Workbook
Lesson #
142
(123) I thank my Father for His gifts to me.
(124) Let me remember I am one with God.
Today's
Inspiration
Reality is never frightening. It is impossible that it could upset me. Reality brings only perfect peace. When I am upset, it is always because I have replaced reality with illusions I made up. (W-pI.52.1:2-5)
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