09/12/2026
September 13, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
Unity of Gulfport
Rev. Judy Voght
Being Fully Alive
Allowing a Deeper Life to Unfold
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“To be fully alive, fully human, and completely awake is to be continually thrown out of the nest. To live fully is to be always in no-man's-land, to experience each moment as completely new and fresh. To live is to be willing to die over and over again. ” - Pema Chödrön
Embracing Change and Growth
Life is inherently dynamic, and being fully alive requires accepting change and uncertainty. It involves stepping out of comfort zones, facing challenges, and continually evolving. This openness to transformation allows you to experience life as fresh and meaningful, cultivating resilience and a sense of vitality
Practical Ways to Cultivate Aliveness
Practice mindfulness and gratitude to heighten awareness of the present.
Pursue activities that challenge and excite you.
Build and nurture meaningful relationships.
Reflect on your purpose and align actions with your values.
Embrace both joy and suffering as integral parts of life.
Being fully alive is a holistic state where mind, body, and spirit are engaged, and life is experienced with depth, meaning, and connection. It is about living intentionally, appreciating the richness of existence, and contributing positively to the world around you.
Jesus said:“I came that they may have life.
Not merely exist, but live fully, abundantly, joyfully.
Awake to the wonder and possibility of life.
The question before us today is simple:
What does it mean to be fully alive?
