What Is Faith Really All About?
By John Smith
There are many interpretations and explanations of the meaning of the word “faith”. Some believe it to be a religious concept that only applies to those who practice a certain religion. Others equate it with the general concept of belief. In this article we will endeavor to answer the following questions. What is faith? Does everyone have faith?
Let us consider the original meaning of the word faith, which includes “conviction, credence or persuasion”. The difference between knowledge and conviction is that the former only requires the acquisition of information while the latter requires acceptance of this information by the mind as truth. Firstly, it is important to understand that the human mind consists of two parts namely the conscious mind – the rational mind which is aware of its surroundings, interprets information and forms thoughts. The second part of the human mind is the subconscious mind, the irrational mind that receives information from the conscious mind without questioning or analysing, ultimately forming convictions and beliefs about the information. It is with the conscious mind that we evaluate the veracity of incoming information through questioning. The subconscious mind however, does not evaluate or question, but involuntarily receives that which has been accepted and sanctioned by the conscious mind.
It is imperative that we always question everything we hear, essentially whether it is truth or superstition; whether it is empowering or disempowering. The biblical principle, “You will know the truth and the truth will make you free”, should be the measuring stick by which we evaluate the information we receive in the conscious mind. The quality of the information will determine the quality of our thoughts and ultimately the quality of our beliefs in the subconscious mind. In turn, these beliefs determine the quality of our lives. Unfortunately, most people measure the veracity by the source of the information instead of the information itself. Parents, teachers, preachers etc. are usually considered reliable sources of information. The truth is that this is not necessarily always the case. We need to question what we hear and discover truth for ourselves.
Ignorance, Conditioning and Commitment
By John Smith
Most people have at some point expressed the desire for some form of change in one or more areas in their lives. However, making the commitment to do what is necessary to effect the desired change is something few are willing to do. Most would like their circumstances and situations to change, but few are willing to take full responsibility for their lives and make the necessary changes within themselves. In your personal experience, how many people do you know that you can truly say have taken full responsibility for their lives, including their mistakes and failures, as opposed to blaming others and playing the victim? Why is it that so many people would rather continue being miserable in some area of their lives, rather than take responsibility and do what is necessary to bring about change?
This article is devoted to those who are not only desirous of change, but are also willing to take responsibility and commit themselves to the mechanics of the process of change. I want to share some information that has helped me greatly on my personal journey towards change.
Let us look at three issues that play an important role in the process of change.
- Our number one enemy is ignorance.
- Our number one obstacle is our conditioning.
- Our number one challenge is commitment.
Let us consider the first point – our number one Enemy – Ignorance.
One-Day Intensive Life Transformation Workshop
Saturday 31 October
One of the saddest situations anyone can find themselves in is to live a life in which they feel out of control; a victim to random circumstances making life more an endurance than an adventure to enjoy. Although Utopia is nothing more than a figment of the imagination, it is possible as well as probable to look forward to life every day, enjoying a sense of purpose and fulfilment in your own life, and as a result, make a world of difference in the lives of others.
Be wary of “Five Steps to Success” or “Seven Steps to Happiness” as there is no shortcut or quick fix for any of these. There are however very simple principles that when learned and implemented, can and will transform anyone’s experience of life. For further information about this dynamic workshop, please contact John at 082 728 4766 or john@ttk.co.za.
Programme:
- 09.00 – 09.15: Registration
- 09:15 – 10:00: The Science and Power of Thoughts, Beliefs, Expectations.
- 10.10 – 10.55: How to make your Emotions Serve instead of Sabotage you.
- 10.55 – 11:15: Refreshments
- 11:15 – 12:00: The Science and Power of Imagination/Visualisation, Affirmations/Self Talk
- 12:10 – 12:55: How Intention Creates your Reality
- 12:55 – 13:30: Lunch
- 14:00 – 14:45: Returning to your Real Self through Meditation
- 14:55 – 15:40: The Imperative of Nutrition, Exercise, Laughter
- 15:40 – 16:00: Q&A
The cost for the workshop is R250.00 per person, including registration, refreshments, lunch, notes and certificate of attendance.
Special offer to Friends of TTK: For every two people you sign up to attend, you will receive a 50% rebate on the workshop fee.
Addiction Support Group
Support for Family and Friend of Addicts
There are few things more painful than watching someone you love slowly destroying themselves through drug or alcohol addiction. Sadly, this scourge seems to be increasing despite the so-called “war on drugs”.
Research reveals the following:
- Approximately 10 percent of the population are addicted to drugs or alcohol.
- Up to 25 percent of school children have either experimented with or abused drugs.
- Addiction is due 50 percent to genetic predisposition and 50 percent to poor coping skills.
- The children of addicts are eight times more likely to develop an addiction.
- Repeatedly abusing drugs or alcohol can permanently rewire your brain.
- You can become addicted to any drug, if you have a family history of addiction.
TTK (Transformation Through Knowledge) is starting a support group in the greater Randburg area, where information will be disseminated and encouragement offered for those experiencing this nightmare.
For further information, contact John at 082 728 4766 or john@ttk.co.za.
Be-Do-Have
The natural way of getting what you desire
By Kenneth Ho
www.Subconscious-Secrets.com
I’m writing this article because I thought it is important for you. I remembered during one of the classes that I’ve conducted, there was a conversation that went like this……
I asked one of the participants, “If everything is possible for you, what do you want to achieve?”
“I want to do my own business!” The participant replied. “Why do you want to do your own business?” I asked. “So that I can make more money.”
“Then why don’t you start doing your own business now?” I asked. “Errrr, because I don’t have enough money. If I have the money, I’ll do my own business.”
“If you have all the money you need to support your business, what business do you want to do?” I asked. “I don’t know. I haven’t thought about it.”
“If you don’t know, how are you going to start your business?” “When I have money, I’ll think about it. There are so many businesses I can do.”
