http://www.unityphx.org en-us 2006 - 2010 Unity of Phoenix - For Personal Use Only Building Unity Together Unity of Phoenix Ministers At Unity of Phoenix, our ministers deliver powerful, inspirational messages. Messages that are based on the practical teachings of Jesus Christ and designed to help us live the full and abundant life we were meant to live as children of God. Listen to the spiritual messages delivered by Unity of Phoenix Lead Minister Rev. Richard Maraj or Pastoral Care Minister Rev. Jimmie Scott or Ministerial Associate Chris Kennedy. http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html. Also available on cd from http://www.shopdivineonline.com Unity of Phoenix contactunity1@cox.net Inspirational Messages,Unity of Phoenix,Streaming Sermons,Rev. Richard Maraj,Rev.Jimmie Scott No http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "As author Thich Nhat Hanh, says in his book 'Peace Is Every Step'--If we cannot get back to ourselves in the moment, we cannot be in touch with life. Peace is present, right here and now! It is within our selves and in everything we do and see. The question is whether or not we are in touch with it. Can we be in the consciously be in the moment to be mindful of peace?" Rev. Rev. Richard Maraj Summer Book Club Series- 4 "As author Thich Nhat Hanh, says in his book 'Peace Is Every Step'--If we cannot get back to ourselves in the moment, we cannot be in touch with life. Peace is present, right here and now! It is within our selves and in everything we do and see. The question is whether or not we are in touch with it. Can we be in the consciously be in the moment to be mindful of peace? " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009438 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT 51:49 Rev. Richard Maraj,peace,Thich Nhat Hanh/itunes:keywords> http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Water is a natural, powerful, vital part of our existence and can be changed by the consciousness of humanity. Let us love, appreciate and honor the sanctity of water, let us live a life encouraging positive emotions – especially love and gratitude – for that is what is necessary to not only transform the water within us, but the world outside." Rev. Rev. Richard Maraj Summer Book Club Series- 3 "Water is a natural, powerful, vital part of our existence and, as Dr. Masaru Emoto found, it can be changed by the consciousness of humanity.Let us love, appreciate and honor the sanctity of water, let us live a life encouraging positive emotions – especially love and gratitude – for that is what is necessary to not only transform the water within us, but the world outside. " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009437 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT 70:22 Rev. Richard Maraj,water,Masaru Emoto http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "When we look at scripture, we are reminded that we are here to live prosperous, more abundant lives. It’s not just about quantity, but more about a quality, richer experience, of life! Want to experience more prosperity in your life? Here are some keys to gaining it." Rev. Rev. Richard Maraj Summer Book Club Series- 2 "When we look at scripture, we are reminded that we are here to live prosperous, more abundant lives. It’s not just about quantity, but more about a quality, richer experience, of life! Want to experience more prosperity in your life? Here are some keys to gaining it." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009436 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT 54:22 Rev. Richard Maraj,prosperity,Catherine Ponder http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Honesty is at the heart of who we are and what we believe in. Honesty reveals our inner being and opens our lives to show something greater and deeper within. Never forget, honesty is a choice and we have lots of opportunities to choose honesty, or dishonesty, on a daily, sometimes momentary basis. The choice is yours, what will you choose?" Rev. Rev. Richard Maraj Summer Book Club Series- 1 "Honesty is at the heart of who we are and what we believe in. Honesty reveals our inner being and opens our lives to show something greater and deeper within. Never forget, honesty is a choice and we have lots of opportunities to choose honesty, or dishonesty, on a daily, sometimes momentary basis. The choice is yours, what will you choose?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009435 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 11:00:00 GMT 53:10 Rev. Richard Maraj,honesty, radical honesty, Brad Blanton http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "When we take the time to serve in love, creatively mix together the ingredients of our lives to make something better, and reach out our hearts and hands to connect with others, our lives will feel like a bountiful banquet. Each and every day will bring a new feast that will feed and fulfill our minds, bodies and spirits." Rev. Richard Maraj Spirituality in Everyday Life - 2 "When we take the time to serve in love, creatively mix together the ingredients of our lives to make something better, and reach out our hearts and hands to connect with others, our lives will feel like a bountiful banquet. Each and every day will bring a new feast that will feed and fulfill our minds, bodies and spirits." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009434 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT 50:21 Rev. Richard Maraj,cooking,spirituality http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Our hair and how it looks, can and does, affect our mood. We need to remember that our external expression is not who we really are – it is not our power source and we shouldn’t give our power to it. Take the same time and energy you put into your appearance, and put it in prayer and meditation, in forgiveness, in praying for others, in listening to God, in consciously tuning in to God’s spirit. Discover the power within you." Rev. Rev. Richard Maraj Spirituality in Everyday Life - 1 "Our hair and how it looks, can and does, affect our mood. We need to remember that our external expression is not who we really are – it is not our power source and we shouldn’t give our power to it. Take the same time and energy you put into your appearance, and put it in prayer and meditation, in forgiveness, in praying for others, in listening to God, in consciously tuning in to God’s spirit. Discover the power within you." