"Delay is not Defeat" - Rev. Henry Bates [11-7-2008]

The Spirit of God fills my mind, my heart, and my soul, as I realize within myself that delay is not defeat. "Waiting on the Lord" is simply the process of my consciousness embodying the mental equivalent of that which I desire to experience.


As I experience the good that I seek, in mind, I move ever closer to manifesting that which I choose to experience in the physical. There is no defeat in God, and there is no defeat in me. The good that I seek is mine, and I rest assured that my personal relationship with the Infinite is my God-guarantee that it is mine to accept, to receive, and to enjoy, now.

My heart is filled with gratitude and great love for that which is within me that knows, and knows that it knows, that all is well, everything is working for my good, and I am blessed ... today and always.

And so it is.

"Let the Spirit move freely in Me" ... Rev-Henry Bates

Today and always, I recognize that I am in the Spirit and the Spirit is in me. There can be no separation from this One Life as I live, move, and have my being in It. As I identify with this truth I realize that the Spirit is seeking to express Itself through me, as me and for me, and I let It move freely through my heart, my mind and my soul. I know that in the Spirit my every need is met and "I shall not want" for any good thing. I know and I accept that in this moment, the images of good in my mind are a reflection of the desires of the Spirit for me to be experienced by me, through me. There is not a moment in my existence that the Spirit is not with me, sustaining me and maintaining my consciousness with Love, Happiness, Joy, Peace, Wisdom and Harmony ... these are the gifts of the Spirit and they are always available to me. No condition, no circumstance, no problem or failure can eliminate the Spirit from being ever-Present in my life. It is a joy to realize this, to recognize it as the truth for me and for every one. Spirit moves freely in me and there are no conditions, no limits, to Its ability to perfect that which concerns me, now and always ... for I am in the Spirit and the Spirit is in me.

And so it is. Amen.

"I Am That Too" ... Rev. Henry Bates

No matter where we go, there we are. And in the absolute we know that we are Spirit, Life and Truth. The Spirit lives in us and we live in the Spirit and we know this at the center of our Being as the truth. This spark of the Divine within us is the peace, the love, the joy, the wisdom, the beauty, that will always be within us no matter what we may face in this life or in the afterlife. These things of the Spirit are eternal and we shall possess them for eternity. Yet, only our recognition of this truth will reveal these things to us, in our self, and in others. And so we begin to recognize that the Spirit lives in us, enjoys life through us, protects us, guides us, and directs us to even greater and greater heights of joy and peace and love and beauty and wisdom. We can read in the ancient scriptures that "G-d so loved the world that this spirit of Love became part of all living things" ... we are a part of G-d, not all of G-d, but a precious part of this Divine Love. Let's believe this as the truth for us, for those we love, and for everyone. And in so doing, we shall experience more of this Divine Love in all things that concern us. Love will perfect that which concerns us ... as we recognize the power of Love. Whenever we think we need more beauty, we can know that we are a part of Beauty. Whenever we think we need more joy, we can know that we are a part of Joy. Whenever we think we need more love, we can know I am that too.

And so it is. Amen.

God Restores Me to Perfect Health by Dr. Ernest Holmes

            The Spirit within me is God, that Spirit is perfect.  That Spirit is divine, whole, happy, complete.  Spirit of Infinite Peace is with me, that Peace - poised in perfect life, complete in perfect happiness - that Spirit within me is God and is Whole.  That Wholeness is perfect now.
            God is immediate Presence and an immediate Experience in my mind and soul, and I am conscious of this Perfect Presence, this Divine Wisdom, this Eternal Wholeness.  Now I recognize that the Principle of Life is in me and around me and operates through me; that It has no want, has no fear, has no doubt, has no limitation.  There is that within me which guides me into opulence, into success, into harmony and love and beauty and friendship, and It does this in peace, in joy, in certainty.  I let that Divine within me - using whatever method It may - restore me to perfect health, perfect happiness and harmony and bring into my experience everything that is good, that is perfect, that is true and successful.
            I am not only one with this Spirit, but this Spirit is all that I am.  It is my whole being, and this Divine Wisdom is in my thought, causing me to act and move intelligently, to make right choices and to follow right pursuits.  There are no problems in this Divine Wisdom.  Therefore, the road is made straight before me; every obstacle is removed and I am led - irresistably led - to the Absolute, certain goal of Good, of accomplishment, of success.
                God Restores Me to Perfect Health .... and so it is, amen.

