Art & Spirit by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"BING CHERRIES"

Painting #413 of 1181 Paintings / Oil on Linen (16"x 20")  Completed in July, 1997  SOLD

Guidance I am attuned to the wisdom of God. Friday, November 7, 2014 Spirit’s guidance may come at any time, even when I am not seeking it. I stay receptive to divine communication through nudges and ideas. I may read and feel inspired or receive an invitation for an adventure. When guidance comes from Spirit, I hear something inside me say “Yes!” I trust God’s guidance to push me past any resistance from old ways of thinking. I release any thoughts of limitation or fear. Whether I have been planning my next step carefully or feel suddenly called, I confidently step beyond the familiar into new growth. I gain greater awareness of what is mine to do and follow Spirit’s direction with enthusiasm. As I do, I welcome abundant and joyful blessings. I walk in trust, ready to follow God’s guidance. Remind them to be ... ready for every good work.—Titus 3:1

Art & Spirit by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"ROSES IN ANTIQUE PITCHER"

Painting #410 of 1181 Paintings / Oil on Linen (24"x20") Completed in July, 1997  SOLD

Rooted in God Rooted in God, I am peaceful, courageous, and strong. Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Every fiber of my being is divine substance. I am made in the image and likeness of God. I may look like a separate part of the whole, but underneath my human nature is the vastness of Spirit. I am a wave that belongs to the ocean. I am never separate from God because God is everywhere present. Worry and anxiety are signs I have forgotten this Truth. To remember it, I pause, feel my breath, and meditate. I may start by being aware of body sensations—my heartbeat, my feet on the ground. In God, I breathe and live. I am part of the ocean of existence. Everything outside and inside me is God. As I focus on Divine Intelligence, I let go of any concerns. Rooted in God, I live in Oneness and peace. Keep alert, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong.—1 Corinthians16:13

Vacation To Maine by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"ORANGE BEGONIA"

Painting #1074 of 1181   Oil on Canvas (24"x24")  Completed October 30, 2009

 I enjoy viewing this painting here in my home now in Naples, FL  

WOW!  Today, I am going to Maine.  It's a vacation.  I will arrive in Portland, ME late tonight.  Tomorrow I will be with good artist friend and art gallery owner, Susan Roux.  Check out her gallery here.  Roux & Cyr International Fine Art Gallery.  

Friday, September 5, through Sunday, September 7, I will be in Stetson, ME.  After that, it's up for grabs.

Rest

Through the restorative power of the Silence, I rest

Rest is essential for achieving excellence in my work and relationships. To be at my best, I must have energy, enthusiasm, and a clear head. Being tired or frazzled reminds me that it is time to recharge my batteries.

When in need of rest, I turn to the restorative power of the Silence. I begin by simply placing my attention on my breath. I set aside any concerns, responsibilities, or tasks, and reconnect with the calm and loving energy of Spirit. As I close my eyes, I become aware of my body and relax each part of it, from my head to my toes. I surrender all of me to the Silence. Its power restores me—body, mind, and soul. I am rested and refreshed.

Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.—Matthew 11:

Painting #620 by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"FLORAL IN BRASS POT"

Painting #620 of 1181 paintings / Oil on Linen/ (30"x 24") September, 2000  SOLD

"This is the first painting up this morning as I'm scanning them now from old photos.  I Am so glad that I photographed right from the beginning (1987) of my years of painting.  I did not know how to use a computer yet. . . . . or a camera very well."  Karl and I were living in our beautiful home in Key Colony Beach, Florida when I did this painting.  My memories are so very good of that time in life and I'm truly them.   This summer of 2014 is especially good for me and I wish that to be also for everyone of you."

Below is from Unity's  "Daily Word"        

Camaraderie               Saturday, July 26, 2014

The love of God is expressed through my friends.

One way the love of God expresses is through friendship. I feel valued and valuable as I connect with my friends. They deepen my experience of life, and our camaraderie is mutually supportive.

