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==Session==

==Session==

===Opening===

===Opening===

Good evening to all of you! This is Tarkas, your [[friend]] and [[teacher]]. What a [[wonderful]] group on such a wonderful day. And our dear friend from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pittsburgh,_Pennsylvania Pittsburgh] visiting, telling you of all those [[exciting]] things.

Good evening to all of you! This is Tarkas, your [[friend]] and [[teacher]]. What a [[wonderful]] group on such a wonderful day. And our dear friend from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pittsburgh,_Pennsylvania Pittsburgh] visiting, telling you of all those [[exciting]] things.

It has been wonderful seeing you [[share]] your [[thoughts]] and [[ideas]] . .. And I would [[confirm]] that your [[angels]] can, indeed, make you [[feel]] [[strong]] tingles and sensations, and even break into [[smiles]] or broad grins, which can be sometimes disconcerting to those around you.

It has been wonderful seeing you [[share]] your [[thoughts]] and [[ideas]] . .. And I would [[confirm]] that your [[angels]] can, indeed, make you [[feel]] [[strong]] tingles and sensations, and even break into [[smiles]] or broad grins, which can be sometimes disconcerting to those around you.

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

The [[spiritual]] [[energy]] is [[quickening]] on [[Urantia]], and it is time for you [[individually]] and [[collectively]] to move forward in the [[Teaching Mission]] and take a bold new step of [[faith]] to [[represent]] strongly the love of Christ [[Michael]]. We have been together for around a year and during that time we have coalesced, we have made [[progress]] in fits and starts, and we have boiled the group down to an [[essence]] that we can now grow [[confidently]] with a strong [[foundation]] for moving forward.

The [[spiritual]] [[energy]] is [[quickening]] on [[Urantia]], and it is time for you [[individually]] and [[collectively]] to move forward in the [[Teaching Mission]] and take a bold new step of [[faith]] to [[represent]] strongly the love of Christ [[Michael]]. We have been together for around a year and during that time we have coalesced, we have made [[progress]] in fits and starts, and we have boiled the group down to an [[essence]] that we can now grow [[confidently]] with a strong [[foundation]] for moving forward.

I would ask you to also [[consider]] this second [[phase]] of the Teaching Mission which you will embark upon in the [[light]] of Christ [[Michael]]'s mission on your troubled world as [[Jesus]]. You will recall how he lived his life in [[perfect]] [[balance]], always having the [[patience]] and time and [[forbearance]] to handle all of the work that you, as [[humans]], [[share]] with him. Working for a living, working to raise a [[family]], the [[experience]] of [[parenthood]]. Jesus lived all these things as you do. In the way that he lived his life in perfect [[balance]] is what we would ask you to [[aspire]] to in the second [[phase]] of [[the mission]].

I would ask you to also [[consider]] this second [[phase]] of the Teaching Mission which you will embark upon in the [[light]] of Christ [[Michael]]'s mission on your troubled world as [[Jesus]]. You will recall how he lived his life in [[perfect]] [[balance]], always having the [[patience]] and time and [[forbearance]] to handle all of the work that you, as [[humans]], [[share]] with him. Working for a living, working to raise a [[family]], the [[experience]] of [[parenthood]]. Jesus lived all these things as you do. In the way that he lived his life in perfect [[balance]] is what we would ask you to [[aspire]] to in the second [[phase]] of [[the mission]].

Did you ever [[imagine]] that you would ever be working for [[Jesus]]? That you would be among the few, at this time, to pave the way for [[Return of Michael|his coming again]]? Such a remarkable [[opportunity]], and in [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=UB#Part_IV._The_Life_and_Teachings_of_Jesus the life of Jesus], we see the [[manner]] in which he taught, we see the personal ministry, day by day, that he administered long before the time when the [[public]] ministry was at hand.