"The Presence and the Power of Love" - Dr. Frank E. Richelieu

I no longer seek after love. I no longer try to love. I know that Universal Love is within me is the core of my being. I do not create it, manufacture it, force it or find it. The only thing I can do is to realize that love is what I am and what divine Mind is, what others are and what the world is. I let myself be love in expansion today, for this is the natural expression of my being.

I turn away from the past. Whatever has been ugly in my life, I turn away from it. I leave the mud-consciousness of criticism, negation, self-condemnation and hostility. I fasten myself to the rock of principle within me. I see the beauty and worth of my true being. This enables me to love myself and to love others.
And so it is!


Keep the faith!
Rev-Henry Bates

Moving into New-ness

I believe in my prayer and the answer to it, for I believe that the Spirit is aware of me and responds to me. I accept and believe that All Is G-d and All Is Good, and therefore only Good comes to me and only Good goes forth from me. I live and move and have my being in Spirit and the Spirit fills me up with life, love and truth. I identify with the Spirit as It presses against me, surrounds me, and flows through me.

There is a newness in the expansion of the Good that I have been blessed with that is exciting for me. I know that this expansion of my good is unfolding in the right and perfect way and in the right and perfect time in Divine Law and Order. I realize and accept that I have been prepared for this Good. It is the logical out-picturing of my faith, my hope and my purpose. I know that the world is a better place because this Good is being made manifest. I know that the world is prospered because of this Good. And, I know that this world is presented with another demonstration of G-d's infinite love and giving-ness as this Good unfolds from the Un-Seen into the physical.

I am grateful for the Good that I have, the Good that is unfolding and most of all, for the Good that Is G-d. In gratitude and thanksgiving I declare these words as the truth for me now.

And so it is.
Amen.


Keep the faith!
Rev-Henry Bates

Enlarge Your Vision - Dr. Frank E. Richelieu

From Dr. Frank Richelieu's amazingly wonderful book, "The Art of Being Yourself":

Today, I expand my idea of myself. Today I expand my concept of myself. Today I expand my belief in myself. What I believed yesterday belongs to yesterday. What is important is what I believe today.

I expect to be joyously and spiritually fed. Consciously and subconsciously I accept the fulfillment of my vision. I feel it is the truth of my being now. I feel renewed. I let it go. I now release it completely to Universal Law.

I am part of this great Power within me. Through me, it creates after the pattern I give it. I decree the desires of my heart, knowing they will be fulfilled.

I am a creative individual. I stimulate my consciousness with possibilities of the new and the unusual. Nothing is ordinary. I see possibilities I have never seen before. As these possibilities grow and bear fruit, they benefit others as well as myself. Whatever I do is for the good of all concerned.

Right within me is this unfathomable well of consciousness which contains all wisdom. I draw from it daily. It gives me the ability to succeed. It gives me the know-how to achieve. It gives me mastery over my life. It stimulates me to new growth and activity.

I let Spirit be my stimulus to new and fruitful activity. I realize I have only just begun. Come on, Life, I am with you!

And so it is.

Keep the faith!
Rev. Henry Bates

I Have The Courage To Be Myself - by Dr. Carleton Whitehead

The Spirit of God is the one creative action, bringing into being unique expressions of Itself.

I am formed in Spirit, by Spirit, of Spirit. I am imbued with the divine qualities of life, love, wisdom and power. I am endowed with the capacity for unlimited expression of my true nature. In this expression I am in tune and in accord with the upward thrust of creative action.

