Tag: Spirituality

I’ll spiral back full circle on this and sum up my spirituality in a few minutes in this post, but first, I feel a little backstory is needed since defining one’s spirituality can be complex–at least I feel mine is. If you would rather listen instead of read, play the audio:

Background – My religious upbringing

I was raised in the Christian faith, specifically the original Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (the church it was before Brigham Young took some of the members west and rebranded it Mormons. There are lawsuits, which made them reorganize and add the word “Reorganized” to their name, thus The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (RLDS) and volumes of church history detailing all the reasons. And I still feel compelled to explain it in this way, as being called, Mormons, always felt derogatory to my mom, and thus, to me. Somehow (I’m sure for many reasons) we considered our church “better than” the other and “set apart.” We were specifically taught that our church was the “one true church of Jesus Christ.” And people have called me arrogant.

As well, my mom always said we studied, loved, and worshipped the same Jesus of Nazareth as all other Christians. But we had a second witness, The Book of Mormon, that proved Jesus visited the Americas after his death and before his resurrection and ascension to sit at the right hand of God.

I used to question our pastor, my grandfather, my uncle, and any other elder or priesthood member who would listen to my many questions throughout my youth, especially why dinosaurs were not mentioned in the Bible nor the Book of Mormon (though giants were and appeased me for decades).

Since I mentioned my mom, I’d be remiss to leave out my dad from this conversation. My dad rarely attended church with us as he’d been raised Methodist and was way too worldly (and busy working) to attend to his spirituality until he was much older–in fact, he wasn’t baptized into my mom’s faith until after my mom passed away–within two years of his passing.

The heart, not a literal Satan, is the source of evil

The RLDS is also a highly structured religion, quite similar to the Catholic faith. Oddly, I never heard any sermons about the devil though–not in my church anyway. I heard plenty in my best friend’s Baptist church sermons though. Woo! Scary stuff. I had been taught about sin, of course, but not to fear an actual devil–perhaps because whatever we fear we give our power to? Thus, I never really believed in the devil. In the last 20 years, my third husband has presented me with the concept that “evil lies in men’s hearts.” And that makes more sense to me than a literal Satan urging people to do wrong. I think many people use the devil or Satan as a scapegoat for making wrong choices or hurting people intentionally–they have someone (or some dark entity) to blame. I find it sad and disturbing when people do not take responsibility for their own thoughts and actions.

About Jesus

I have prayed to Jesus, though praying to Omniscience God feels better, more aligned with me, and more inclusive. In fact, (prove me wrong) I have yet to find ANY divisiveness in Omnism (or at least the way I see Omniscience–“have no other gods before me” applies, whereas I always got stuck when it came to praying to Jesus instead of to God. (The RLDS faith always prayed to “The Heavenly Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.” At least God the Father was named first.) Omniscience includes Jesus, as well as, ALLah (emphasis mine on the word ALL within the name), Buddha, and all of us–children of God.

About the earth

I believed in a ‘young earth’ creationism—and wrote a college paper about it, featuring the works of Dr. Carl Baugh of Creation Evidences Museum in Texas. He believed man and dinosaurs walked the earth at the same time.

However, now, after visiting Newgrange and Knowth in Ireland, Stonehenge, Avebury, Glastonbury, and Bath in England, and Rosslyn Chapel and its castle and grounds, plus the faerie glen of Scotland, I am inclined to believe the earth is much older. I also read Gregg Braden’s books and view his video updates since attending his lectures.

One of my last living uncles (a minister in the Remnant Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) believes “a day is like a thousand years to God” though and this could explain a lot.

Time as a concept

I am very intrigued with Time as a concept too, after experiencing transcendental moments, and a car accident that literally slowed down my perception of Time—and it wasn’t just my perception of it, my daughter had the same experience!

Only one way or All paths lead to God

I never bought the “Jesus is the only way” concept taught in so many Christian churches. I know many good people of different faith traditions and if God is Love, I cannot believe Love would condemn them, much less burn them in a fiery Hell. Then again, I often feel this earth is Hell, which is why digging potatoes is called, helling potatoes.

Exploring ALLways

I love what Russell Brand has said about the different faiths and their holy scriptures resonated with me. And hearing him say this quote, gave me GodBumps!

I would be pagan but they don’t seem to revere the ancestors the way I do. I am very into archeology, crystals, caves, rock formations, herbs, essential oils, tinctures, and honoring ALL of the directions (more than “as Above, so Below”). But I am not into blood sacrificing—though I do eat meat occasionally and of course, Jesus was a living sacrifice, so there’s that. Spiral thought: One of the main reasons I was taught Jesus came to earth was to set us all free from having to make blood sacrifices. I don’t believe in killing anyone, probably even if they were trying to kill me! But other times I think I would fight back. I suppose it depends on the situation. I never thought I could live with myself if say, I accidentally ran someone over. I feel guilty about shit that I’m not even guilty of–and I’ve been like that since I was a child (since I can remember), so I must be wired that way.

Wicca never interested me due to all their rituals, but the incantations and spelling fascinate me (all those words and how I can find words within words). I don’t really see the difference between most Catholic/Christian churches and Wicca because of all the rituals and rites. To me, again, Jesus came to set us free from all that. Of course one could surmise freedom begets laziness, and I don’t think Jesus meant for us to be lazy. I think he meant us to be busy healing people, teaching people, and caring for people. And spending time in solitary prayer and meditation. Ah, kind of like what the Buddha would do!

