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===Group: [[Tallahassee TeaM]]===

===Group: [[Tallahassee TeaM]]===

==Facilitators==

==Facilitators==

===Teacher: [[Will]], [[Machiventa]]===

===Teacher: [[Will]], [[Machiventa]], [[Thicandor]], [[Onanecalek]]===

 

===TR: [[Unknown]]===

===TR: [[Unknown]]===

==Session 1==

==Session 1==

===Opening===

===Lesson===

===='''''[[Thought Adjusters]], '''''[[Words]]''''', '''''[[Seven Psychic Circles]]'''''====

===='''''[[Thought Adjusters]], '''''[[Words]]''''', '''''[[Seven Psychic Circles]]'''''====

*01/03/92 Friday p.m., message [[clarifying]] Will's New Life (new year) [[message]]

*01/03/92 Friday p.m., message [[clarifying]] Will's New Life (new year) [[message]]

Will: About the section that you labeled "the voice of the [[Adjuster]]", that was close to [[Truth]]. Here is the Truth:

Will: About the section that you labeled "the voice of the [[Adjuster]]", that was close to [[Truth]]. Here is the Truth:

You are the container. I am outside; the [[Adjuster]] is on the inside. As he [[feels]] your [[reaction]], your upward surge, at the [[reception]] of my [[words]], he maneuvers to make the most of your [[positive]] reaction. It is like the [[optical]] [[refractive]] [[effect]] of viewing an object through the [[surface]] of a [[stream]]. Things are just a little off from their [[apparent]] [[position]].

You are the container. I am outside; the [[Adjuster]] is on the inside. As he [[feels]] your [[reaction]], your upward surge, at the [[reception]] of my [[words]], he maneuvers to make the most of your [[positive]] reaction. It is like the [[optical]] [[refractive]] [[effect]] of viewing an object through the [[surface]] of a [[stream]]. Things are just a little off from their [[apparent]] position.

The [[Adjuster]] takes full [[advantage]] of this [[phenomenon]]. He can bend the [[light]], shed from my [[words]], to your [[mutual]] [[profit]]. [[Witness]] the powerful reaction to those [[words]] in you -- not from the words themselves, for they are only the [[shadow]] of what is, but from the [[influence]] of the [[Adjuster]]. Your [[reaction]] was completely due to the [[leading]] of your [[Adjuster]]. Here, the internal, external, and all- pervasive all combined to [[achieve]] one of the [[marvel]]s.

The [[Adjuster]] takes full [[advantage]] of this [[phenomenon]]. He can bend the [[light]], shed from my [[words]], to your [[mutual]] [[profit]]. [[Witness]] the powerful reaction to those [[words]] in you -- not from the words themselves, for they are only the [[shadow]] of what is, but from the [[influence]] of the [[Adjuster]]. Your [[reaction]] was completely due to the [[leading]] of your [[Adjuster]]. Here, the internal, external, and all- pervasive all combined to [[achieve]] one of the [[marvel]]s.

*01/10/91 Friday a.m., after arising, upon a [[message]] from [[Thicandor]]:

*01/10/91 Friday a.m., after arising, upon a [[message]] from [[Thicandor]]:

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

===='''''[[Thought Adjusters]]''''', '''''[[Angels]]'''''====

===='''''[[Thought Adjusters]]''''', '''''[[Guardian Angels]]'''''====

I, Thicandor, have asked you to [[commune]] with me because your teacher [[Will]] is away on another [[mission]], temporarily. I [[thank]] you for your [[attention]], particularly your [[reception]] and retention of my message in your half-[[dreaming]] state. I see now that it was useful to [[share]] [[names]], for that is why it worked. Ordinarily, our work is done in such a [[dreaming]] or half-dreaming state, and the [[mortal]] receiver either over-attributes the result or [[ignores]] it as [[random]] [[brain]] [[activity]].

I, Thicandor, have asked you to [[commune]] with me because your teacher [[Will]] is away on another [[mission]], temporarily. I [[thank]] you for your [[attention]], particularly your [[reception]] and retention of my message in your half-[[dreaming]] state. I see now that it was useful to [[share]] [[names]], for that is why it worked. Ordinarily, our work is done in such a [[dreaming]] or half-dreaming state, and the [[mortal]] receiver either over-attributes the result or [[ignores]] it as [[random]] [[brain]] [[activity]].

