The divinity of man
In KEEP A TRUE LENT, Charles Fillmore, co-founder of Unity, writes:
Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. Its inner meaning and spiritual significance is the awakening and raising to spiritual consciousness of the I AM in man, which has been dead in trespass and sins and buried in the tomb of materiality…. Every time we rise to the realization of eternal, indwelling life, making union with the Father-Mind, the resurrection of Jesus takes place within us.”
Wow!! What an incredible statement this is!!!!!!! And just a few years later, Eric Butterworth said the same thing in DISCOVER THE POWER WITHIN YOU…..
Jesus came to teach the divinity of man!
A resurrection takes place in YOU!
And Jesus showed us the way. He did it himself!!!! Any time you cross out (“crucify”) error thinking, a “resurrection” takes place in you. It can happen every year, every month, every week, every day. It just requires your AWARENESS and focus on the divine spirit within.
Comments from Rev. Joy Wyler
“The central feature of the Easter story is the resurrection of Jesus. As a Bible story, this was a onetime event. But in Keep a True Lent (Unity Books, , 1953), Unity cofounder Charles Fillmore says, “Every time we rise to the realization of the eternal, indwelling life, making union with the God-Mind, the resurrection of Jesus takes place within us. All thoughts of limitation and inevitable obedience to material law are left in the tomb of materiality.
“Every time doesn’t sound like a onetime event. Nature celebrates a season of resurrection and new life whenever the temperatures rise or the rains fall. The butterfly leaves its earthbound self in the cocoon and takes wing as a new being. The phoenix rises anew from the ashes of the fire, consuming its old self. The barren earth blooms. Life itself, in nature and in story, is a cycle of renewing transformation.
Just as the resurrection story told at Easter is not limited to a single Sunday, Lent need not be limited to 40 days preceding that Sunday. We can engage a season of Lenten release and affirmation whenever we choose.
Letting go of thoughts of limitation may be a slow process or it may be a sudden, intense experience that feels like fire or crucifixion. In either process, we can examine our belief system about resurrection.
Do I truly believe there is an indwelling, eternal life infusing my being?
Do I believe in the union with God-Mind and allowing the boundary between my limited self and my unlimited Self to dissolve into oneness?
Am I open to the limitless possibilities available when I begin to live into the realizations received in moments of union with God-Mind?
Have I let go of all that gets in the way of my YES?
Our lives are made new to the extent we have cast off limits created in our minds and have claimed the transformational power of Spirit within us.
Inspired by the beauty of spring flowers and butterfly wings, one of my favorite Easter traditions is a new outfit. There is something symbolic about taking on a new outer appearance in celebration of a new spirit stirring within.
This Easter, I leave behind limited thoughts and beliefs and I am made new through my awakening union with God-Mind. The great I AM of my being rises anew from the ashes and tomb of all I leave behind.”
—Rev Joy Wyler
Comments from Rev. Sandra Campbell
“Like all Bible stories, the resurrection is a metaphor for transformation. The central character is an enlightened rabbi who showed the way to abundant living. During this Lenten season, our days have been lengthened and our lives transformed by the renewing of our minds. We have the power every day to transform our life experiences, to rise above our pasts, and to turn problems into opportunities. Happy Resurrection Day!”
Your affirmation for the rest of your life!
So as you go forth today, celebrating Jesus and his incredible triumph, start taking the steps to create a resurrection in YOU by using this affirmation:
I am risen! Doubt and fear have been crucified. And I am risen! I am divine. I am powerful. I am connected to the infinite divine power, the very loving presence of god. I have rejected doubt. I step forward in a shining burst of light. I am the radiant being that will bring my special gift to the world. And no matter what form that gift actually takes, it will always be an expression of love.
I am the one to bring a smile to a stranger.
I am the one to offer a gentle touch to the one in despair.
I am the one to speak for those too depressed and beaten down to stand.
I am the light and love of god in this world and I am FREE to be me.
Peace, Bill
