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""Be
ye transformed by the renewing of your mind."
~ Romans 12:2
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The
Seven Step Affirmative Prayer is a practical and easy-to-use
method of applying the treatment of a positive mind-set
to all things.
You are invited to experience the power of
this method of prayer. To begin the practice of affirmative
prayer, simply follow the simple method and process outlined
here.
Overview
The Seven Step Affirmative Prayer represents all that is
sacred in God’s creation. Within it lies a perfect
balance between heaven and earth and humanity. The ‘Seven
Steps’ are in place for the sacredness found in the
actual number, and also for the sacred existences ‘seven’
represents. The ‘A’ is used for its representation
of a point of beginning, in the never ending circle of life.
In
essence, once acknowledgment is made that each of us truly
are perfect children of God; we are placed at a point of
new beginning. This is an intrinsic state of soul communion
with the in-dwelling God. From the growth ascertained in
advancing to this point, we then enter into a higher level
of spiritual evolution.
How to begin
Set aside time each day for prayer. Begin your prayer time
by finding a quiet place. Proceed by closing your eyes,
relaxing your body and opening your mind to an inner awareness
of God. Breathe deeply, knowing that you are in the presence
of God and the presence of God is within you. Let go of
your concerns, know that all is well and experience the
power of prayer...
The
following Seven Step Affirmative Prayer process deepens
your connection with God and heightens your awareness of
God within you. Perform each step in the realization that
you are creating a silent soul communion with God. In this
receptive state of mind and heart, feel God’s inspiration
and guidance, while you listen for answers to your prayers.
Step One - Acknowledgment:
Recognize and acknowledge that you are a perfect child
of God and fear does not move you. Know that the power of
god’s abundant love is all that is. Silently speak
the name of God and feel the presence of God surround you
in glorious divine and white, infinite light. Allow the
presence of unconditional love to relax you ... as you become
one with God.
Step
Two - Alignment:
Create a perfect state of aligned balance between the
seven sacred directions of Heaven, Earth, East, West, North,
South, and yourself - all of which God encompasses and dwells
within. Breathe in the infinite light of God and let it
fill the depths of your entire being.
Step
Three - Asseveration:
Release any thought of the world around you, begin to
think about God … about God’s presence around
you ... in your life ... within you. Focus your mind on
a scripture that resonates with you or a single positive
thought or idea and state it with asseveration. Repeat this
idea over and over, either silently or aloud until it becomes
your only thought. See the divine plan that exists beyond
the here and now.
Step
Four - Acceptance:
From the depths of your entire become willing to receive
God’s unconditional love. Accept this divine grace
into your life graciously. Know that you ... as a perfect
child of God are deserving of all goodness and abundance
that is coming to you. Open your mind and heart to receive
God’s inspiration, and listen for guidance and answers
to your prayers. Feel the presence within and know that
you are one with God.
Step
Five - Attainment:
Know with each breath you take that God is nearer to
you and bringing forth fulfillment to your heart felt affirmations.
Feel the sustenance of faith and abundance filling your
entire being. Connect with this divine presence within you,
and know that you are attaining God’s grace with each
breath you take.
Step
Six - Appreciation:
Let gratitude be your heart’s joyous response
to this experience of communion with God. Feel and be one
with God's infinite light and love. Give thanks for blessings
that are being received abundantly ... to you ... and to
your life.
Step
Seven - Abdication:
Enter into a state of abdication, and find peace and
solace in relinquishing all to God. Know that the seeds
are planted and God’s will is being done in the divine
order in which it is to be received.
As you reach the point of closure for this prayer time,
open your eyes, and feel replenished and at peace with the
knowledge that you truly are a perfect child of God, and
that divine guidance is taking place every moment of your
life ... through each instance of positive and affirmative
prayer.