Did you ever [[imagine]] that you would ever be working for [[Jesus]]? That you would be among the few, at this time, to pave the way for [[Return of Michael|his coming again]]? Such a remarkable [[opportunity]], and in [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=UB#Part_IV._The_Life_and_Teachings_of_Jesus the life of Jesus], we see the [[manner]] in which he taught, we see the personal ministry, day by day, that he administered long before the time when the [[public]] ministry was at hand.

This is where we ask you to start, as members of this [[strong]], [[healthy]], and loving group here in Cincinnati. We would ask that you continue, first of all, with the [[work]] from the very first day . .... This is an [[essential]] first lesson and abiding lesson for all of us. Beyond this, we would ask that you begin to [[choose]] a particular task within [[the mission]] that suits your [[talents]] and aptitude.

This is where we ask you to start, as members of this [[strong]], [[healthy]], and loving group here in Cincinnati. We would ask that you continue, first of all, with the [[work]] from the very first day . .... This is an [[essential]] first lesson and abiding lesson for all of us. Beyond this, we would ask that you begin to [[choose]] a particular task within [[the mission]] that suits your [[talents]] and aptitude.

By now you know that we are not here to make [[decisions]] for you and will not impede your [[free will]] in any way whatsoever.  And so the great [[changes]] that will be made in your world will be made by you, and you can be justly [[proud]]. We are here to provide the [[inspiration]], the spiritual [[insights]], [[wisdom]] and [[comfort]] that you need to [[strengthen]] you in this resolve.

By now you know that we are not here to make [[decisions]] for you and will not impede your [[free will]] in any way whatsoever.  And so the great [[changes]] that will be made in your world will be made by you, and you can be justly [[proud]]. We are here to provide the [[inspiration]], the spiritual [[insights]], [[wisdom]] and [[comfort]] that you need to [[strengthen]] you in this resolve.

If it would be helpful, I would suggest that in [[recognizing]] that you are indeed wanting to be a part of [[this mission]], that you [[think]] of yourself as [[representing]] Christ [[Michael]] every day. [[Imagine]], if you will, [[angels]] coming down to clothe you in [[beautiful]] gowns of white. And as you wear this white, this beautiful gown about you in your daily [[activities]], [[imagine]] yourself as being clothed in the [[purity]], [[beauty]], and [[love]] of Christ [[Michael]]. And that you are looking for [[opportunities]] to represent [[his mission]] and to hasten the time of his return. Perhaps, if you see yourself in this [[light]], you will try to keep in your mind the [[purity]] of [[thought]], the purity of [[purpose]], the love of God inside your [[hearts]], as you go about your daily tasks.

If it would be helpful, I would suggest that in [[recognizing]] that you are indeed wanting to be a part of [[this mission]], that you [[think]] of yourself as [[representing]] Christ [[Michael]] every day. [[Imagine]], if you will, [[angels]] coming down to clothe you in [[beautiful]] gowns of white. And as you wear this white, this beautiful gown about you in your daily [[activities]], [[imagine]] yourself as being clothed in the [[purity]], [[beauty]], and [[love]] of Christ [[Michael]]. And that you are looking for [[opportunities]] to represent his mission and to hasten the time of his return. Perhaps, if you see yourself in this [[light]], you will try to keep in your mind the [[purity]] of [[thought]], the purity of [[purpose]], the love of God inside your [[hearts]], as you go about your daily tasks.

This will be a [[powerful]] [[weapon]] to strike down the numerous [[temptations]], noises, and rattles of the day. This is your effective shield, for you walk in [[goodness]], [[beauty]], and [[mercy]]. And if you would take on this [[phase]] of [[the mission]], I ask you to take it seriously or not at all. Your [[actions]] are what truly speaks for the mission. It is not [[intentions]] that will get the job done of making [[planetary]] [[change]].

This will be a [[powerful]] [[weapon]] to strike down the numerous [[temptations]], noises, and rattles of the day. This is your effective shield, for you walk in [[goodness]], [[beauty]], and [[mercy]]. And if you would take on this [[phase]] of [[the mission]], I ask you to take it seriously or not at all. Your [[actions]] are what truly speaks for the mission. It is not [[intentions]] that will get the job done of making [[planetary]] [[change]].

While [[sojourning]] here I have heard much, too much, useless and futile recitals of the many [[problems]] of [[your world]], the hopeless condition of many people, and [[cynicism]] that the [[leadership]] is too [[corrupt]] to make these [[changes]]. Indeed the task is large and I would remind you that [[individually]] is where you will [[achieve]]. You can save the [[worries]] about [[the planet]]’s overall condition to others within the mission who are working [[diligently]] to bring about [[changes]].

While [[sojourning]] here I have heard much, too much, useless and futile recitals of the many [[problems]] of [[your world]], the hopeless condition of many people, and [[cynicism]] that the [[leadership]] is too [[corrupt]] to make these [[changes]]. Indeed the task is large and I would remind you that [[individually]] is where you will [[achieve]]. You can save the [[worries]] about [[the planet]]’s overall condition to others within the mission who are working [[diligently]] to bring about [[changes]].

You see these changes now in every part of the world. These changes will indeed [[accelerate]] as your [[consciousness]] is raised. As has been said before, there is a [[pressure]] building in which will be a great many final [[dispositions]] -- those among you who have either gone [[insane]] or have reached inside for the spiritual [[strength]] that will save them. You see [[evidence]] of the madness about you. This is part of the [[disintegration]] that inevitably must occur when changes are being made of great [[magnitude]].

You see these changes now in every part of the world. These changes will indeed [[accelerate]] as your [[consciousness]] is raised. As has been said before, there is a [[pressure]] building in which will be a great many final dispositions -- those among you who have either gone [[insane]] or have reached inside for the spiritual [[strength]] that will save them. You see [[evidence]] of the madness about you. This is part of the disintegration that inevitably must occur when changes are being made of great [[magnitude]].

The [[spiritual]] [[energies]] and other energies around [[Urantia]] are changing constantly. On the [[positive]] side, you are among those who are [[aware]] of the spiritual reality of [[the universe]]. You have [[embraced]] [[love]] as the overpowering [[influence]]. [[The Father]]'s love will not only maintain your equilibrium or [[balance]], for which you have a great head start, but you will excel as [[leaders]] in making the world ready for Christ [[Michael's return]].

The [[spiritual]] [[energies]] and other energies around [[Urantia]] are changing constantly. On the [[positive]] side, you are among those who are [[aware]] of the spiritual reality of [[the universe]]. You have [[embraced]] [[love]] as the overpowering [[influence]]. [[The Father]]'s love will not only maintain your equilibrium or [[balance]], for which you have a great head start, but you will excel as [[leaders]] in making the world ready for Christ [[Michael's return]].

So, the [[analogies]] I would make regarding [[judgments]] is that you know you cannot harbor [[angry]] resentments against your [[brothers and sisters]] if you wish to continue in [[the mission]] as an evolving spiritual force. [[Question]] every [[decision]] you make. I know many of you have done so. Question every [[judgment]] you have made to see if you have been [[fair]] and that you are being [[embraced]] in [[the Father]]'s [[love]] in making that judgment.

So, the [[analogies]] I would make regarding [[judgments]] is that you know you cannot harbor [[angry]] resentments against your [[brothers and sisters]] if you wish to continue in [[the mission]] as an evolving spiritual force. [[Question]] every [[decision]] you make. I know many of you have done so. Question every [[judgment]] you have made to see if you have been [[fair]] and that you are being [[embraced]] in [[the Father]]'s [[love]] in making that judgment.

We will continue to be cognizant of this in keeping with [[Jesus]]'s teachings, which I would [[encourage]] you to reread, in the [[Paper 138 - Training the Kingdom's Messengers|sections regarding personal ministry]], which you now [[share]] with him. See how he approached this. Not in a [[judgmental]] [[manner]] to those who came to him, no matter who they might be. For he looked at [[mankind]] as being [[weak]] and [[confused]], stymied and [[frustrated]] from the many [[problems]] that had been wrought from your [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=UB#Part_III._The_History_of_Urantia unfortunate history]. He did not look at them as [[wicked]], [[evil]]. This was only an aberration called forth and forced upon you by [[the rebellion]].

We will continue to be cognizant of this in keeping with [[Jesus]]'s teachings, which I would [[encourage]] you to reread, in the [[Paper 138 - Training the Kingdom's Messengers|sections regarding personal ministry]], which you now [[share]] with him. See how he approached this. Not in a [[judgmental]] [[manner]] to those who came to him, no matter who they might be. For he looked at [[mankind]] as being [[weak]] and [[confused]], stymied and [[frustrated]] from the many [[problems]] that had been wrought from your [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=UB#Part_III._The_History_of_Urantia unfortunate history]. He did not look at them as [[wicked]], [[evil]]. This was only an aberration called forth and forced upon you by [[the rebellion]].

We must now move far beyond the [[legacy]] of [[Lucifer]]. What you see here and there must be steeped in the [[realization]] that you will apply spiritual [[truths]] to your lives every day, to everyone that you meet. This is what we ask of you. And we [[understand]] that this is no easy task. Just as seeking the [[stillness]] has been a difficult task for many of you as well. But I [[assure]] you, by doing so, you will be aptly rewarded.

We must now move far beyond the [[legacy]] of [[Lucifer]]. What you see here and there must be steeped in the [[realization]] that you will apply spiritual [[truths]] to your lives every day, to everyone that you meet. This is what we ask of you. And we [[understand]] that this is no easy task. Just as seeking the [[stillness]] has been a difficult task for many of you as well. But I [[assure]] you, by doing so, you will be aptly rewarded.

TARKAS: In a [[beautiful]], [[morontia]] form, [[modified]] to a very infinite degree. Such a beautiful appearance, you cannot imagine.

TARKAS: In a [[beautiful]], [[morontia]] form, [[modified]] to a very infinite degree. Such a beautiful appearance, you cannot imagine.

QUESTION: Tarkas, what about the people who are not following in a way that is conducive to [[peace]] and [[harmony]]? I don't feel [[anger]] or hatred towards them, but if I came upon one I would have to [[defend]] myself. What will happen to them? I am so [[angry]] when I see the [[raping]] and pillaging occurring in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somaila Somalia] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bosnia Bosnia]. I'm not angry with those people, but I wouldn't feel bad if something happened to right things. I'm not sure what my question is. Should I feel bad for not [[feeling]] bad for those people?

QUESTION: Tarkas, what about the people who are not following in a way that is conducive to [[peace]] and [[harmony]]? I don't feel [[anger]] or hatred towards them, but if I came upon one I would have to [[defend]] myself. What will happen to them? I am so [[angry]] when I see the [[raping]] and pillaging occurring in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somaila Somalia] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bosnia Bosnia]. I'm not angry with those people, but I wouldn't feel bad if something happened to right things. I'm not sure what my question is. Should I feel bad for not [[feeling]] bad for those people?

TARKAS: From a broad [[perspective]], I would say that it is quite difficult to live on a [[planet]] which has had so much [[turmoil]] and should, in all rightness, have [[progressed]] much further. It is rather a mixed [[blessing]], as we have said before. From our perspective, which I realize can never be yours, we see so much [[opportunity]] here for [[service]], [[literally]], everywhere that you turn. We have learned that through [[service]], through the giving of [[love]], there is much [[joy]] to be reaped. So, the more you give, the more [[received]], and therefore we want to continue working in this [[beautiful]] and brilliant, spiritual [[light]] and [[hope]] that, in my case, you can [[reflect]] just a part of it.

TARKAS: From a broad [[perspective]], I would say that it is quite difficult to live on a [[planet]] which has had so much [[turmoil]] and should, in all rightness, have [[progressed]] much further. It is rather a mixed [[blessing]], as we have said before. From our perspective, which I realize can never be yours, we see so much [[opportunity]] here for [[service]], [[literally]], everywhere that you turn. We have learned that through [[service]], through the giving of [[love]], there is much [[joy]] to be reaped. So, the more you give, the more [[received]], and therefore we want to continue working in this [[beautiful]] and brilliant, spiritual [[light]] and [[hope]] that, in my case, you can [[reflect]] just a part of it.