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009433 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT 53:10 Rev. Richard Maraj,hair,spirituality http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Forgiveness is about committing to change. It is about actively reclaiming your personal power, about seeking to understand and being understood. Forgiving is about finding peace and stability, about losing the expectation of perfection is ourselves and others! " Rev. Jimmie Scott Forgiveness - 2 "Forgiveness is about committing to change. It is about actively reclaiming your personal power, about seeking to understand and being understood. Forgiving is about finding peace and stability, about losing the expectation of perfection is ourselves and others! " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009432 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT 52:04 Rev. Jimmie Scott,forgive,forgiveness,how to forgive http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "When we make a blunder in life, and we all do from time to time, some of us unmercifully hold ourselves responsible to the point that we act like a judge. Those of us who have a tendency to hold ourselves even more accountable than we do others need to understand that forgiving ourselves does not let us off the hook, it does not justify what we have done, but the practice of self-forgiveness frees us to live a happier, more fulfilling life." Rev. Richard Maraj Forgiveness - 1 "When we make a blunder in life, and we all do from time to time, some of us unmercifully hold ourselves responsible to the point that we act like a judge. Those of us who have a tendency to hold ourselves even more accountable than we do others need to understand that forgiving ourselves does not let us off the hook, it does not justify what we have done, but the practice of self-forgiveness frees us to live a happier, more fulfilling life. " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009431 Sun, 6 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT 56:58 Rev. Richard Maraj,forgive,forgiveness,how to forgive http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Let’s talk about our goals, dreams and vision we have for our lives. Let’s talk about really living life, finding and having the courage to live life to the fullest. In challenging times it is more important than ever to believe in the possibilities for better times. When chaos prevails in your world or in your personal life, you must know within yourself that if others can live their dreams, you can live yours too. Invest your energy in reaching for the greatest possibilities rather than in fretting over your worst fears.'It’s possible!'" Les Brown - Motivational Speaker The Courage to Live Your Dreams - 4 "Let’s talk about our goals, dreams and vision we have for our lives. Let’s talk about really living life, finding and having the courage to live life to the fullest. In challenging times it is more important than ever to believe in the possibilities for better times. When chaos prevails in your world or in your personal life, you must know within yourself that if others can live their dreams, you can live yours too. Invest your energy in reaching for the greatest possibilities rather than in fretting over your worst fears. 'It’s possible!'" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009430 Sun, 30 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT 57:20 Les Brown,motivational speaker,courage,dreams,life http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Is there something you want to do but haven’t had the courage to do yet? Or is there something you need to say, but haven’t had the courage to say it? Perhaps there is a decision that you need to make, but just haven’t quite mustered up the courage to make it? Is there a goal you want to achieve, but feel as if you lack the courage to even begin? Today, right now, is the time to find the courage to dare to take action, dare to go after your dreams, dare to do what it takes to make it happen." Rev. Richard Maraj The Courage to Live Your Dreams - 3 "Is there something you want to do but haven’t had the courage to do yet? Or is there something you need to say, but haven’t had the courage to say it? Perhaps there is a decision that you need to make, but just haven’t quite mustered up the courage to make it? Is there a goal you want to achieve, but feel as if you lack the courage to even begin? Today, right now, is the time to find the courage to dare to take action, dare to go after your dreams, dare to do what it takes to make it happen." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009429 Sun, 23 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT 52:14 Rev. Richard Maraj,courage,dreams,life,dare http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Believe in your uniqueness, believe in your greatness, believe in the wonderful purpose that God has called you individually here to be, bring forth and to achieve.The future belongs to those who believe in their dreams. Do you have the courage to believe? " Rev. Richard Maraj The Courage to Live Your Dreams - 2 "Believe in your uniqueness, believe in your greatness, believe in the wonderful purpose that God has called you individually here to be, bring forth and to achieve.The future belongs to those who believe in their dreams. Do you have the courage to believe? " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009428 Sun, 16 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT 47:57 Rev. Richard Maraj,courage,dreams,life,believe http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Desire is the most powerful force for attracting what we want. Everything we create begins with desire. Do you have the courage to get clear on what you truly desire?" Rev. Richard Maraj The Courage to Live Your Dreams - 1 "Desire is the most powerful force for attracting what we want. Everything we create begins with desire. Do you have the courage to get clear on what you truly desire?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009427 Sun, 09 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT 55:29 Rev. Richard Maraj,courage,dreams,life http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Throughout the ages all the great spiritual masters have known and practiced the values and importance of stillness and quieting the mind, to align themselves and allow the wisdom and spirit and magnificence of God to come forth. Do this and you will truly find what you are looking for." Rev. Richard Maraj Songs of Life 2010 - 4 "Throughout the ages all the great spiritual masters have known and practiced the values and importance of stillness and quieting the mind, to align themselves and allow the wisdom and spirit and magnificence of God to come forth. Do this and you will truly find what you are looking for." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009426 Sun, 02 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT 48:32 Rev. Richard Maraj http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "To lean on one another is to encourage and empower one another. It is a strength, not a weakness. God means for us to be there for one another, to support and love one another, just as scripture speaks to in John 13:34 '…love one another, just as I have loved you…'" Rev. Richard Maraj Songs of Life 2010 - 3 "To lean on one another is to encourage and empower one another. It is a strength, not a weakness. God means for us to be there for one another, to support and love one another, just as scripture speaks to in John 13:34 '…love one another, just as I have loved you…'" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009425 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMT 48:58 Rev. Richard Maraj http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "For all of us, no matter what’s gone on up to this moment, no matter how unfair life has been, how we’ve been labeled, no matter what hasn’t worked, the truth is the rest of your life, from this moment on, is still --as Natasha Bedingfield says in her song -- unwritten. You get to define it and create it! So, how clear are you about what you really want in your life? If you could design your life exactly the way you’d like, what would it look like? Is there something that you have always wanted to do, be, achieve or experience that you’ve not taken the time to do yet? What kind of difference would you like to make? How would you like to be remembered, and what kind of legacy would you like to leave?" Rev. Richard Maraj Songs of Life 2010 - 2 "For all of us, no matter what’s gone on up to this moment, no matter how unfair life has been, how we’ve been labeled, no matter what hasn’t worked, the truth is the rest of your life, from this moment on, is still --as Natasha Bedingfield says in her song -- unwritten. You get to define it and create it! So, how clear are you about what you really want in your life? If you could design your life exactly the way you’d like, what would it look like? Is there something that you have always wanted to do, be, achieve or experience that you’ve not taken the time to do yet? What kind of difference would you like to make? How would you like to be remembered, and what kind of legacy would you like to leave?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009424 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMT 52:37 Rev. Richard Maraj,life,possibilities http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Again this year we take a look at the spiritual messages found in some popular songs. We start with 'Higher Ground' by Stevie Wonder in which he says '...gonna keep on trying til I reach my Highest Ground'. Reaching higher ground is about developing your soul to bring forth the glory of God and fulfill the great work that God’s calling you to do. At times we all fall short of our spiritual potential, failing to express God's attributes in us --love and compassion, peace, wisdom, joy, and abundance In this message, Rev. Richard gives four positive steps to towards reaching the highest ground." Rev. Richard Maraj Songs of Life 2010 - 1 "Again this year we take a look at the spiritual messages found in some popular songs. We start with 'Higher Ground' by Stevie Wonder in which he says '...gonna keep on trying til I reach my Highest Ground'. Reaching higher ground is about developing your soul to bring forth the glory of God and fulfill the great work that God’s calling you to do. At times we all fall short of our spiritual potential, failing to express God's attributes in us --love and compassion, peace, wisdom, joy, and abundance In this message, Rev. Richard gives four positive steps to towards reaching the highest ground." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009423 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMT 52:09 Rev. Richard Maraj,sin http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html " Easter is a universal message for all humanity and is an invitation for us to awaken to an inner revelation of the invincible spirit of God that dwells in all of us! The resurrection of Jesus is the reminder to reawaken to that living spirit within and apply that principle in our daily lives. Resurrection is not just a one-time or annual event, it is a demonstration of a principle that Jesus taught and lived through in the many examples of his ministry. You are a living, breathing miracle - this very moment is a miracle. Rejoice in that! " Rev. Richard Maraj Rolling Away the Stone: Experiencing a Personal Resurrection - 4 "Easter is a universal message for all humanity and is an invitation for us to awaken to an inner revelation of the invincible spirit of God that dwells in all of us! The resurrection of Jesus is the reminder to reawaken to that living spirit within and apply that principle in our daily lives. Resurrection is not just a one-time or annual event, it is a demonstration of a principle that Jesus taught and lived through in the many examples of his ministry. You are a living, breathing miracle - this very moment is a miracle. Rejoice in that!" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009422 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMT 56:15 Rev. Richard Maraj,lent,resurrection http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Throughout history we have identified and placed significant importance on various Holy Week symbols that can be applied to our daily living for useful purposes. None is more recognized, and sometimes more controversial, than the cross. Whatever thoughts or meaning you may have held about the symbol of the cross, the invitation right now is for you to suspend those beliefs and open a space to view it with new eyes... " Rev. Jimmie Scott Rolling Away the Stone: Experiencing a Personal Resurrection - 3 "Throughout history we have identified and placed significant importance on various Holy Week symbols that can be applied to our daily living for useful purposes. None is more recognized, and sometimes more controversial, than the cross. Whatever thoughts or meaning you may have held about the symbol of the cross, the invitation right now is for you to suspend those beliefs and open a space to view it with new eyes... " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009421 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT 40:14 Rev. Jimmie Scott,lent,resurrection http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "When trials and challenges come, and they do for all of us, it’s easy to feel frustrated or discouraged that things aren’t going the way we planned. We may feel overwhelmed and frustrated