I am neither an accident nor a mistake. I am not patterned by either heredity or environment. Human ideas and race thoughts do not squeeze me into a mold. I am not limited by world opinions, and I am not bound by any former false beliefs.

I give full freedom to the true idea of me to be, in and through me, the person God intended. I rejoice in the uniqueness implanted in me. God's idea of me guides all my activities.

I give freely that which I alone have to give. Life, love, wisdom and power uphold me as I have the courage to be myself.

And so it is.
Amen.

Keep the faith!
Rev-Henry Bates

"I Am Free" by Dr. Carleton Whitehead

The Infinite Spirit created me out of Itself and left me free to discover Itself in me as what I truly am. There is nothing in the universe to bind me. I am free to create in my life what I choose to create. I am free to draw upon the limitless storehouse of good. I am free to love. I am free to tap the wisdom and intelligence of Mind. I am free to change my beliefs to accord with this wisdom and intelligence. I am bound in only one way - to experience the out-picturing of my beliefs by the Law of Mind, which is itself the Law of Liberty.

Knowing this, I release from every level of my consciousness any and all beliefs unlike what I truly am. Feelings of inadequacy, fear and anxiety are gone. They were merely reactions to the old belief that I was separated from my good. I release all guilt over past mistakes - results from misconceptions of myself and life. I accept others in the same light as I accept myself. Good Will radiates to all unconditionally. I thus free all relationships to unfold naturally and harmoniously. I rejoice in my freedom to live and let live.And so it is.
Amen.

Keep the faith!
Rev-Henry Bates

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"That Life Is In Me Now" - Ernest Holmes

The following is an example of a treatment which creates a demonstration:
Realize you have nothing to make, you have nothing to make it out of. Let us realize there is but one Infinite Life from which all things come. Look beyond all manifestation and see the One Power, Essence of All That Is, beside which there is nothing else. That life is in me now; That Life is in me now.
Now, my word is to go forth; everybody must think it through for themselves as I am thinking it through for myself. Your word is just as much as mine; my word goes forth into this power and it shall be done unto me absolutely as I believe.
I believe that the Spirit or Intelligence hears this word and receives it and acts upon it.
There is nothing in me, no doubt or fear, that can hinder it. That thing which calls itself doubt or limitation and fear is not any part of me. It is not me. This word which I speak destroys every false concept, every man-made law, every race suggestion of limitation, and knows itself to be power, and perfect, and eternal, and complete, and omnipotent. It is the law which cannot be broken.
That word which is within me and around me, the divine activity of the Spirit which is eternal, drawing to me, presenting me with every good and perfect thing, surrounding me with its own limitless activity and power, operating within me as the power and center of infinite attraction. The great impulse of this Spirit is love and expression, to express life. Therefore, this word goes forth with an irresistible power; nothing can stand against it. It returns unto me fulfilled in my life as activity, as supply, and if I desire some special activity I will say that this word, this great Mind which knows every living soul, knows that particular person that has need of that; I have and will draw them to me, and I need never know until they come.
Mind knows all, is in all, flows through all, and within and without all and encompasses all. And so that person who comes shall be benefited even as I shall be benefited.
Now I consciously unify myself with all of the activities of power and of right on earth. I am one with all the wealth of the earth and the air and the sea and the land, and everything that is in the universe is mine to use.
And behind it all, and in and through and in and around it all, permeating myself and the thought and the law, is the living spirit and presence of that Being whom we call God Almighty, the One and Only Presence, Divine and Eternal Power, the Infinite Companion.
Thou God Eternal, Thou has heard my prayer and I am blessed.
This word, then, which I speak is absolute, complete, changeless, eternal truth, forever.
Just realize it. Let it go and realize that it is taken up by the power which knows. That is all there is to making a demonstration. You must believe it as the great reality of your life.