I wobble like the earth

I believe Spirituality is meant to include actions/activities. Not necessarily in dogmatic fashion but like yoga, as a practice, we can improve upon daily. To increase our vibration and raise our consciousness. I wobble like the earth. I am practicing to be as water–always finding my own level. I am always balancing. I am always seeking.

But…

I’ve never been much attracted to deities, any of the saints, angels, Marys, etc. Nor did Santa Claus hold much of my attention at Christmas.

I believe Spirituality is something we breathe and live. We can ride it without the training wheels of religion because Spirituality is a spiral path of continuous clearing, cleansing, and healing on many levels.

If practices become rote, we need to continue learning, diving deep, and conversing with friends and mentors.

Perhaps every person will be saved, but that is up to Omniscience God to decide. I think it’s akin to floating in water. We can float for a while and clean our bodies and enjoy the sensations, but for too long we starve, the body bloats, and eventually dissolves if not eaten by another creature. All-is-one when you see the fractal nature of it all. And the spiral paths that bring us back around to lessons we thought we had learned only to find more layers of the onion to peel back and peer beneath.

No one religion is “Perfect” – Nobody’s “Perfect”

After being let down by people in most Reiki groups, and churches—including Unity and other more supposed enlightened churches, I keep returning to Omniscience (Omnism), the Dao (Daoism), and Theosophy (because I am a naturally gifted dowser and most religions don’t encourage much less honor that gift).

Now, my spirituality is a blend of all I’ve experienced and come to know as truth. My spirituality is a circle, a spiral, a never-ending story. A pioneer path. A long and winding road.

I am a fractal of Omniscience and I believe each of us are—this indeed makes one grand design. Meditate on the yin and yang ☯️ not the 2D drawing but the 3, 4, or 5D version which breathes, pulses, undilates, and emanates Light! When the shadow grows larger the lighter portion shrinks but always this symbol seeks its own balance and like water. (Hint: that’s what the wavy line in the middle represents—water, movement, action!)

I’ve enjoyed the writings of Norman Vincent Peale, Wayne Dyer, and Neale Donald Walsch. And feel living as close to The Ten Commandments and The Beattitudes—actually living those, is perhaps as good a person as I will be and thank Omniscience God for the Grace when I fall. After ALL, nobody’s perfect. There’s no Perfection in Art. And surely Life is an Art.

Omnism

I am an ever-evolving spiritual being. I consider myself an Omnist, always open to experiencing life in ALL its fullness and myriad offerings. I’m introspective, quiet, and a deep thinker. I’m quite vocal when I become passionate about something, so when I feel compelled to speak, give me a mic and hear me roar!

I popped open, Spiritually, in 2005 when I had a transcendental experience in the middle of the night many years ago. I heard a deep male voice say, We Are All Connected. I’ve spoken about this publicly. See the low-quality video of that story on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_ttVo3rI_i8?si=JJMn5lDLa7tGv1-y

I continue to embrace the following scripture as a way to explain “We Are All One.”

There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all. Ephesians 4:1-6

Yours in expanding, revolving consciousnes,

Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey

Special thanks to Yvonne of Dowsing for Divinity. I was inspired to write this post after reading and meditating on her post: http://dowsingfordivinity.com/2023/09/07/dual-faith-folk-witches/

p.s. My 4th book is on Amazon and my daughter bought the first copy! I had ordered two initially but she bought the actual first one after I corrected a couple things and lowered the price. Here’s the link to check it out: Have Yourself a Wholly Vibrant Life: Reversing Asthma and Other Chronic Illness Naturally

To our better health, ease, joy, and sustainment in JOY!

Audio provided by Otter.

Integrating the Spirals to ease negativity, pain, suffering, loss, grief, loneliness, aggravation, frustration, and any unwanted emotions

My online Zoom video course, Integrating the Spirals is helpful now more than ever because I know people are suffering. (Let me know if you’re interested in the Integrating the Spirals course.)

As an empath, I want to help ease suffering and raise hope. I want to uplift others and raise our collective vibrations and consciousness. I teach breath work and meditation so we appreciate the value of Detachment. We till our inner soil with our breath and that offers us peace and calm. Meditation is an easy way to Connect us with spirit, higher selves, Omniscience God, and receive personal guidance.

Be the best version of who you want to be–because if you’re reading my words your soul is probably beckoning you to align with it and live up to your highest ideals. Not perfect because who is perfect? Most stagnate or ‘get stuck’ while on their way to being whatever they think perfection is. Making progress is enough. Carrying your Karma lightly is enough. Be kind to yourself while living responsibly. Who you ARE affects us ALL. We Are All Connected.

Omniscience knows ALL. Omniscience is always with you. You are never alone.

The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.

About us

My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to all of his songs at: http://listen4music.com

Here’s a video of us performing on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/416711742?ref=fb-share

About me, your Spiral Sister

I would love to speak at your bookstore, crystal shop, acupuncture/chiropractor office, natural health foods store, art fair, music, or yoga festival. I support healthy lifestyle businesses. 

I invite you to check out my new metaphysical book–Blue Eyes: Ethereal Messages of Connection. There are two versions (Kindle and paperback) on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WV68KF

I’m an Amazon bestselling author of two co-authored books: “Transform Your Life Book 2 Inspirational Stories and Expert Advice” and “Energy of Receiving” available on Amazon.

Connecting…

• Amazon
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Twitter

For more spiritual and esoteric updates, who we’re connecting with in Ocala, Florida and more, follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeonyour