Thoughts

Spirit and breath
Michael Allen Michael Allen

Spirit and breath

In many languages and traditions, the word for "breath" is the same word that is used for "energy," "wind," "life force," or "spirit." This is also true in the Greek and Hebrew languages, which expands our view and understanding of scriptures. The name Yahweh, or YHWH, is particularly inspiring in context of breath.

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Relearning repentance
Michael Allen Michael Allen

Relearning repentance

For many years the word “repentance” carried negative connotations to me. I was grateful to be taught by insightful teachers throughout the years that helped me completely reframe and come to love, not fear, this powerful principle.

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