by what’s happening around us. But no matter what we may be facing, we can have God’s perfect peace in our heart and mind. There is a Chinese proverb that says a gem can’t be polished without friction and a man cannot be perfected without trials. Trials, challenges and disappointments can be very useful, not hindrances if we use them wisely. They come into our lives and we can use them to actually benefit us, to strengthen us, and even bring out the very best in us." Rev. Richard Maraj Rolling Away the Stone: Experiencing a Personal Resurrection - 2 "When trials and challenges come, and they do for all of us, it’s easy to feel frustrated or discouraged that things aren’t going the way we planned. We may feel overwhelmed and frustrated by what’s happening around us. But no matter what we may be facing, we can have God’s perfect peace in our heart and mind. There is a Chinese proverb that says a gem can’t be polished without friction and a man cannot be perfected without trials. Trials, challenges and disappointments can be very useful, not hindrances if we use them wisely. They come into our lives and we can use them to actually benefit us, to strengthen us, and even bring out the very best in us." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009420 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT 47:37 Rev. Richard Maraj,lent,resurrection http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Easter is the centerpiece of Christianity, a time for us to look at Jesus' resurrection and the events that led to this miracle. We celebrate Easter as a time of overcoming the most feared and difficult, the most challenging and final of all human circumstances and experiences . . . death. And yet, Easter is more than the overcoming of death. It is an invitation for every one of us to have a personal realization of the invincible spirit and power of God within and all around us. It is our opportunity to have a personal resurrection, a renewal of all those attributes and aspects of ourselves that we have allowed to become dormant and buried in our own personal tombs – it is a time to roll away the stone." Rev. Richard Maraj Rolling Away the Stone: Experiencing a Personal Resurrection - 1 "Easter is the centerpiece of Christianity, a time for us to look at Jesus' resurrection and the events that led to this miracle. We celebrate Easter as a time of overcoming the most feared and difficult, the most challenging and final of all human circumstances and experiences . . . death. And yet, Easter is more than the overcoming of death. It is an invitation for every one of us to have a personal realization of the invincible spirit and power of God within and all around us. It is our opportunity to have a personal resurrection, a renewal of all those attributes and aspects of ourselves that we have allowed to become dormant and buried in our own personal tombs – it is a time to roll away the stone." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009419 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT 53:41 Rev. Richard Maraj,lent,resurrection http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "As Marianne Williamson said, 'In every community, there is work to be done. In every nation there are wounds to heal. In every heart, there is the power to do it.' The question is, are you willing to open your heart to feel a greater connection in your community? Are you willing to look beyond the moments of loneliness and isolation and know that you have the power to reverse it just by setting an intention and then reaching out and being of service? If your answer is “yes,” then know you will be blessed; you will be uplifted and transformed through the power of the connection of community! " Rev. Richard Maraj The Spirituality of Service - 4 "As Marianne Williamson said, 'In every community, there is work to be done. In every nation there are wounds to heal. In every heart, there is the power to do it.' The question is, are you willing to open your heart to feel a greater connection in your community? Are you willing to look beyond the moments of loneliness and isolation and know that you have the power to reverse it just by setting an intention and then reaching out and being of service? If your answer is “yes,” then know you will be blessed; you will be uplifted and transformed through the power of the connection of community! " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009418 Sun, 7 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT 52:05 Rev. Richard Maraj,service,encouragement,volunteer http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Giving is more than an act or an activity. It is a principle of life and a universal law. One of the most important things we can do to better our lives is to learn, understand and implement the power of giving. It is a vital part of our personal development, spiritual growth – a key to increased happiness, fulfillment and success that we all search for!" Rev. Richard Maraj The Spirituality of Service - 3 "Giving is more than an act or an activity. It is a principle of life and a universal law. One of the most important things we can do to better our lives is to learn, understand and implement the power of giving. It is a vital part of our personal development, spiritual growth – a key to increased happiness, fulfillment and success that we all search for!" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009417 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT 48:16 Rev. Richard Maraj,service,encouragement,volunteer http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "God designed us to live in close community with others. He wants us to help each other grow. None of us will reach our highest potential by ourselves. We need people in our lives to encourage us, and we need to encourage the people in our lives, and help them reach their potential, as well. Beginning right now, practice believing in, appreciating and praying for others and ourselves." Rev. Richard Maraj The Spirituality of Service - 2 "God designed us to live in close community with others. He wants us to help each other grow. None of us will reach our highest potential by ourselves. We need people in our lives to encourage us, and we need to encourage the people in our lives, and help them reach their potential, as well.Beginning right now, practice believing in, appreciating and praying for others and ourselves." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009416 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT 59:44 Rev. Richard Maraj,service,encouragement,volunteer http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "when we focus on our own happiness and well being, it leaves us feeling hungry, empty, sad and frustrated. But when we learn the importance and joy of feeding, serving and supporting others with kind actions and encouragement, that leads to greater peace, happiness and fulfillment for all of us." Rev. Richard Maraj The Spirituality of Service - 1 "when we focus on our own happiness and well being, it leaves us feeling hungry, empty, sad and frustrated. But when we learn the importance and joy of feeding, serving and supporting others with kind actions and encouragement, that leads to greater peace, happiness and fulfillment for all of us." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009415 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT 56:11 Rev. Richard Maraj,service http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Any goal that we want to achieve in life, we must first become it in consciousness.  Activate the wisdom and guidance of Spirit. When acting from a spiritually centered place, results are more effective and successful! Next, activate the spiritual qualities needed to achieve your goal. For us to achieve our dreams, it takes practice, it takes persistence, and it takes a process. " Rev. Richard Maraj Expand the Vision - 4 "Any goal that we want to achieve in life, we must first become it in consciousness.  Activate the wisdom and guidance of Spirit. When acting from a spiritually centered place, results are more effective and successful! Next, activate the spiritual qualities needed to achieve your goal. For us to achieve our dreams, it takes practice, it takes persistence, and it takes a process. " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009414 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT 57:56 Rev. Richard Maraj http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "We create our world through our beliefs. If you believe – or expect – the worst, that is what you will receive. But if you believe – or expect – that you will always receive the best, that is exactly what the universe will provide.Today, expect a miracle. Envision what you want, believe it can happen, and give it your full effort of positive faith and action. Expect the best, and your dreams will come true!" Rev. Jimmie Scott Expand the Vision - 3 "We create our world through our beliefs. If you believe – or expect – the worst, that is what you will receive. But if you believe – or expect – that you will always receive the best, that is exactly what the universe will provide.Today, expect a miracle. Envision what you want, believe it can happen, and give it your full effort of positive faith and action. Expect the best, and your dreams will come true!" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009413 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT 45:23 Rev. Jimmie Scott http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "One of the most powerful spiritual practices is letting go of our negative emotions, thoughts and beliefs. Letting go cleanses, purifies and renews our hearts and minds, and enables us to move forward in a greater and more positive way. What will it take to break through your own barriers? Are you willing to let go of the negative? Are you ready to move on to bigger and better things?" Rev. Richard Maraj Expand the Vision - 2 "One of the most powerful spiritual practices is letting go of our negative emotions, thoughts and beliefs. Letting go cleanses, purifies and renews our hearts and minds, and enables us to move forward in a greater and more positive way. What will it take to break through your own barriers? Are you willing to let go of the negative? Are you ready to move on to bigger and better things?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009412 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT 54:51 Rev. Richard Maraj http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Are you ready for an amazing year – even better, much, much better than last year? One of the biggest obstacles that holds us back from realizing our greatest good, is our inability to visualize or imagine anything better than what we are currently experiencing! The first step in living our life to its fullest potential is to enlarge our vision. Expand and use your imagination to see the greater good and the endless possibilities God has just for you!" Rev. Richard Maraj Expand the Vision - 1 "Are you ready for an amazing year – even better, much, much better than last year? One of the biggest obstacles that holds us back from realizing our greatest good, is our inability to visualize or imagine anything better than what we are currently experiencing! The first step in living our life to its fullest potential is to enlarge our vision. Expand and use your imagination to see the greater good and the endless possibilities God has just for you!" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009411 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT 50:53 Rev. Richard Maraj http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Have you heard? December 21, 2012 signals the end of a long and mysterious cycle of time. We are clearly in a time of dramatic transition on our planet right now, we need only to tune into a television or radio news show or open a newspaper to read all about it. A basic spiritual principle taught in Unity is that we always have a choice, regardless of what’s happening in the outer. " Rev. Ellen Debenport 2012 "Have you heard? December 21, 2012 signals the end of a long and mysterious cycle of time.We are clearly in a time of dramatic transition on our planet right now, we need only to tune into a television or radio news show or open a newspaper to read all about it. A basic spiritual principle taught in Unity is that we always have a choice, regardless of what’s happening in the outer." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009410 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT 49:07 2012,Rev. Ellen Debenport,Rev. Jimmie Scott,Teri Wilder http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "The New Year marks a time of change - change in our self, our circumstances and sometimes in the direction of our lives! As we’ve completed and looked back at last year, what we accomplished, our goals and dreams we had set for the prior year and then released anything that was left unfinished or incomplete, we now look ahead and set our intentions for this New Year as it represents a fresh beginning, a clean slate and new opportunities. God has a plan and purpose for each of us, and God only wants what is highest and best for us. Ask God and listen for the answer..." Rev. Richard Maraj Celebrating the New Year "The New Year marks a time of change - change in our self, our circumstances and sometimes in the direction of our lives! As we’ve completed and looked back at last year, what we accomplished, our goals and dreams we had set for the prior year and then released anything that was left unfinished or incomplete, we now look ahead and set our intentions for this New Year as it represents a fresh beginning, a clean slate and new opportunities. God has a plan and purpose for each of us, and God only wants what is highest and best for us. Ask God and listen for the answer..