Del Rio News Herald

This column marks the end of my journey through the desert which has been my spiritual home for the last twelve years.

From the beginning of my time here, God made it clear that this was a place where He would guide me into the unexplored regions of my heart.

As I step back to consider where this path has led, I feel thankful for the lessons I have learned and the healing which has happened along the way.

When I think about my life on the border, I am humbled as I realize that it was here that our Lord set about the awakening of my soul.

I cherish the blessing of this gift, which is the most precious I will ever receive. And I celebrate the fact that it came to pass in Del Rio.

A defining moment for me in this period of realization was a vision I had several years ago while driving near our small ranch in Los Campos.

While traveling down our dusty road, the image of a distant horizon came into my view.

Almost instantly, I became aware that the sky had opened like a tent to uncover a sight more exquisite than anything I had ever seen.

But more than just an image, it was the overwhelming feeling I had the moment this scene was revealed.

When I gazed upon this unfolding wonder, I had the immediate sense that I was being given a glimpse into Heaven.

As I considered the magnitude of my vision, God allowed me to receive the lesson which was woven into His loving gift.

What I saw that day as our Lord parted the veil was something I am sure to remember for the rest of my life.

In that holy instant, I knew precisely what He had intended to show me. And I realized that my view of the world would be forever changed.

What we see when we behold our lives through the trials and tribulations of this human experience is but an illusion.

The only thing that is real is God. I know this now, and it has changed everything about my perception of life.

I have seen through my brief glimpse into the Heartland that it is unlike anything we will ever know apart from His love.

In that life altering moment, my spiritual journey was instantly transformed.

My experience that hot summer day set the groundwork for the inner growth which would take place for me over the next ten years.

What I have learned during this fruitful time in Del Rio is simply this: The word of God is a living, breathing current which never ceases and is the essential power which fuels our lives.

The more we can tap into this blessed river of love, the closer we come to the realization of our true potential as His cherished children.

For me, it is no more complicated than this. As I learn to live more fully in the flow of His goodness, everything in my life is made new.

Father God: Please shine the light of Your love into the hearts of my brothers and sisters in Del Rio. Allow them to recognize Your hand in the wholeness of their lives.

Let these beloved people face their days one holy moment at a time. Let them learn to fully embrace themselves, one another, and You, through it all.

May You grant them the courage and trust to face their truth on the deepest level by Your healing light, no matter what the coming times may bring.

Bless them, oh Lord, as You lead them ever surely along the winding path of the desert Heartland.

Draw them inward to hear the stillness of Your voice. And help them to remain awake in spirit so they might always remember your Truth: That Love is all there really is.

These things I pray from the depths of my being, and with gratitude, for this season of sacred sojourn, in Your most revered name.

Amen.

A bright morning star creation from

Jan and Jesus

Goldenwing Center for the Awakening Soul

1997-2008

With love

(Please join me if you can this afternoon at 3 p.m. in the Sunblossom Room at the Ramada Inn to help me say “farewell” to this place which has been such a beautiful blessing to me).

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