He knew about the times when there is nobody to talk to. When every one of those [[problems]] occurred, he called on [[the Father]], the only sure [[refuge]] of [[mortals]]. He told me about his [[experiences]]. I was astounded. My life on my [[planet]], by comparison, was so plush and so easy and his life was gritty--full of [[risks]], full of [[chances]] and exposures. So when I brought my [[irritation]] to him, he said, "What do you [[expect]]? They are [[human]]." I was astounded by his answer. Am I not a [[human]]? Of course. But after [[listening]] to his [[stories]], I was able to put my [[irritation]] aside and see that [[God]] has all the time. God has [[eternity]]. So do you. So do I. I almost felt [[ashamed]], but it was [[worth]] it because I learned something, and I [[hope]] that you [[listening]] to my [[words]] tonight have learned something also.

He knew about the times when there is nobody to talk to. When every one of those [[problems]] occurred, he called on [[the Father]], the only sure [[refuge]] of [[mortals]]. He told me about his [[experiences]]. I was astounded. My life on my [[planet]], by comparison, was so plush and so easy and his life was gritty--full of [[risks]], full of [[chances]] and exposures. So when I brought my [[irritation]] to him, he said, "What do you [[expect]]? They are [[human]]." I was astounded by his answer. Am I not a [[human]]? Of course. But after [[listening]] to his [[stories]], I was able to put my [[irritation]] aside and see that [[God]] has all the time. God has [[eternity]]. So do you. So do I. I almost felt [[ashamed]], but it was [[worth]] it because I learned something, and I [[hope]] that you [[listening]] to my [[words]] tonight have learned something also.

[[The Father]]'s table is always set. Set with things that even I do not [[recognize]]. Nothing on the Father's table is there for [[decoration]]. Notwithstanding its [[beauty]], everything on [[the Father]]'s table is [[nourishing]]. Many walk back and forth inches away [[complaining]] that their stomachs ache, they are so [[hungry]]. They are just looking in the wrong places. There are no doors on the Father's banquet hall. If you just get headed in the right direction, you cannot miss it. But, there is one [[threshold]] [[problem]]. You must begin walking.

[[The Father]]'s table is always set. Set with things that even I do not [[recognize]]. Nothing on the Father's table is there for [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Decorative_arts decoration]. Notwithstanding its [[beauty]], everything on [[the Father]]'s table is [[nourishing]]. Many walk back and forth inches away [[complaining]] that their stomachs ache, they are so [[hungry]]. They are just looking in the wrong places. There are no doors on the Father's banquet hall. If you just get headed in the right direction, you cannot miss it. But, there is one [[threshold]] [[problem]]. You must begin walking.

You must begin walking. So I see now that there are other [[perspectives]] to the [[work]] that I am asked to do. There are other ways of looking at your [[situations]], [[individual]] by individual. Actually, things are going very well. When we get [[together]] and [[compare]] notes in the instruction teams, we are always [[complimented]] with the great [[progress]] we are making. I still find it incredible that people do not take [[advantage]] of this, when it is just a matter of time.

You must begin walking. So I see now that there are other [[perspectives]] to the [[work]] that I am asked to do. There are other ways of looking at your [[situations]], [[individual]] by individual. Actually, things are going very well. When we get [[together]] and [[compare]] notes in the instruction teams, we are always [[complimented]] with the great [[progress]] we are making. I still find it incredible that people do not take [[advantage]] of this, when it is just a matter of time.

===='''''[[Experiment]]'''''====

===='''''[[Experiment]]'''''====

Like any instructional [[program]], ours has [[experimental]] aspects. Your [[planet]] in general, being a [[decimal planet]], has many unusual features. But there is a great deal of [[variety]] even in the instruction teams that presently exist. Every one is a [[prototype]]. The major [[experimental]] feature in your [[group]] is one that I have referred to a [[number]] of times before, the experimental program of the small group substituting for extended [[family]] [[relationships]]. I spend a lot of time [[thinking]] about this. It is a little tricky to pull off because certain members of your group are pressing against the fences, ready to go. We have but to open the gate and they will be off and running. It is not to anyone's detriment that such a [[development]] should take place, but I felt it was my [[duty]] to keep the group somewhat rounded up, and not let everyone get strung out, like a [[caravan]] straggling across the [[desert]]. I have said before that while the [[group]] is not being held back in any way, we did not want the [[abilities]] of certain members to outstrip those of others. The [[capabilities]] of people have nothing to do with whether or not they are able to [[receive]] [[communications]] through direct [[mental]] [[contact]]. The [[abilities]] cut across all lines of [[definition]].

