatever happens in my “play” turns out to be the perfect circumstance to bring forth the highest outcome for all concerned.   In Big Drama, even trouble is a gift!

Big Change in the Bible
Leddy Hammock

 Prayer does not change God.  Prayer changes me.

As I begin to change the way I think of myself, I begin to realize that my thoughts are creative.

As I grow in spiritual understanding, I outgrow bitterness and doubt and mature into nobility and confidence.

I change my focus from personalities and circumstances as I realize that I am a spiritual being, living in a spiritual universe, governed by spiritual law.

No longer a victim, an outcast, or a stranger, I live my dream with self-esteem. Now, I know that real change begins with a change of heart.

What's Yours To Do
Leddy Hammock

As I take every step with integrity, the universe opens up a way for me, where before there was no way.

When I make a 100 % commitment to hold fast to my divine purpose prayerfully, persistently, and patiently, the universe rushes in to support me.

God reminds me that I am a spiritual being, living in a spiritual universe, governed by spiritual law.

My life means what I say it means and all I have to do is speak the word in faith, trust God, and remember who I am.

Shallow Water
Leddy Hammock

What Your Father Wants for You
Dieter Randolph

More Than Enough
Judy Tafelski

Discovering Your Own Power & Authority
Terry McBride

Stand
Leddy Hammock

Sacred Space
Dieter Randolph

Terry McBride

With Child
Leddy Hammock

I am adored by the Most High, Who loves and comforts me.

Every child is a beloved child of God – a darling daughter, a precious son.

“I have never been alone.  In Your heart, I am always home.”  I am cherished, I am safe.

You are here with me, in every breath I take.

Remind me how adored I am.

Hands Up
Dieter Randolph

(inspired by lyrics to “Amen” by Sirgun Kaur):

Oh, Cosmic Creator of all that is, inspire us to be receptive, to create space in our lives where Your presence can express.

“Move in us with creativity so we may be the perfect vessel of Your mission.

Enlighten us that we may serve the highest good.”  May we always remember our purpose – to make way for the experience of Your  presence.

Illuminate the wisdom in every moment, from the beginning without end, forever and ever amen!

Hallelujah!  Amen!

UR Stuff
Leddy Hammock

Inspired by Chapter XII of Charles Fillmore’s Prosperity:

If I “cannot part with the goats” I “shall have to do with fewer sheep.”

If I insist on “filling the vessels with the bad fish,” I shall “have to do without the good,” for “thoughts are things and occupy space in mind.”

I “let go of old thoughts and conditions after they have served their purpose” and “lay hold of new ideas and create new conditions.”

I do not let worries over possessions steal my peace of mind. I do a thorough “mental housecleaning” every time I pray.

I “cannot lay hold of the new ideas and make the new conditions” until I “have made room for them by eliminating the old.”

Short, powerful statements of Truth like “Fear is out of here! God is my Source!” effectively clear away selfish, materialistic thoughts to make room for my good.

Jump In!
Leddy Hammock

I am a Child of God and I am naturally good.

I am on the way to an infinite unfoldment.

As a spiritual being, I am divinely endowed with faith, understanding, and strength, and as I use these faculties, love comes naturally.

I am a spiritual being, currently going through a human experience, and ready to accept the invitation to jump into the flow of good that comes naturally to me.

Greening
Leddy Hammock

I behold fresh possibilities sparkling around me and good outcomes in the greening of the earth.

I want for nothing, for I walk in green pastures beside the still waters.

God is my instant, constant, Source, nourishing and refreshing me like a hidden spring.

I behold the growth of spiritual unfoldment, first in mind and then in manifestation, like the greening of the earth

March Forth
Dieter Randolph

I am ready to “leave my nets,” and freely march forth!

Those who really love me always free me to follow the ideals that I feel called to follow.

I speak Truth with authority, giving “marching orders”   to limiting conditions; and my words get results!

