This morning, I found myself writing in my journal, asking God, “Can you please do something about my iPad?” It struck me as funny—here I was, expecting divine intervention for a tech issue. I couldn’t help but giggle. But then a thought crossed my mind: Am I doubting the power of prayer and manifestation?
Minimizing EMF for Better Sleep
Let me backtrack and fill you in. Recently, I made a decision to minimize electromagnetic frequencies in my bedroom and have been leaving my cell phone at bedtime in my home office. I applaud myself for that choice. If I want more focus, energy, and vibrancy, I need to reduce the effects of electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) from TVs, cell phones, laptops, and other electronics. These can disrupt sleep patterns and alter brainwave activity, leading to poorer sleep quality and increased stress. So, the only items on my bedside table are books to help lull me to sleep, my daily journal for conversations with God, and a coloring book to spark my creativity in the morning. I might even go as far as turning off the Wi-Fi every night with the help of a timer and resetting it at 8 a.m.
The Clock Dilemma
Then I thought, should I buy a clock? I’ve been relying on my cell phone for appointments and alarms, but that’s also how I end up mindlessly scrolling through Facebook, getting lost in reels of cute pets and episodes of The Big Bang Theory. Then it hit me—my iPad, while ancient, only has Kindle installed, but it won’t connect to my Wi-Fi anymore since I switched carriers. For over a year, I’ve struggled to make it work. I took it to Nebraska recently, where it connected to my friend’s Wi-Fi, but it refuses to do the same at home. While I don’t need Wi-Fi for Kindle once the e-books are downloaded, I still worry about not having an alarm clock. My mind spiraled into irrationality, and I thought, “Shhhhh, you’re overreacting.” But what if the time changes, and without Wi-Fi, it won’t update? That thought lingered. That’s when I got God involved, and I couldn’t help but laugh at myself, as if hearing the response: What do you expect? Jesus to walk on water for your minor problem? You should have heard the sarcasm in my own head.
For my sanity, and to slow down my mind’s panic about waking up on time for a meeting or client call, I’m writing this blog—not to silence the chuckle, but to lean in. There’s truth to the chuckle: the shadow of doubt. How do our prayers get answered? Why do we sometimes doubt that they will? Am I really expecting my iPad to change its settings on its own? How does God’s hand show up in this?
The Power of Active Faith
This is where the importance of active faith comes into play. Blind faith can lead to confusion and doubt, making us question if God will really help us, while active faith encourages us to engage with our lives. It’s about recognizing that God’s help is always present—whether you refer to it as the universe, Higher Power, Divine Intelligence, Supreme Being, or Divine Source (I personally choose to call it God). Active faith is about believing in that support while also utilizing that support. You know, you can lead the horse to water, but you can’t make it drink. You’ve got to take action yourself to open your mouth and drink from the well of possibilities that is available to you.
Embracing Divine Timing
Another crucial aspect is divine timing. Often, we stress about the “how,” but the truth is that the next steps reveal themselves when we take action. Trusting in this divine timing allows life’s opportunities to unfold naturally. Sometimes we become too impetuous and act prematurely, while other times we hesitate and lose momentum. It’s essential to listen to your soul; it knows when the time is right—and not a minute too soon.
Prayer alone is not enough
At the risk of sounding redundant, I can’t emphasize this enough. Prayer alone is not enough. We need to take action and not just wait to be saved; we must become the conduit through which miracles and creation happen. And as I say this, the giggling in my head—it stopped. The joke is on me if I’m not receptive, open, and willing to create the change I need at this moment.
Magical Thinking: A Double-Edged Sword
However, we must be cautious of magical thinking. On one hand, believing that our desires can manifest effortlessly can bring hope and inspire us to dream big. It fosters a sense of optimism and encourages us to envision a life filled with possibilities.
On the flip side, magical thinking can lead to disappointment and frustration. If we expect things to change without taking action, we risk feeling powerless when nothing happens. It can create a disconnect between our desires and the hard work needed to achieve them.
Ultimately, the key is to balance our faith with action, recognizing that while divine assistance is always available, we must also actively participate in the creation process.
Conclusion
So, even as I chuckle at my initial hope for an iPad miracle, I’m also deeply serious about the power of prayer. It’s all I have right now as I watch the storms, Helene and Milton, wreak havoc and displace countless lives. This devastation underscores how quickly life can change and highlights the importance of living life to the fullest and embracing our soul power during turbulent times. Many are affected, and all I can offer is a prayer that we rise in our soul power to confront the challenges ahead, including the pressing issues of climate manipulation and technologies like HAARP that demand our immediate attention and action.
In moments of challenge, it’s crucial to remember that we are not powerless. We possess the ability to rise above our circumstances, transform our reality, and manifest our desires. So, don’t give up. Trust. Pray. Rise in Soul Power. We must become active participants in our lives, channeling our soul power to create the change we need most. Let’s lean in, take action—no matter how small—and trust that God is guiding us, step by step.
My fervent prayer is for God to grant us the courage to rise above the crimes against humanity. I pray for more people to step into their soul-powered leadership. I hope you join me in that prayer.