Like any instructional [[program]], ours has [[experimental]] aspects. Your [[planet]] in general, being a [[decimal planet]], has many unusual features. But there is a great deal of [[variety]] even in the instruction teams that presently exist. Every one is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prototype prototype]. The major [[experimental]] feature in your [[group]] is one that I have referred to a [[number]] of times before, the experimental program of the small group substituting for extended [[family]] [[relationships]]. I spend a lot of time [[thinking]] about this. It is a little tricky to pull off because certain members of your group are pressing against the fences, ready to go. We have but to open the gate and they will be off and running. It is not to anyone's detriment that such a [[development]] should take place, but I felt it was my [[duty]] to keep the group somewhat rounded up, and not let everyone get strung out, like a [[caravan]] straggling across the [[desert]]. I have said before that while the [[group]] is not being held back in any way, we did not want the [[abilities]] of certain members to outstrip those of others. The [[capabilities]] of people have nothing to do with whether or not they are able to [[receive]] [[communications]] through direct [[mental]] [[contact]]. The [[abilities]] cut across all lines of [[definition]].

I felt it was my [[duty]] to keep the people somewhat rounded up since there are those among you who still feel [[isolated]]. That is not [[necessary]], but people cannot help how they [[feel]]. It is part of being people. It is [[virtually]] the [[definition]] of [[humanity]]. So I did not want our [[group]] to get too spread out. I was worrying about that. That is really the concern that I took to [[Michael]]. He solved it all with two words, "I [[understand]]." I think I am closer now to understanding myself, so we will let the harsh comments that I had earlier go, and I will content myself with saying, [[the Father]]'s banquet is open. His hall has no doors in it. Begin walking. Once you do that, things will [[develop]] much quicker.

I felt it was my [[duty]] to keep the people somewhat rounded up since there are those among you who still feel [[isolated]]. That is not [[necessary]], but people cannot help how they [[feel]]. It is part of being people. It is [[virtually]] the [[definition]] of [[humanity]]. So I did not want our [[group]] to get too spread out. I was worrying about that. That is really the concern that I took to [[Michael]]. He solved it all with two words, "I [[understand]]." I think I am closer now to understanding myself, so we will let the harsh comments that I had earlier go, and I will content myself with saying, [[the Father]]'s banquet is open. His hall has no doors in it. Begin walking. Once you do that, things will [[develop]] much quicker.

You have heard many [[messages]] tonight. This [[stage]] of instruction involves two major areas. The first area is: [[God]] is [[active]] within every [[person]], therefore there is no reason to [[fear]] your brothers and sisters that you encounter in life. We have asked you before to take [[risks]], to bare your chest. It is not so bad when you [[think]] about God being on the other side. He has bracketed the field. You have no more to [[fear]] from your [[neighbors]] than they have to fear from you. What we are really asking is for you to take the first step. Our 1,2,3 [[exercise]] is coming to a close. Not long now and we will have a new assignment for you.

You have heard many [[messages]] tonight. This [[stage]] of instruction involves two major areas. The first area is: [[God]] is [[active]] within every [[person]], therefore there is no reason to [[fear]] your brothers and sisters that you encounter in life. We have asked you before to take [[risks]], to bare your chest. It is not so bad when you [[think]] about God being on the other side. He has bracketed the field. You have no more to [[fear]] from your [[neighbors]] than they have to fear from you. What we are really asking is for you to take the first step. Our 1,2,3 [[exercise]] is coming to a close. Not long now and we will have a new assignment for you.

