Knowledge and Knowing

For your consideration…

At first thought “knowledge” and “knowing” seem connected even the same thing. Our message today separates them.

Knowledge is defined as, “facts, information, and skills acquired by a person through experience or education; the theoretical or practical understanding of a subject.” It is brain based. As we live our life, we add to our knowledge base and then apply more experiences to continue building our that base. We go to school. We try new things. We learn new techniques. We learn from other people. We learn through our own trial and error etc. We gain knowledge through an abundance of means.

“Knowing” is different. It is not brain based. We often feel it in our “gut” or “heart.” We add to our “knowing” base by listening to our intuition, our Guides, our God. We learn by listening for and following those messages we feel or hear. Or we look for and see the signs put in front of us. We hone our knowing skills by being open and  absorbing new information. We hone our knowing skills with practice. We listen to our silence. We learn to trust those voices we hear.

Gaining knowledge and knowing takes commitment and practice. It takes  curiosity and desire to learn. Both are both important. How far we go in expanding our knowledge and our knowing depends on us. We have the power of choice. we always have a choice.

That is the HOPE. And so it is.

Bit by bit, piece by piece, HOPE by HOPE actions steps anyone can take…

-Affirm…“I am loved.”

-Meditate/pray…ask…”What is my next step for my highest good and the highest good of all?”

-Drink lots of water.

-Get outdoors and take in at least 10 deep breaths.

-Add to our knowledge and knowing base.

What made me smile yesterday…

-The sun is really trying to thaw things out.

-A good book.

-After a trip back to ER, Bruce was fixed and able to leave.

-I can’t remember when bed felt so good.

-Catching up with Camille.

Love, Blessings and Gratitude,

Rev. Chris