And so it is.
Amen.

Keep the faith!
Rev-Bates

Making the Best, Better by Rev. Henry Bates

I know that the Spirit makes the best, better. As I recognize G-d, Infinite Spirit, I know that my mind is recognizing something so infinite that my mind cannot fathom It fully, yet, the Spirit is more personal to me than even the sound of my voice. It is beyond me, within me, pressing against me, closer to me than breathing. G-d is Power, Intelligence and Present at every point throughout this vast Universe. It is right where I am, and where I am going. Always available, always responsive, and absolutely loves me. I know that I am a part of this infinite Presence, this Intelligence, and this Power. I am Its creation and Its incarnation, for It has imparted a measure of Itself within me. I know that all the peace, all the joy, all the happiness, all the beauty, all the health and harmony that is within me, is G-d. Being part of Its infinity, I too, am spirit, life and intelligence.

Knowing that I am here to express more of the Spirit, more of the Good, that is G-d, I am consciously aware that my desires are G-d's desire to express Itself through me. In this awareness, I open my mind to an expansion of the good that I possess and let my mind be filled with more and more good; success, healthy relationships, physical and mental health, emotional stability, and a great passion for life. I accept more good, more abundance, more joy, more love, more money and more of every good thing that appeals to me as Spirit flows through me to make the best, better. I know that I can claim the abundance that is mine, and I claim it now.

I declare that my word is G-d's Word for me ... and I speak my word with clarity as I definitely choose to accept and experience the abundant life now. I am affluent in the Spirit, generously provided for, cared for, and secure in knowing that G-d is my Source, my life, and my joy.

As I release these words, gratitude fills my heart, my mind and my soul for I know that all that comes to me is good and very good ... for all is G-d, making the best, better.
And so it is.
Amen.

Keep the faith!
Rev Bates

Divine Activity - Dr. Robert H. Bitzer

I am part of the movement of the Divine. I do not waste my energy in needless or useless activity. All activity in my life is directed toward my goal; therefore, it has meaning. Everything I do is related to the achievement of my desire. In this way my energy is utilized in its fullest power. I do not spend unnecessary time contemplating details. I know the direction of Divine Activity takes care of all details.

At all times I am at my best and give my utmost to every endeavor. My work is completed on time. I give the right attention each experience merits. I am up to date in my thinking and up to date in every phase of my living. All activity in my life is divinely coordinated, directed, and fulfilled.

This consciousness of right activity dissolves any belief in inaction. My life cannot stand still, for its expression is the constant unfoldment of Divine Activity fulfilling Its goal. Every thought and every feeling bears witness to this progress.
And so it is.

Keep the faith!
Rev Bates

"Love Is expanding my Good" - Rev. Bates

I rejoice and give thanks for the best of times and the best of everything, for I have established the Love of G-d in my consciousness. I know that this All-Present Spirit is right here, right where I am, giving me Its Power and Intelligence to guide me as I move forward, onward and upward towards a greater success and abundant living.

I know this "I Am" ... this G-d within me, Love Personified ... is expanding my awareness and spiritual perceptions tremendously.I have faith in what I am doing for I know that the Divine is guiding and directing me in definite ways towards that which is for my highest and greatest good and the good for all. I am blessed as I heighten my awareness of the Presence of G-d in all things that concern me. And, I know that my good expands because it is the Nature of the Infinite to expand the good as I see it expanded and multiplied.I affirm that only good comes to me and only good goes forth from me and I affirm this for each and every person who feels this same sense of the Presence within them, pressing against them, and surrounding them. I give thanks for this, now.

I have great faith in G-d, in myself, and in the Principle that I can absolutely depend on, always. I am blessed for knowing this and I receive all things that bless me in the right and perfect time, as Love expands my Good, always and in all ways.
And so it is.
Amen.