===='''''[[Contemplation]]'''''====

===='''''[[Contemplation]]'''''====

The second major aspect of our [[teaching]] at this [[point]] is the importance of [[the Father]]'s [[ministry]] through the [[Adjuster]] and the [[fact]] that we [[perform]] only some expeditious services on the [[periphery]] of that ministry. [[The Father]]'s [[personal]] [[ministry]] is the [[fundamental]] program for all [[the universes]]. After all, He has set all this in [[motion]]. [[Everything]] that exists [[reflects]] His hand at [[work]]. The scope of [[Creation]] is so vast that no mind but His can seriously entertain what His [[purpose]] is. We see but a glimmer of it and consider ourselves [[enlightened]] and lucky. We say to one another, "We have been allowed a glimpse of the [[divine]] [[plan]]," and we [[glow]] in [[gratitude]], yet it is but a grain of sand [[compared]] to the [[whole]] of His vast [[creation]]. By the time we all make it to [[Paradise]], we will know something. Therefore I [[encourage]] you, [[commune]] with [[the Father]] daily. No one in this room is doing anything more important than that. Set aside the time. Your lives are far too [[busy]]. You should begin [[resisting]] all this wasteful [[activity]], even if only for itself. But better than taking a [[rebellious]] [[attitude]], use the time profitably. There is no life [[wasted]] in [[contemplation]] of [[the Father]].

The second major aspect of our [[teaching]] at this [[point]] is the importance of [[the Father]]'s [[ministry]] through the [[Adjuster]] and the [[fact]] that we [[perform]] only some expeditious services on the [[periphery]] of that ministry. [[The Father]]'s [[personal]] [[ministry]] is the [[fundamental]] program for all [[the universes]]. After all, He has set all this in [[motion]]. [[Everything]] that exists [[reflects]] His hand at [[work]]. The scope of [[Creation]] is so vast that no mind but His can seriously entertain what His [[purpose]] is. We see but a glimmer of it and consider ourselves [[enlightened]] and lucky. We say to one another, "We have been allowed a glimpse of the [[divine]] [[plan]]," and we [[glow]] in [[gratitude]], yet it is but a grain of sand [[compared]] to the [[whole]] of His vast [[creation]]. By the time we all make it to [[Paradise]], we will know something. Therefore I [[encourage]] you, [[commune]] with [[the Father]] daily. No one in this room is doing anything more important than that. Set aside the time. Your lives are far too [[busy]]. You should begin [[resisting]] all this wasteful [[activity]], even if only for itself. But better than taking a [[rebellious]] [[attitude]], use the time profitably. There is no life [[wasted]] in [[contemplation]] of [[the Father]].

===='''''[[Service]]'''''====

===='''''[[Service]]'''''====

If you do not [[listen]], how will you ever hear His [[voice]]? So as you go through your daily [[duties]], look upon your brothers and sisters. Try to [[discern]] the [[Thought Adjuster|God-fragment]] in them. You can get close to that. Have no [[fear]] of crowding them in that regard. You [[remember]] two and three months ago when all of you sat around this table and [[thought]] to yourselves, "Why is it that life has little real [[meaning]]?" And now look at us all tonight. Now life has real [[meaning]], does it not? Now [[think]] about your brothers and sisters. They are now where you were then. They are all [[wondering]], "When is life going to begin for me?" Well, here is the answer: when you open up to that [[person]] and [[speak]] to him as if [[Jesus]] of [[Nazareth]] is standing next to you, and by your [[words]] and [[thoughts]] and every move, you are [[demonstrating]] to him that you perfectly [[understand]] his teachings, then you will have introduced that [[person]] to [[the Father]]'s [[banquet]] hall where the table is always set with delicacies that we do not even [[recognize]]. And the best part is, all of our friends will be there to enjoy it with us. It is not a [[lonely]] [[experience]]. We will all be [[together]] for [[eternity]].

If you do not [[listen]], how will you ever hear His [[voice]]? So as you go through your daily [[duties]], look upon your brothers and sisters. Try to [[discern]] the [[Thought Adjuster|God-fragment]] in them. You can get close to that. Have no [[fear]] of crowding them in that regard. You [[remember]] two and three months ago when all of you sat around this table and [[thought]] to yourselves, "Why is it that life has little real [[meaning]]?" And now look at us all tonight. Now life has real [[meaning]], does it not? Now [[think]] about your brothers and sisters. They are now where you were then. They are all [[wondering]], "When is life going to begin for me?" Well, here is the answer: when you open up to that [[person]] and [[speak]] to him as if [[Jesus]] of [[Nazareth]] is standing next to you, and by your [[words]] and [[thoughts]] and every move, you are [[demonstrating]] to him that you perfectly [[understand]] his teachings, then you will have introduced that [[person]] to [[the Father]]'s [[banquet]] hall where the table is always set with delicacies that we do not even [[recognize]]. And the best part is, all of our friends will be there to enjoy it with us. It is not a [[lonely]] [[experience]]. We will all be [[together]] for [[eternity]].