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009400 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:00:00 GMT 51:19 new year,white stone ceremony,Rusty Ferracane,Rev. Richard Maraj http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "We have a new year coming with new possibilities, new adventures and new opportunities. Enjoy your Christmas gifts, but take time to prepare yourself for a great new year by doing the work to renew your spirit. Take time to slow down, reduce your activities to give yourself more space and balance. Take time to rest your mind and body, and especially take time to rest your spirit. Take time to play and to bring out the childlike joy in yourself." Rev. Richard Maraj Preparing for the New Year "We have a new year coming with new possibilities, new adventures and new opportunities. Enjoy your Christmas gifts, but take time to prepare yourself for a great new year by doing the work to renew your spirit. Take time to slow down, reduce your activities to give yourself more space and balance. Take time to rest your mind and body, and especially take time to rest your spirit. Take time to play and to bring out the childlike joy in yourself." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009384 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT 48:28 new year,spiritual, http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Bah Humbug” represents the pain or some quality in us that needs to be transformed or awakened so we can change our lives and let the spirit of life, love, joy, kindness and generosity come forth like Scrooge..." Rev. Richard Maraj Part Three- Preparing for Christmas "Bah Humbug” represents the pain or some quality in us that needs to be transformed or awakened so we can change our lives and let the spirit of life, love, joy, kindness and generosity come forth like Scrooge..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009383 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT 33:35 Christmas,giving,gifts http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "This week's message is based around a story, 'The Gift of the Magi,' written by William Sidney Porter, using the pen name of O. Henry. As you prepare to give gifts this Christmas, look within. What are your motives for giving?" Rev. Jimmie Scott Part Two- Preparing for Christmas "This week's message is based around a story, 'The Gift of the Magi,' written by William Sidney Porter, using the pen name of O. Henry. As you prepare to give gifts this Christmas, look within. What are your motives for giving?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009382 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT 23:33 Christmas,giving,gifts http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "As we enter the Christmas season, let’s talk about becoming a better receiver, how to be more open and receptive . . . a better receiver of all the good in our lives! It might sound somewhat selfish or superficial, but being a good receiver is an important part of living a fulfilling life and is an especially important aspect of our spiritual life. How much love, peace of mind and inspiration from God are you willing to receive?" Rev. Richard Maraj Part One- Preparing for Christmas "As we enter the Christmas season, let’s talk about becoming a better receiver, how to be more open and receptive . . . a better receiver of all the good in our lives! It might sound somewhat selfish or superficial, but being a good receiver is an important part of living a fulfilling life and is an especially important aspect of our spiritual life. How much love, peace of mind and inspiration from God are you willing to receive?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009381 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT 34:18 Christmas,receiving,gifts http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "This is the final part of our four-week series "Accentuate the Positive" which has been about bringing forth the very best of life, even when it isn't going our way. This is where we learn how not to get stuck in the negativity and the lack and focus more on the good and how to magnify and multiply and bring forth the good in our lives. We're all on journey in our lives with different experiences, challenges, relationships and opportunities. It's important for us to embrace all of it, to accept and be fully involved with all aspects of our journey... " Rev. Richard Maraj Accentuate the Positive- 4 "This is the final part of our four-week series "Accentuate the Positive" which has been about bringing forth the very best of life, even when it isn't going our way. This is where we learn how not to get stuck in the negativity and the lack and focus more on the good and how to magnify and multiply and bring forth the good in our lives. We're all on journey in our lives with different experiences, challenges, relationships and opportunities. It's important for us to embrace all of it, to accept and be fully involved with all aspects of our journey..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009380 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT 34:28 life, journey http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Make Thanksgiving more than a day or a week — make it way of living. Use the principles of mathematics to count your blessings every single day. Use subtraction to let go and addition of asking and waiting for the answer. Use the multiplying factor of gratitude, give thanks, and send the causative energy of gratitude out into the universe, because it's God's will for you to multiply your joy, to multiply your peace, your happiness and your fulfillment. To live life and live it more abundantly, let's use Gratitude; the great multiplier!" Rev. Richard Maraj Accentuate the Positive- 3 "Make Thanksgiving more than a day or a week — make it way of living. Use the principles of mathematics to count your blessings every single day. Use subtraction to let go and addition of asking and waiting for the answer. Use the multiplying factor of gratitude, give thanks, and send the causative energy of gratitude out into the universe, because it's God's will for you to multiply your joy, to multiply your peace, your happiness and your fulfillment. To live life and live it more abundantly, let's use Gratitude; the great multiplier!" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009379 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT 35:30 attitude,gratitude http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "How do you handle the tough times in your life? How do you stay positive when problems crop up in your life? In part two of this series, Rev. Maraj looks at how to develop a level of acceptance that life is difficult, but not allow it to stop us from living. Rather, we learn to use those trials and tribulations to develop a greater level of understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of this amazing experience we call'life.'" Rev. Richard Maraj Accentuate the Positive- 2 "How do you handle the tough times in your life? How do you stay positive when problems crop up in your life? In part two of this series, Rev. Maraj looks at how to develop a level of acceptance that life is difficult, but not allow it to stop us from living. Rather, we learn to use those trials and tribulations to develop a greater level of understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of this amazing experience we call 'life.'" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009378 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT 38:53 attitude,consciousness http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "This message begins a four-week series, "Accentuate the Positive." Having a positive attitude absolutely makes a difference in our lives. Hhow well do you accentuate the positive in your life right now? Developing a good eye can help you..." Rev. Richard Maraj Accentuate the Positive- 1 "This message begins a four-week series, "Accentuate the Positive". Having a positive attitude absolutely makes a difference in our lives. How well do you accentuate the positive in your life right now? Developing a good eye can help you..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009377 Sun, 8 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT 33:33 attitude http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "We all have the power and ability to create the kind of life God wants us to lead. This is the last of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This fourth agreement has to do with the importance of always doing our best..." Rev. Richard Maraj The Four Agreements - 4 "We all have the power and ability to create the kind of life God wants us to lead. This is the last of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This fourth agreement has to do with the importance of always doing our best... " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009376 Sun, 1 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT 34:28 communication,four agreements http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "This is the third of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This third agreement has to do with making assumptions. As don Miguel Ruiz says, assumptions are at the core of many of the dramas we create, not only in our own lives but in the lives of others, too..." Rev. Jimmie Scott The Four Agreements - 3 "This is the third of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This third agreement has to do with making assumptions. As don Miguel Ruiz says, assumptions are at the core of many of the dramas we create, not only in our own lives but in the lives of others, too... " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009375 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT 31:37 communication,assumptions,four agreements http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "This is the second of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This second agreement has to do with how we react to what other people say to us or about us and how to not take anything personally..." Rev. Richard Maraj The Four Agreements - 2 "This is the second of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This second agreement has to do with how we react to what other people say to us or about us and how to not take anything personally... " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009374 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT 34:20 communication,compassion,fear,healing http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "This is the first of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This first agreement has to do with the power of our words..." Rev. Richard Maraj The Four Agreements - 1 "This is the first of our four-week series based on The Four Agreements. In his book, author Don Miguel Ruiz says that we all make thousands of agreements. We make agreements with ourselves, with others, with God, and with society. This first agreement has to do with the power of our words... " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009373 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT 54:51 communication http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Every relationship is there to help you heal, grow, or discover some beauty or magnificence within you that you haven’t yet allowed yourself to see. And, every relationship is there to help you know God and love in a deeper way, and to have a more fulfilling, joy-filled life..." Rev. Richard Maraj It Is All About You - a 4 Week Series "Every relationship is there to help you heal, grow, or discover some beauty or magnificence within you that you haven’t yet allowed yourself to see. And, every relationship is there to help you know God and love in a deeper way, and to have a more fulfilling, joy-filled life... " http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009372 Sun, 4 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT 54:51 relationships http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Sometimes we lose sight of what's going on in our lives. We're unaware and when we're unaware, it can create problems for us. Health is a gift given to teach and remind us that we simply cannot afford to be indifferent to this gift..." Rev. Jimmie Scott It Is All About You - a 4 Week Series "Sometimes we lose sight of what's going on in our lives. We're unaware and when we're unaware, it can create problems for us. Health is a gift given to teach and remind us that we simply cannot afford to be indifferent to this gift..