There is much to do. As [[free will]] [[creatures]], you must make [[decisions]] daily as to where your inroads are, to reach forward and make a step in behalf of [[the mission]]. [[Listen]] to the [[voice]] or [[impression]] inside you when opportunities arise. [[Guidance]] will be there. You will know what is right for you have much spiritual help inside and out, enough to help make these [[decisions]]. As you go out in your [[imaginary]] white gowns, you will know that we are with you.

There is much to do. As [[free will]] [[creatures]], you must make [[decisions]] daily as to where your inroads are, to reach forward and make a step in behalf of [[the mission]]. [[Listen]] to the [[voice]] or [[impression]] inside you when opportunities arise. [[Guidance]] will be there. You will know what is right for you have much spiritual help inside and out, enough to help make these [[decisions]]. As you go out in your [[imaginary]] white gowns, you will know that we are with you.

 

QUESTION: (unintelligible, concerning Michael’s return)

QUESTION: (unintelligible, concerning Michael’s return)

I am working on my [[metaphors]].

I am working on my [[metaphors]].

TARKAS: This is a very [[difficult]] question for me to [[answer]]. I can say that the diaries are essentially authentic and that [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_John_Paul_II Pope John] was a great, an unusually great, [[leader]] of your church who was truly [[inspired]] in wondrous ways.

 

TARKAS: This is a very [[difficult]] question for me to [[answer]]. I can say that the diaries are essentially authentic and that [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_John_Paul_II Pope John] was a great, an unusually great, [[leader]] of your church who was truly [[inspired]] in wondrous ways.

I cannot say that the timetables will be accurate, although I cannot say that they will not be. As you know, we are not in the same time [[references]] as you, and [[events]] are always predicated on a number of other human events having occurred, so that it works in a [[chain reaction]]. If certain events have happened, certain [[achievements]] have been made, certain steps will be taken. And this is the [[logical]] next step based on these [[parameters]].

I cannot say that the timetables will be accurate, although I cannot say that they will not be. As you know, we are not in the same time [[references]] as you, and [[events]] are always predicated on a number of other human events having occurred, so that it works in a [[chain reaction]]. If certain events have happened, certain [[achievements]] have been made, certain steps will be taken. And this is the [[logical]] next step based on these [[parameters]].

And so, so-called [[time]] can be somewhat [[fluid]], although I would not say that the times would not be followed for we have very strong [[forces]] at work. There is no stronger force in this universe than Christ [[Michael]] and the reclamation of [[the rebellion]]. If the schedules can be met, perhaps Christ [[Michael]] and the [[Melchizedecks]], and all of the [[personalities]] working on his behalf can make them. Many times, as it is with you, we have to wait and see.

And so, so-called [[time]] can be somewhat [[fluid]], although I would not say that the times would not be followed for we have very strong [[forces]] at work. There is no stronger force in this universe than Christ [[Michael]] and the reclamation of [[the rebellion]]. If the schedules can be met, perhaps Christ [[Michael]] and the [[Melchizedeks]], and all of the [[personalities]] working on his behalf can make them. Many times, as it is with you, we have to wait and see.

I will say these [[diaries]] have caused a great deal of [[conversation]] among mission planners who have much greater [[responsibilities]] than I. I am not at [[liberty]] to say much more concerning this [[revelation]]. Isn't it fortunate and exciting to live in these quickening times? All of you can [[literally]] feel the [[changes]] happening all around us.

I will say these [[diaries]] have caused a great deal of [[conversation]] among mission planners who have much greater [[responsibilities]] than I. I am not at [[liberty]] to say much more concerning this [[revelation]]. Isn't it fortunate and exciting to live in these quickening times? All of you can [[literally]] feel the [[changes]] happening all around us.

