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The Blessing of Vigilance

The habit of looking to the past as a guide for what to do and how to prepare for the future is very strong. It is the mechanism that keeps me tied to the ego thought system.

It takes consistent vigilance to become aware of this thinking and turn it over to the Holy Spirit with a willingness to let Him be my Guide in each moment. The habit is so strong that it is easy to go for extended periods following the old pattern without recognizing what I am doing.

Yet vigilance does work. Those periods of being caught up in the old way of thinking are interrupted more frequently now, thanks to the practice of vigilance. As a result I am more peaceful, less judgmental, and consequently happier.

Today I dedicate to continued vigilance to interrupt the old pattern, step back, move into a state of peace and open my mind to Holy Spirit’s inspiration.

My vigilance for today is to practice stepping back with a willingness to be led. As I am willing to let go of control and stick to my role of following by handing over the reins to the Holy Spirit, I can relax. I need not make any decisions on my own today. And for this I give thanks.

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