The following [[message]] is to David from his [[Seraphim]].

The following [[message]] is to David from his [[Seraphim]].

===='''''[[Idealism]]'''''====

===='''''[[Idealism]]'''''====

[[Spiritual]] [[idealism]] is NEVER inappropriate. Do not denigrate the [[sincerity]] of your [[youth]]; it is far better to begin life with [[positive]], constructive [[attitudes]] than to grow up [[cynical]] and distrustful. The [[rigors]] of life are more easily dealt with when one has such a solid [[foundation]] to build upon. You were not brought up foolishly [[naive]], but rather fortuitously [[blessed]] by having such positive [[spiritual]] [[attitudes]] taught to you in your [[youth]].

[[Spiritual]] [[idealism]] is NEVER inappropriate. Do not denigrate the [[sincerity]] of your [[youth]]; it is far better to begin life with [[positive]], constructive [[attitudes]] than to grow up [[cynical]] and distrustful. The rigors of life are more easily dealt with when one has such a solid [[foundation]] to build upon. You were not brought up foolishly [[naive]], but rather fortuitously [[blessed]] by having such positive [[spiritual]] [[attitudes]] taught to you in your [[youth]].

Do not become [[discouraged]] by your inconsistency. If you [[maintain]] your [[allegiance]] to [[divine]] [[values]], you will [[eventually]] be able to [[demonstrate]] a more [[consistent]] [[pattern]] of [[behavior]] of spiritual [[activity]]. The [[secret]] of [[progressive]] [[attainment]] is an overwhelming, relentless, [[Desire|DESIRE]] to [[know]] [[God]] better and to become more like Him. If you maintain this [[attitude]], over time your [[actions]] will [[eventually]] fall in line with your [[desires]] as naturally as water flows downhill. Nothing will be able to stop you, not even your own [[perceived]] [[character]] [[Weakness|flaws]].

Do not become [[discouraged]] by your inconsistency. If you [[maintain]] your [[allegiance]] to [[divine]] [[values]], you will [[eventually]] be able to [[demonstrate]] a more [[consistent]] [[pattern]] of [[behavior]] of spiritual [[activity]]. The [[secret]] of [[progressive]] [[attainment]] is an overwhelming, relentless, [[Desire|DESIRE]] to [[know]] [[God]] better and to become more like Him. If you maintain this [[attitude]], over time your [[actions]] will [[eventually]] fall in line with your [[desires]] as naturally as water flows downhill. Nothing will be able to stop you, not even your own [[perceived]] [[character]] [[Weakness|flaws]].

Sunday night I was not only speaking to you; there were many others in the room who were just as [[guilty]] of missing their [[prayer]] time as you. It is of such [[vital]] importance that I felt that I had to say something. The whole [[group]] is striving to make those improvements in their [[spiritual]] lives, but it [[simply]] cannot be done without that time taken to [[commune]] with [[the Father]]. He should be the [[focal]] spot of their lives. Without that we can not [[function]] in a way that builds a good [[relationship]] with Him. He will always be there--all we have to do is reach out and [[embrace]] Him. Please [[remember]] each day to do your [[meditation]] exercises. Now let us turn to a lesson you can read to the [[group]] on Sunday night. Proceed.

Sunday night I was not only speaking to you; there were many others in the room who were just as [[guilty]] of missing their [[prayer]] time as you. It is of such [[vital]] importance that I felt that I had to say something. The whole [[group]] is striving to make those improvements in their [[spiritual]] lives, but it [[simply]] cannot be done without that time taken to [[commune]] with [[the Father]]. He should be the [[focal]] spot of their lives. Without that we can not [[function]] in a way that builds a good [[relationship]] with Him. He will always be there--all we have to do is reach out and [[embrace]] Him. Please [[remember]] each day to do your [[meditation]] exercises. Now let us turn to a lesson you can read to the [[group]] on Sunday night. Proceed.