We [[trust]] you to use the [[guidance]] of the spiritual [[influences]] here, especially the [[Spirit of Truth]], to make [[decisions]] day by day that will guide your lives. I assure you, you will be making many of the right ones if you live in [[the Father]]'s [[love]].

We [[trust]] you to use the [[guidance]] of the spiritual [[influences]] here, especially the [[Spirit of Truth]], to make [[decisions]] day by day that will guide your lives. I assure you, you will be making many of the right ones if you live in [[the Father]]'s [[love]].

 

 

QUESTION: Recently in Cincinnati, a fellow on crack cocaine [[murdered]] his second mother in order to get her [[money]]. I don't have much [[feeling]] for him and the [[jury]] gave him life [[imprisonment]]. I felt he didn't deserve to live. Should I be more [[forgiving]]? Do I have a right to protect [[society]] and eliminate him? Do you have a [[feeling]] on this?

QUESTION: Recently in Cincinnati, a fellow on crack cocaine [[murdered]] his second mother in order to get her [[money]]. I don't have much [[feeling]] for him and the [[jury]] gave him life [[imprisonment]]. I felt he didn't deserve to live. Should I be more [[forgiving]]? Do I have a right to protect [[society]] and eliminate him? Do you have a [[feeling]] on this?

TARKAS: Perhaps not a feeling, but it is a [[topic]] I would be . .. almost pleased to [[discuss]]. This is a difficult question and I would approach it from two [[standpoints]]. Yes, you should [[forgive]] this wicked wretch, and yes, you should work toward his [[rehabilitation]]. There is a great emphasis on punishment of [[criminals]] on your world and very little [[attention]] to rehabilitation. Many people say that these people cannot be rehabilitated and that they should be imprisoned or exterminated.

TARKAS: Perhaps not a feeling, but it is a [[topic]] I would be . .. almost pleased to [[discuss]]. This is a difficult question and I would approach it from two [[standpoints]]. Yes, you should [[forgive]] this wicked wretch, and yes, you should work toward his [[rehabilitation]]. There is a great emphasis on punishment of [[criminals]] on your world and very little [[attention]] to rehabilitation. Many people say that these people cannot be rehabilitated and that they should be imprisoned or exterminated.

On [[evolving worlds]] such as yours, it is your [[responsibility]] and your [[free will]] choices that build the [[institutions]] that do these things. Your institutions are [[prisons]] and execution chambers and this is how you've chosen it to be. But as you approach an era of [[light and life]], you will begin to realize that these are not solutions to your [[problems]], but only painful complications. Your [[prisons]] have become breeding grounds for [[evil]] and your [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capital_punishment execution chambers] do nothing except traumatize the people involved.

On [[evolving worlds]] such as yours, it is your [[responsibility]] and your [[free will]] choices that build the [[institutions]] that do these things. Your institutions are [[prisons]] and execution chambers and this is how you've chosen it to be. But as you approach an era of [[light and life]], you will begin to realize that these are not solutions to your [[problems]], but only painful complications. Your [[prisons]] have become breeding grounds for [[evil]] and your [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capital_punishment execution chambers] do nothing except traumatize the people involved.

Rehabilitation is possible, but not with the [[skills]] you have today. We are working ultimately to a [[spiritualization]] of [[your planet]]. [[Eventually]], a [[spiritual]] [[dimension]] should be added to all of your [[institutions]]. You should not be afraid to mix [[spirituality]] and recognition of the heavenly Father with any of your [[institutions]]. This will guide you, ultimately, into a framework for rehabilitation whereby people who have [[erred]] and committed [[crimes]] can be administered in a rehabilitative facility.

Rehabilitation is possible, but not with the [[skills]] you have today. We are working ultimately to a [[spiritualization]] of [[your planet]]. [[Eventually]], a [[spiritual]] [[dimension]] should be added to all of your [[institutions]]. You should not be afraid to mix [[spirituality]] and recognition of the heavenly Father with any of your [[institutions]]. This will guide you, ultimately, into a framework for rehabilitation whereby people who have [[erred]] and committed [[crimes]] can be administered in a rehabilitative facility.