With encouraging words and supportive actions, we lift one another’s spirits. We share times of joy and adversity, growing together in friendship. We accept each other as we are and hold faith in positive outcomes for one another. We share a love that has no opposition, only respect, kindness, and a sense of ease.

As I encourage, reassure, or console a friend, I am expressing Divine Love and that love is expressed back to me.

All of you, have unity of spirit, sympathy, love for one another, a tender heart, and a humble mind.—1 Peter 3:8

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Oil painting "Tangerine" by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"TANGERINE"

Painting #1011   Oil on linen on board    (12"x16")   Painted in 2008                 SOLD

From "The Daily Word"

Tuesday, December 31, 2013

BOUNDLESS

I grow boundlessly in Christ Consciousness.

As a spiritual being, I am not bound by the past. Every day is a new beginning. Each new year brings boundless opportunities for growing in Christ Consciousness as I deepen my relationship with God.

I gratefully release the past, appreciating all that contributed to my current spiritual awareness. With expectancy, I turn my thoughts to the riches of the coming year.

I aspire to live a Christ-centered life. Whatever my possessions or social status, my wealth is found in kindness, forgiveness, and wholeness. I seek first the kingdom of God, and I am enfolded in boundless Christ Love. With heart and mind open, I give and receive boundless riches in the coming new year!

This grace was given to me to bring to the Gentiles the news of the boundless riches of Christ. —Ephesians 3:8

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"A Mother's Love" Oil Painting by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"A Mother's Love"

Painting #561 of 1179 Paintings / Oil on linen  (30"x24")  Painted November, 1999  

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Art & The Spiritual Quest by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"Onions & Cantalope"

Painting #501 of 1179 Paintings   Oil on linen  (24"x30")   Painted September, 

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Archived Artwork / Spiritual Quest / by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"Jessica & Macy"

Painting #241 of 1179 Paintings / Oil on linen  (30"x40") / Painted, September, 

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Retreat at Unity Village, MO by Artist, NORA KASTEN

"Artistic Expressions"

Painting #20 of 1179 to date.  Painted in Summer, 1988  Oil on linen  (24"x30")   SOLD

Labyrinth at Unity Village, MO  June 20, 2013

Rose Garden at Unity Village, MO   June 20, 2013

"The retreat and workshop "Living Originally" led by the Unity minister, Robert Brumet, at Unity Village, MO was a wonderful experience for me (and 96 others).  The main thing that I learned about "living originally" is that our lives are being transformed in the process.  We have been translating spiritually but now we are being transformed.    

The LOVE of God, Holy Spirit, was a constant and of course everyone felt this Love in all and for all throughout our time together.  It continues though we have all gone our separate ways.

At the workshop, I met a woman who receives messages from the other side as I have since last January, 2013.  This gift has been hers for many years now, since she was a child, and she was very helpful in explaining it to me.  An author she reccommended and a big help is Sonia Choquette and I've read several of her books . . . .  that's one reason I haven't had time to post to the blog.  I will do better because I really do want to share my experiences and what I am learning spiritually.

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At The Beach / Artist, NORA KASTEN

"Bouquet In Blue Vase"

                                                              Oil on Linen   (7"x5")                     SOLD

Late afternoon on Naples Beach at 4th Avenue South

"This is all I carry onto the beach for enjoying a restful couple hours and then a 30 minute walk.

The IPad Mini, with all my downloaded audio books and also books on Kindle along with the IPhone are in the beach bag.  Today I'm listening to "Unfinished Business" by James Van Praagh and I can identify with much of what he says.

This coming Monday, June 17, I am going to Unity Village, MO, the Unity World Headquarters, for a four day retreat.   It is located just outside of Kansas City.  Since this will be my first visit to Kansas City and also Unity Village I plan to spend ten days.  

The Unity minister leading the retreat "Living Originally" is Robert Brumet and he is the author of three books that I've read recently.  They are "The Quest For Wholeness",  "Birthing A Greater Reality" and "So You Find Yourself In Transition".  They all have been perfect for me.  I'm reminded of . . . . "When the student is ready, the teacher will come".

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