Sermons

Victory Demands the Courage of Conviction

Does a loved one oppose your spiritual interests and involvement? Both in general and particularly among Ananda members, the unorthodox nature of the path of yoga and meditation can incite resistance, doubts, and sarcasm from a spouse or another person close to you.    Fact is, however, the world itself opposes the path of awakening to higher and non-material realities. … Read More

Sermons

Ego – Friend or Foe?

The Invisible Man! We are taught to overcome the ego: does that mean we should aspire to be a wishy-washy wimp? Hardly! Saints have power, courage, energy, creativity, and an indomitable will. And yes, also great wisdom and compassion. As our soul’s identity expands beyond the ego (and the body), our consciousness moves towards Infinity? What could be greater than … Read More