Habits, obligations, fears, doubts, and material constraints all fall away; when the Christ in me says, “Follow Me,” I march forth!

Don’t be shy, just show up as you’re able.
It doesn’t matter how you say your grace.”

Keep the Table Set
David Roth

Just imagine what your life can be like when you keep this attitude of welcome and expectation!

“Keep the Table Set” by David Roth
“Friends are comin’ around!  Are we ready?  You bet!  Love having you over, we keep the table set!

Keep the table set!  You never know what’s next!
Maybe something great – finest China or paper plate, when you shine all your dishes with your dreams and your wishes, you never know what’s next, so, keep the table set!

Somebody bring hope . . . .  How ‘bout some peace, that would be really fine!
There’s never too many people at our table.
We can always set an extra place.
Don’t be shy, just show up as you’re able.
It doesn’t matter how you say your grace.”

Your Place
Dieter Randolph

Here I remember that the Presence of God watches over me,  everywhere and always.   Bless this place!  
    
Here, I remember the sacred Presence of God in my life.  Bless this place!

Here, I remember that the “I Am” within me has dominion over thoughts and things.  Bless this place!

Here, I remember that the Christ is in the midst of us.  Bless this place!

Power Move
Leddy Hammock

My real power is not in outer strength but in inner strength.

I of myself can do nothing.  But the power of God within me is mighty.

Not by force, but by faith, Spirit moves through me.

The greatest power speaks to me as a tiny whispering sound of the voice of Spirit and moves through me to change the world.

Resolve to Evolve
Leddy Hammock

I take one step at a time, resolved to grow in spiritual understanding.

I am resolved to build a more spiritual life and I shall not be moved.

I am resolved to stand strong through the changes of life, unshaken by doubt or fear.

I don’t have to be perfect yet, but I resolve to evolve.

Your Prosperity:
Shadow or Spring?
David Friedman

“The moment I let go and let God, my deepest dreams and desires manifest.”

“Everything is already here.”  “Everything is possible.”

“I Am already everything I want to be, right now.”

“It is never too late to be what I was meant to be.”

“I take a good look at that shadow that I've been afraid of, and in doing that, give myself free choice to have spring all the time.”

The World According to Jude
Daniel Nahmod

There’s no worry anymore.  You’ve made it home.

Being home is richer than brilliant gold and priceless pearls.  You’ve made it home.

There’s no pain in all my world.  You’ve made it home.

Only peace is left in store.  You’ve made it home.

Tell a Stronger Story
JD Martin & Jan Garrett

I’ll meet you in the morning, before the world begins.

Let’s recreate our world with a new story:  whatever we “name it,” that’s what it is!

Seeing the “big picture” of my life story, I find a larger meaning and also peace and rest for my soul.  I am richly blessed and I bless others as I learn to tell a stronger story.

I meet my true self along the journey of my life, for I am the hero of my life story, always arriving at a higher, better, and more peaceful place.

Be Serene in 2014
Leddy Hammock

“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference” – Reinhold Niebuhr

God, grant me the serenity to live one day at a time, accepting every opportunity as a pathway to peace.

Let’s be serene in 2014!

Sacred Santa
Leddy Hammock

Mindful of Santa Claus – a symbol of the sacredness of generosity and lovingkindness – I am aware of the presence of God.

As I think of Santa’s sack of goodies, I think of the timeless value of welcoming the stranger, sharing in forgiveness and peace, and opening the heart in joy and delight.

The “visit of St. Nicholas” and the “gifts of the Magi” happen for me every time inner wisdom honors the newborn Christ in my soul.

Just as children hang their stockings at Christmas, trusting they will be filled with good things, I give thanks in advance for the blessings God has for me this Christmas season.

Like lights on a string of Christmas lights, we are all connected to the same Power Source.

Although we are many shapes and colors, together we make such a beautiful light. Every single bulb on this human string of lights is essential to light up this Tree of Life.

