by Janie-Marie Manigault, Graduate (UUMS 2025)
Picture a little girl, about seven or eight years old. Her Sunday school teacher places the lesson booklet in front of her. She reads the scripture aloud, just as she always does: “And all things ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive” (Matthew 21:22). She likes that scripture–maybe because Matthew is easy to find in the Bible, or because the numbers 21:22 are easy to remember. It doesn’t really matter. She just knows she likes it. She repeats it to her dolls and stuffed animals over and over, unknowingly embedding it deep within her subconscious. What she doesn’t know is that one day, grown-up Janie-Marie will rely on that very truth to navigate life’s challenges. Read more…
Neville Goddard said, “Words are the vehicles through which our ideas manifest.” Years later, I found myself in a difficult season, slowly losing strength in my arms and legs. A metal fork felt heavy. Dressing became a struggle. Walking even 200 steps a day was an exhausting task. But I had a key: affirmative prayer and the power of myDivinity, already planted within me through years of Spiritual practice. Today, I eat with that same metal fork, I walk an average of 3,000 steps a day, and I live in gratitude. Jeremiah 1:5 reminds me, “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you; before you were born, I sanctified you; and I ordained you a prophet to the nations.” That scripture confirms for me what I’ve come to know: I was Divine before I was born, and I am Divine now. My perseverance and the challenges I’ve faced have become the catalysts of my prophecy. They have revealed my true calling: to bring out the best in others by awakening the Divine within them.
One day, my neighbor said, “Janie, I have no excuse for not going to work—I see you get in your car every day.” That touched me. It reminded me of what Charles Fillmore, Unity’s co-founder, once said: “We must have the mind of God in all our affairs.” That moment affirmed what I know deeply—my path is one of service, a path that calls for unwavering faith, compassionate leadership, and a heartfelt commitment to Spiritual growth. Divine Spirit knew I could be a blessing, and so I walk in purpose.
My life is rooted in the eternal truth expressed by Mary Baker Eddy: “Divine Love always has met and always will meet my every human need.” I, the Divine, Janie-Marie Manigault, live the Truth. I embody Divine Order, Love, and Presence in action. I am committed to fostering an environment where others grow spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually by being an example. I love myself fully. I live by Jeremiah 1:5 as both a promise and a purpose. My challenges have shaped my testimony and made me a vessel through which others may recognize their own Divine Nature. I embody the Law of Mind Action and the Law of Attraction, and I strive to inspire self-acceptance, resilience, and harmony in others.
Through education, positive thinking, and the daily application of Divine principles, I empower those around me to discover their purpose, embrace their Divinity, and manifest their highest potential. I envision a world where Spirituality and personal growth are seamlessly woven into daily life—bringing about connection, purpose, and unity. My work centers on lifting awareness, inspiring blessings, and cultivating joyful connections within families, communities, and beyond. I live and believe in the power of thought to shape reality and the infinite potential within every soul. Faith is my foundation. Strength is my guide. Understanding is my beacon. I honor my spiritual faculties—Faith, Will, Imagination, and Love—as sacred tools for manifesting my highest good. I nurture my thoughts, deepen my learning, and stand firm in self-belief and resilience. My choices and actions shape a life of purpose, success, and fulfillment. I experience radiant health, happiness, love, success, and prosperity. This is my sacred commitment. This is my purpose. This is my JOY!!!