Keep the faith!
Rev. Bates

Loving G-d, Loving Life, Prospering Abundantly by Rev-Henry Bates

"He who offers God a second place offers him no place." - RuskinG-d is Present.

G-d knows. G-d knows for me. I know that G-d is here, nearer than hands and feet. There is only G-d, for G-d is Spirit, Life and Truth. The Law of G-d is Absolute. It can be no other way for G-d is no respecter of persons and personal to All. G-d is the Source of Life, my life and All life. There is nothing else, no other Life, and so life must be a part of this One Life and so we are. Spirit, Mind, is everywhere. G-d's Peace is everywhere. Jesus knew this ... Buddha knew this ... and I know it.I am, because G-d Is. This is the Truth.

I am resigned to G-d's Love in all things. I am part of G-d's Love, G-d's Peace, G-d's Joy, strength and power. I am in the Presence and of the Presence and the Presence is Present with me, now. The Light of Truth shines through my consciousness.My life is guided and directed by the Law of G-d, for I know, and I know that I know, that G-d's Law is heavenly and happy. As I dwell on these things, my mind is open to the gifts of G-d however they may appear. I do not judge.

I let all my needs be met, effortlessly, joyfully. G-d's Intelligence reigns supreme within my mind as I recognize that this is so. G-d is the master within me, Emanuel. I have an unashamed devout love for G-d and for life, for living and for giving ... and so I always have something to live for and something to give. I am not impressed with the labels that the world ascribes to me for G-d has already imparted to me Its image and likeness. In this Spirit of knowing who I am and what I am about, success and prosperity come easily to me. I am always assured that G-d guides me through the desires of my heart and that I am aligned always, with the abundant good, enough to share and to spare. I do all things easily, without struggle, without worry, and without doubt, for I know that G-d is moving me toward that which prospers me abundantly.My gratitude reveals the "kingdom of heaven within me." I appreciate my G-d and I know that "of my own self, I can do nothing" and so I give all credit to G-d, to the Spirit that invites me to be grateful, to be loved, and to love G-d with all my heart and soul. It is in loving the Source of Life, that gives my life meaning and gratitude aligns me steadfast with this love as I release these words into the Love and Law of G-d, letting them be made manifest here and now.
And so it is.
Amen.

Keep the faith!
Rev Bates

God Expresses As Me by Dr. Carleton Whitehead

God is the Spirit, Mind, and Essence of the Life universally present. Therefore, right where I am, God is. My spirit is the Spirit of God. My mind is the Mind of God. My being is the very Essence of the One, uniquely individualized as me.

The light of this fundamental truth radiates into every area of my thought and feeling. All dark and hidden fears are dissipated, leaving me free to move in all relationships with faith and trust. Dissolved are all shadowy doubts of my capacity to meet the challenges of growth. I face each one with the certain awareness that the Spirit which I am knows only victory.

My body, formed of the One Life Essence, is charged with universal energy. Designed in wholeness and health, it is the truly wonderful instrument of the Spirit and Mind of God which I am.

From my mind flows a continuous stream of ideas that pours life, love, and inspiration into every situation I encounter. Action is revitalized, harmonized, and lifted into a new dimension of creativity. I glory in the expression of God as me.
And so it is.

Keep the faith!
Rev Bates

" I Am Self-Knowing, Self-Projecting, Self-Fulfilling" - Dr. Robert H. Bitzer

My consciousness is all-knowing and fully informed regarding all that I want to be and do. It weighs the pros and cons involved in every decision and develops an infallible balance in every conclusion. Its clear decisions are backed with tremendous power for fulfillment. Consequently, I do not waiver nor falter.

Every step I take is in divine order, and all things everywhere work toward the accomplishment of my desire. I am fearless and resolute because my self-knowingness reinforces my decision and keeps it fresh.

This firm conviction causes me to act with confidence and power. This authority of my inner being makes itself apparent in all relationships. My authority over myself is complete. It concerns no one else. Wherever I am, I am in complete command. I place myself where I am, and I can remove myself.