It is a very good lesson that you have given us, [[hopefully]] reinforcing the [[thought]] that day-by-day there are ways that you can make a [[difference]]. There is so much need right within your grasp. I would suggest that the big [[problems]] not cause you [[worry]], and that you not be so concerned that you [[step]] out and work for causes that are truly futile and are not in the spiritual mission.

It is a very good lesson that you have given us, [[hopefully]] reinforcing the [[thought]] that day-by-day there are ways that you can make a [[difference]]. There is so much need right within your grasp. I would suggest that the big [[problems]] not cause you [[worry]], and that you not be so concerned that you [[step]] out and work for causes that are truly futile and are not in the spiritual mission.

I should [[clarify]] this. Sometimes when the [[topic]] is raised there is the [[danger]] of misunderstanding. I did not [[intend]] to say that you should not minister to the [[criminals]] on your [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_row death rows] with the [[love]] of [[the Father]] and work [[diligently]] to do what we can to give spiritual [[comfort]]. Once they pass over, then it is in other hands. To bring a [[wicked]] person to the [[love]] of [[the Father]] in this life is an accomplishment to be [[proud]]. It would serve this condemned [[prisoner]] very well on the other side.

I should [[clarify]] this. Sometimes when the [[topic]] is raised there is the [[danger]] of misunderstanding. I did not [[intend]] to say that you should not minister to the [[criminals]] on your [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_row death rows] with the [[love]] of [[the Father]] and work [[diligently]] to do what we can to give spiritual [[comfort]]. Once they pass over, then it is in other hands. To bring a [[wicked]] person to the [[love]] of [[the Father]] in this life is an accomplishment to be [[proud]]. It would serve this condemned [[prisoner]] very well on the other side.

I know that final [[judgments]] are made for many reasons, and it is not our place to [[speculate]]. As long as your [[brothers and sisters]] are with you in this [[life]], you do have an ultimate [[responsibility]] to [[share]] with them [[the Father]]'s [[love]] if the [[opportunity]] presents itself.

I know that final [[judgments]] are made for many reasons, and it is not our place to [[speculate]]. As long as your [[brothers and sisters]] are with you in this [[life]], you do have an ultimate [[responsibility]] to [[share]] with them [[the Father]]'s [[love]] if the [[opportunity]] presents itself.

HUMAN: I have tried to identify with a [[person]] in [[prison]] in order to have [[compassion]]. How horrible for that person who has turned away from their [[Thought Adjuster]]s and [[God]]'s [[love]]. They need someone who can find that [[spark]] of [[light]] within them that they cannot see. Think of the child within them. Help them [[forgive]] themselves.

HUMAN: I have tried to identify with a [[person]] in [[prison]] in order to have [[compassion]]. How horrible for that person who has turned away from their [[Thought Adjuster]]s and [[God]]'s [[love]]. They need someone who can find that [[spark]] of [[light]] within them that they cannot see. Think of the child within them. Help them [[forgive]] themselves.

TARKAS: This is a very [[beautiful]] lesson that you have given and you are [[absolutely]] correct. We should remember that every person on [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_row death row] was once a [[beautiful]] and [[innocent]] [[baby]] imbued with the [[purity]] and [[goodness]] of the infant. And yet life on [[Urantia|your troubled world]], the breakdown of [[spirituality]], the exclusion of spiritual thinking in your [[institutions]], the failures of your [[schools]], and the failures, most of all, of the [[family]] structure, have formed the condemned [[criminal]] who sits there in [[judgment]]. In many cases, the [[burden]] of his [[guilt]] is worse than the punishment that can be inflicted.

TARKAS: This is a very [[beautiful]] lesson that you have given and you are [[absolutely]] correct. We should remember that every person on [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_row death row] was once a [[beautiful]] and [[innocent]] [[baby]] imbued with the [[purity]] and [[goodness]] of the infant. And yet life on [[Urantia|your troubled world]], the breakdown of [[spirituality]], the exclusion of spiritual thinking in your [[institutions]], the failures of your [[schools]], and the failures, most of all, of the [[family]] structure, have formed the condemned [[criminal]] who sits there in [[judgment]]. In many cases, the [[burden]] of his [[guilt]] is worse than the punishment that can be inflicted.

