Power of Prosperity Series
October 2007: Zeal/Enthusiasm

Unity Church of Christianity Appleton, Wisconsin

Dear Congregant,

Last year we explored The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity by Edwene Gaines. Edwene bases her work on Charles Fillmore’s book Prosperity.

In 2007 we look at prosperity through another Charles Fillmore perspective, The Twelve Powers of Man.

Charles explains these as the attributes of God expressed through man. Each month we will take a power and see what an important part each power plays in bring abundant prosperity into our lives. As we journey into the "Twelve Powers of Prosperity," we wish you a year of abundance.

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Power of Prosperity
October 2007: Zeal/Enthusiasm

Webster’s dictionary defines “enthusiasm” as “something inspiring zeal or fervor.” Webster’s dictionary defines “zeal” as “Eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something.” Zeal is the inward fire of the soul that urges man onward, regardless of the intellectual mind of caution and conservation. Zeal/enthusiasm incites to achieve aims and ideals that the mind conceives.

One of the most remembered statement from Charles Fillmore says, “I fairly sizzle with zeal and enthusiasm and spring forth with a mighty faith to do that which is mine to do.” Charles was 94 years old. The important point in this statement is “spring forth with faith for that which was mine to do.” Many let their enthusiasm run rampant and uncontrolled to the point that they are taking care of their own spiritual growth. Zeal or enthusiasm should be tempered with the power of wisdom/judgment. This is the discerning what is mine to do that Charles talks about. We must always remember the first thing that is ours to do is our own spiritual growth, our own walk with God.

Zeal is the affirmative impulse of existence; its command is “Go forward.” Through this impulse man forms many states of mind that he tires of soon. These ideas may have served a good purpose in its time but as man catches sight of higher things zeal urges him forward to attainment. Think of the advancements man made in just the 20th century.

Inner Zeal is the power that transforms. This power incites the other mind powers to greater and greater development of a prosperity consciousness. It is what gives color to our life. Without zeal life is without zest, it would stagnate and die. Zeal directed inwardly is constant, lasting durable, quiet and peaceful.

What the Bible says:

“Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, and serve the Lord.” Romans 12:11

“For Titus not only welcomed our appeal, but he is coming to you with much enthusiasm and on his own initiative.” 2Corinthians 8:17

“Render service with enthusiasm, as to the Lord and not to men and women, 8 knowing that whatever good we do, we will receive the same again from the Lord, whether we are slaves or free.” Ephesians 6: 7

It is not good to have zeal without knowledge, nor to be hasty and miss the way. Proverbs 19:2

What Unity says:

“Energy is zeal set in motion and words of praise stir up this energy.” Catherine Ponder, The Healing Secret of the Ages

“The energy of zeal propels a continuous movement of change, for always the waters of the river are changing and new.” Christopher Jackson, New Thought for a New Millennium

“In the new economy we shall serve for the joy of serving, and prosperity will flow to us and through us in rippling streams of plenty. The supply and support that love and zeal set in motion are not largely used by man, but those who have tested this method are loud in their praise of its efficiency.” Charles Fillmore, Atom Smashing Power

Ideas for practice:

• “Take time to be holy.” Turn a portion of your zeal to God’s will to the establishing of His kingdom with in you. Do not put all your enthusiasm into teaching, preaching, healing and helping others; help yourself, teach yourself and heal yourself. Spend time in meditation on the idea of taking time to be holy. Then journal what comes up for you.
  
  
• How does zeal show up in your prosperity? Are you enthusiastic about your prosperity? Remember that praise is the quickest way to activate zeal. What are your grateful for and have your shared that with anyone? If not, try expressing enthusiastically with your prayer triad your gratitude for them and their support in your spiritual growth.
  
  
• Talk with your prayer triad about how you are using zeal in your lives. Share and pray with each other about special challenges you face.

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