Let the circuit be unbroken! Let every Christmas light shine bright!

Mary Said
Leddy Hammock

A Mary Prayer
(L. Hammock)

Lord, magnify Your presence in my life.

Magnify my understanding so that as I conceive Your divine idea, I receive it.

Magnify my realization that nothing is impossible for You.

Magnify Your pure love in my heart.

And so it is, and so I let it be.

Wisdom from the East
Leddy Hammock

As inner wisdom illumines the mind, true seekers cross beyond bondage and difficulty.

Seeking Truth above all else, awakening souls are not afraid to leave dream-thinking far behind.

They discover the Secret Place of the Most High as the Light eternally shining within every soul.

Let us seek true wisdom, fulfillment, and freedom as we journey with an understanding heart.

From the ancient “Heart Sutra” taught by the Buddha:
"GATE, GATE, PARA GATE, PARA SEM GATE, BODHI-SVAHA!”

One English translation: "Going, going, going on beyond, always going on beyond,always becoming Buddha."

Food for the Journey
Dieter Randolph

In the Bible, we read that Jacob prospered, for he had vowed to share of all that he received, acknowledging God as his Source.

Throughout the Torah, the lesson is given that God is our inexhaustible Source of all good.

Jesus, the Master Teacher, said that we are not to worry about what we will eat, but seek first God’s kingdom and everything else we require would be provided.  He said that the measure we measure with would be measured back to us: “pressed down, shaken together, and running over!”

Can't Hurry the Harvest
Leddy Hammock

I do what’s mine to do and let it be, for with every thought and deed, I am planting seeds.

When I do my work and simply trust, whatever is not of Spirit will pass away and that which is of Spirit will come forth in right timing.

The fullness of time comes the moment I know that thoughts are things and that as I sow, I reap.

Whatever is good will grow, according to my active faith; there’s no need to hurry the harvest.

Storm Proof
Leddy Hammock

The more it rains and the deeper the flood waters, the higher I rise.

When the storm rages, I fly away on wings of faith.

Let the storms come, for my house is built on the rock of faith.  Let it rain, for God is my refuge and shelter, and I am storm-proof.

They Promised!
Shawn Moninger

God promises are big promises, but nothing is too hard for God.

I believe that whatever I have the consciousness to conceive, I now receive, without exception.

I believe God’s promise of protection and fulfillment for I have a fire-tried faith.

Okay, God.  I believe Your promises for me as I speak this affirmation in faith.  So, I’m waiting for my happiness!

Creating a Monster
Leddy Hammock

We are made in the image and likeness of God, so our thought creations are whatever we name them to be.

What we think about, we bring about. Whatever we fear, we name a “monster,” but Love redeems, protects, empowers, and transforms.

Praise God, the Creative Life in and through the universe, little “monsters “ – for our every notion puts energy in motion!

You're On!
Leddy Hammock

Life has prepared me well for the challenges I am meeting right now.

I break free of heartaches and self-doubt. I rise to the occasion of this moment.

I am no longer held back by blame or broken down plans.

I hear and answer my calling. My time is now. If not me, who? If not now, when?

Whats the Problem?
Dieter Randolph

Life is a school: every “problem” is a lesson opportunity and the tuition is well-spent.

I get it!  I remember that God is my Source and  I am teachable.

Every “problem” is the result of forgetfulness of my spiritual nature.  I am ready to go “home.”  The Father’s House – Divine Mind – is all Good, all Love, all the time.

God doesn’t change: I do.  Problem solved!

Expecting?
Leddy Hammock

Negative expectations come to nothing, while positive and loving thoughts are manifesting now.

Every good thought, like an angel presence, goes before me to make my way easy, safe, prosperous, and happy.

I deny the stumbling blocks of doubt, fear, and worry, and instead I build up a strong and positive consciousness that paves the way to good outcomes.

I reflect on the good I expect, and as I conceive it, I receive it – or something even better!