I am the complete law of operation. I am serious in my decisions and undertakings and keep out conceit and false pride. I am free from tensions and strain, for I let the law do its perfect work without interference. I am conscious of the divine fulfillment.
And so it is.

Keep the faith!
Rev Bates

Right Activity is Continuous - Dr. Robert H. Bitzer

The energy of the One Mind never slows down. Nothing in life ever stands still; every manifestation is intense activity. Divine Wisdom operating in me gives this activity constant direction. Divine Wisdom is never wasteful in Its activity, but always directive and fulfilling.

Infinite Intelligence knows no lull in my finances or anything else that concerns me. My business is Its activity consciously directed for the fulfillment of specific patterns. Activity is always guided by Intelligence. It knows where I am going and makes me fully conscious of all potential in the situation when I arrive. Intelligence cannot be encumbered or bogged down. No matter what responsibilities are involved, Its active, energizing power cannot be slowed down. The greater the demand placed upon It, the more vital Its forward thrust.

Wherever I go, this activity makes alive and vital all relationships. Everyone I deal with is successful. Every place I go is prospering, for this activity always sustains perfect being.
And so it is.

Keep the faith!
Rev-Henry Bates

Unlimited Love, Unlimited Life - Rev Bates

I rejoice and give thanks for knowing that everything that I experience is G-d revealing Itself to me. In Its infinite Love for that It has created, this Loving Infinite Presence is present at all times and in all things. I never waver in my recognition that G-d is Love and Love is G-d ... everything that I see is evidence that this is the truth. I give my self to this Loving-Presence as I bring G-d into my conscious mind; to contemplate, to appreciate, and to listen to that still small voice guide and direct me lovingly and intelligently.

I seek the Presence of G-d in all things that concern me for I know that as I recognize Love ... Love responds to me. Love is always giving. Love is patient and kind. Love does not insist on having Its own way but lets me choose the way in which I will experience It. Love rejoices in the truth, and so I speak my truth knowing that my words shall become the thing that I declare them to be. Love lets me name It ... and claim It, for my very own unique experience of Its loving expression. Love has no end, no finality ... but always an on-going experience in my life now and always. I am never stalled, delayed or denied, in my expression of love for it flourishes in me, through me and as me. It is the very life of all that I do, think and feel. It is the joy of living made manifest. It is unlimited in Its expression and It flows through me as unlimited Love and unlimited Life, now and throughout eternity.

And so it is.

Amen.

Keep the faith!

Rev Bates

"I Am Established In Truth" - Dr. Robert H. Bitzer

Spiritual Treatment: I do not belittle anything that I do. There is no great and no small; only ideas demanding fulfillment. Each experience is important. Each idea contains a life experience. I am an integral part of the Divine Pattern.

God works by means of me. I am essential to the divine unfoldment. Consequently I accept myself as a necessary adjunct of God. Without me God would be handicapped. That is why God created me. Of course, God could have created whole regiments to do what needed to be done, but God created me.

With deep gratitude I accept the choice which Spirit made. My divine self-recognition honors and glorifies Spirit. I am about my heavenly Father's business. I joyously fulfill the divine requirements. I glory in my cosmic role. In accepting myself I provide the outlet of the Cosmic Mind to be. The power of my self-acceptance glorifies the power of the Infinite Mind. I am all that It is. My complete demonstration is inevitable.

And so it is.
Amen.

Love & Security - Dr. Ernest Holmes

Today I bestow the essence of love upon everything. Everyone I meet shall be lovely to me. My soul meets the soul of the Universe in everyone. This love is a healing power touching everything into wholeness.
The Law of Good is flowing through me. I am one with the rhythm of Life. There is nothing to be afraid of. There is nothing to be uncertain about. God is over all, in all, and through all. God is right where I am. I am at peace with the world in which I live. I am at home with the Divine Spirit in which I am immersed.
And so it is.
Amen.