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009371 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT 56:54 health http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Even in the midst of these challenging economic times, there are spiritual truths we can and should anchor in to. We have the power to influence and affect the quality of our own lives in spite of outer circumstances..." Rev. Richard Maraj It Is All About You - a 4 Week Series "Even in the midst of these challenging economic times, there are spiritual truths we can and should anchor in to. We have the power to influence and affect the quality of our own lives in spite of outer circumstances..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009370 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT 32:28 finances,prosperity http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "It's all about me is a phrase we use to poke fun at our we can sometimes be a little egocentric and selfish. But that statement also shares the truth about our spiritual power over our lives, our faith, our good..." Rev. Richard Maraj It Is All About You - a 4 Week Series "It's all about me is a phrase we use to poke fun at our we can sometimes be a little egocentric and selfish. But that statement also shares the truth about our spiritual power over our lives, our faith, our good..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages0000009369 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT 31:45 spirituality,spiritual life http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "So what is real joy, a joy that cannot be diminished or taken away? How do we find a joy that remains with us, centered in our core, despite outer circumstances?" Rev. Richard Maraj with Meditation "So what is real joy, a joy that cannot be diminished or taken away? How do we find a joy that remains with us, centered in our core, despite outer circumstances?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages000000938 Sun, 6 Sep 2009 11:00:00 GMT 13:07 humor,joy http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "To improve in golf, the same principles apply to everyone, beginner or pro. To make things better in life, the same spiritual principles apply to everyone, no matter who you are or where you've been. There are three spiritual principles that we can learn from golf and apply to improving our lives..." Rev. Richard Maraj With Meditation "To improve in golf, the same principles apply to everyone, beginner or pro. To make things better in life, the same spiritual principles apply to everyone, no matter who you are or where you've been. There are three spiritual principles that we can learn from golf and apply to improving our lives..." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages000000937 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT 31:02 spirituality,spiritual principles http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "Oneness, connection, empowerment, consciousness, service . . . Rev. Richard Maraj explores the important messages within the lyrics 'Fly Like an Eagle', a song originally released by the Steve Miller Band in 1976." Rev. Richard Maraj With Meditation "Oneness, connection, empowerment, consciousness, service . . . Rev. Richard Maraj explores the important messages within the lyrics 'Fly Like an Eagle', a song originally released by the Steve Miller Band in 1976." http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages000000936 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT 28:43 service,oneness,spiritual solutions http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "The Wizard of Oz by Frank Baum is highly symbolic of the life journey most of us take. In the story, Dorothy and her new friends embark on a quest to find the Wizard, who they believe is the only one who can provide them with what they desire most in life. In the end, they face their fears, become strong, and learn they have the power within them to accomplish anything. Is there something you want, something you are searching for, or a something that has become a great challenge in your life? What are you doing about it?" Rev. Richard Maraj With Meditation "The Wizard of Oz by Frank Baum is highly symbolic of the life journey most of us take. In the story, Dorothy and her new friends embark on a quest to find the Wizard, who they believe is the only one who can provide them with what they desire most in life. In the end, they face their fears, become strong, and learn they have the power within them to accomplish anything. Is there something you want, something you are searching for, or a something that has become a great challenge in your life? What are you doing about it?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages000000935 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT 22:12 meditation,trust,God,strength http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "We all have access to the creativity famous writers, musicians, mathmaticians, thinkers do. If that is true, how do we tap into that source of inspiration to unloose our creative spirit? How do we cultivate the space for that creativity to come forth in us, so as not to stifle, smother or block it? What work can we do to expand our consciousness of creativity?" Rev. Richard Maraj spiritual liberation "We all have access to the creativity famous writers, musicians, mathmaticians, thinkers do. If that is true, how do we tap into that source of inspiration to unloose our creative spirit? How do we cultivate the space for that creativity to come forth in us, so as not to stifle, smother or block it? What work can we do to expand our consciousness of creativity?" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages000000934 Sun, 9 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT 30:31 self-acceptance http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages06.html "What does 'perfection' mean to you? Do you feel you have achieved 'perfection' in your life? Or do you constantly feel that you don’t measure up? An important part of achieving spiritual liberation is self acceptance. Free yourself from the myth of perfection, and know that you are acceptable, whole and perfect in Spirit, just the way you are. When you do, your inner beauty and perfection will come forth in amazing ways, and your soul will truly be liberated!" Rev. Richard Maraj spiritual liberation "What does 'perfection' mean to you? Do you feel you have achieved 'perfection' in your life? Or do you constantly feel that you don’t measure up? An important part of achieving spiritual liberation is self acceptance. Free yourself from the myth of perfection, and know that you are acceptable, whole and perfect in Spirit, just the way you are. When you do, your inner beauty and perfection will come forth in amazing ways, and your soul will truly be liberated!" http://www.unityphx.org/worship/messages000000933 Sun, 2 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT 32:30 self-acceptance