In these [[institutions]] that you have, the matter of [[judgments]] continues to come up. I suggest that in your present state you are judging people too harshly, you are finding no inner [[goodness]] and you have [[devoted]] too few [[resources]] for rehabilitation of these people and giving them an influx of [[love]] and [[understanding]]. Your world suffers from many deficient [[genetic]] strains and these people cause many [[problems]] that could be avoided by working with them early in a strong spiritual [[home]]. This is much of what [[the mission]] is about.

In these [[institutions]] that you have, the matter of [[judgments]] continues to come up. I suggest that in your present state you are judging people too harshly, you are finding no inner [[goodness]] and you have [[devoted]] too few [[resources]] for rehabilitation of these people and giving them an influx of [[love]] and [[understanding]]. Your world suffers from many deficient [[genetic]] strains and these people cause many [[problems]] that could be avoided by working with them early in a strong spiritual [[home]]. This is much of what [[the mission]] is about.

QUESTION: I have never [[believed]] that [[childbirth]] should be [[painful]]. Why is the [[joy]] of giving birth associated with pain?

QUESTION: I have never [[believed]] that [[childbirth]] should be [[painful]]. Why is the [[joy]] of giving birth associated with pain?

TARKAS: I am not entirely [[free]] to discuss this subject in any depth, but I will say the [[miracle]] of [[childbirth]] on planets that are settled in [[light and life]] is much easier and much more joyful than on your troubled world. There is a [[legacy]] here as well which I will not endeavor to [[explain]], but there are many aspects of your [[being]] which were influenced by the [[Lucifer rebellion]]. You will recall that these [[evil]] forces were in [[control]] for some [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_evolution 200,000 years]. You realize how vast this time is in the [[context]] in which you see time. I can only say that this [[pain]] is part of your mortal lives at this [[stage]] of your development on [[Urantia]].

TARKAS: I am not entirely [[free]] to discuss this subject in any depth, but I will say the [[miracle]] of [[childbirth]] on planets that are settled in [[light and life]] is much easier and much more joyful than on your troubled world. There is a [[legacy]] here as well which I will not endeavor to [[explain]], but there are many aspects of your [[being]] which were influenced by the [[Lucifer rebellion]]. You will recall that these [[evil]] forces were in [[control]] for some [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_evolution 200,000 years]. You realize how vast this time is in the [[context]] in which you see time. I can only say that this [[pain]] is part of your mortal lives at this [[stage]] of your development on [[Urantia]].

I will add that, perhaps the pain and suffering, and the [[forbearance]] and [[courage]] that is required in [[childbirth]] can also make the [[joys]] and [[triumphs]] of achieving this [[miracle]] more joyful to you.

I will add that, perhaps the pain and suffering, and the [[forbearance]] and [[courage]] that is required in [[childbirth]] can also make the [[joys]] and [[triumphs]] of achieving this [[miracle]] more joyful to you.

===Closing===

===Closing===

TARKAS: I would be most pleased to visit with you in Buffalo. I have been visiting here and there with groups in recent weeks and find the variety of experiences quite fascinating. It seems that no two groups progress in exactly the same way. The opportunities and challenges are somewhat different in each case. Just as you are all different and as we are all different on this side. In our differences we love and work with one another. This is as it should be.  

TARKAS: I would be most pleased to [[visit]] with you in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buffalo,_New_York Buffalo]. I have been visiting here and there with [[groups]] in recent weeks and find the variety of [[experiences]] quite fascinating. It seems that no two groups [[progress]] in exactly the same way. The opportunities and [[challenges]] are somewhat different in each case. Just as you are all [[different]] and as we are all different on this side. In our differences we [[love]] and work with one another. This is as it should be.  

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