Is Mercy only for wrong-doers?

I was talking to a friend who came to meet our guide, Sidi, and learn about Sufism for the first time. One of the teachings had been about Mercy. Sidi spoke on how Mercy preceeds us on this earth journey, and God is All-Merciful, Ever-Compassionate. My friend was...

Getting Free Through Forgiveness

Sometimes people have a negative reaction to “repentance” or “asking for forgiveness.” For some people, the idea of repentance can feel heavy and loaded with a lot of shame and guilt. The problem is, few people really understand what it REALLY...

Divine Mercy

When many people think of the word “mercy” they see kind acts and forgiveness. These are examples of mercy and Divine mercy is much more than these beautiful, loving acts. Divine mercy is the foundational force that pervades the universe and manifests in...

How to Make a Fresh Start in 2012

Yes, it’s that time of the year again- great time for reflecting, goal-setting, starting fresh and re-aligning. How do we wash the slate clean from goals unmet and disappointments so that we can focus all our heart upon the Highest purpose for our life? Many...

How Love and Mercy are Keys to Your Healing

There are several keys to lasting healing and transformation. Here are three important factors in healing. 1. Our relationship to God or our relationship to the Lord of love and mercy. 2. Receiving divine love and mercy into our heart. 3. Discovering our God-given...