The importance of the [[earthly]] [[experience]] cannot be discounted, for it bears with it the [[magnitude]] of experience with others like yourselves. In this way only can you [[learn]] to [[relate]] to others, in a [[positive]] way, the [[love]] of [[the Father]]. He beams His [[message]] whenever He can and teaches through those of you who will be there to [[teach]] others. It is very [[difficult]] to just live on your world with all the [[problems]] you have to [[endure]], so it is [[vital]] that you learn to depend on each other. The [[dependence]] will foster that [[unity]] that [[the Father]] would like to see in any [[group]], [[family]] or [[organization]] on His world. He [[wishes]] for all His [[children]] to find it within themselves to call upon Him, but when they cannot or will not, they must have those around them who they can call upon. It is [[vital]] that you all [[understand]] how important this is because in the [[future]] you will be the core for the [[movement]] of a greater [[nature]].

The importance of the [[earthly]] [[experience]] cannot be discounted, for it bears with it the [[magnitude]] of experience with others like yourselves. In this way only can you [[learn]] to [[relate]] to others, in a [[positive]] way, the [[love]] of [[the Father]]. He beams His [[message]] whenever He can and teaches through those of you who will be there to [[teach]] others. It is very [[difficult]] to just live on your world with all the [[problems]] you have to [[endure]], so it is [[vital]] that you learn to depend on each other. The dependence will foster that [[unity]] that [[the Father]] would like to see in any [[group]], [[family]] or [[organization]] on His world. He [[wishes]] for all His [[children]] to find it within themselves to call upon Him, but when they cannot or will not, they must have those around them who they can call upon. It is [[vital]] that you all [[understand]] how important this is because in the [[future]] you will be the core for the [[movement]] of a greater [[nature]].

You must start today [[considering]] yourselves as a [[family]]--one that [[encompasses]] [[love]]--that unconditional love with which [[the Father]] would love you. You must bring forth in each other the best that is there by genuinely [[appreciating]] those qualities about each other that are there. There may be times when you may not see all that is there to see, so I [[encourage]] you to [[pray]] concerning this matter and let [[the Father]] show you what He would have you see. Walk in each others' shoes and see through each others' eyes; for only in this way can you begin to [[understand]] each other.

You must start today [[considering]] yourselves as a [[family]]--one that [[encompasses]] [[love]]--that unconditional love with which [[the Father]] would love you. You must bring forth in each other the best that is there by genuinely [[appreciating]] those qualities about each other that are there. There may be times when you may not see all that is there to see, so I [[encourage]] you to [[pray]] concerning this matter and let [[the Father]] show you what He would have you see. Walk in each others' shoes and see through each others' eyes; for only in this way can you begin to [[understand]] each other.

*01/17/92 Friday a.m., Machiventa Melchizedek and Will messages:

*01/17/92 Friday a.m., Machiventa Melchizedek and Will messages:

[The [[Melchizedek]] wants me to relay [[messages]] to outsiders; Will wants me to break in new instructors.]

[The [[Melchizedek]] wants me to relay [[messages]] to outsiders; Will wants me to break in new instructors.]

===='''''[[Revelation]]'''''====

===='''''[[Revelation]]'''''====

I [[thank]] you for taking the time to [[commune]] with me, and I thank you for the [[faithful]] and [[enthusiastic]] [[service]] which you have provided to your compatriots -- those both with and without the [[opportunity]] for [[personal]] [[communication]] with assorted members of the instruction team, and additional instructors who are assigned to [[persons]] capable of the [[communication]]. I am [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]], vice-gerent [[Planetary Prince]] and the servant of [[Michael]] of [[Nebadon]], a [[glorified]] being, and my most beloved superior.

I [[thank]] you for taking the time to [[commune]] with me, and I thank you for the [[faithful]] and [[enthusiastic]] [[service]] which you have provided to your compatriots -- those both with and without the [[opportunity]] for [[personal]] [[communication]] with assorted members of the instruction team, and additional instructors who are assigned to [[persons]] capable of the [[communication]]. I am [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]], vice-gerent [[Planetary Prince]] and the servant of [[Michael]] of [[Nebadon]], a [[glorified]] being, and my most beloved superior.

01/18/92 Saturday a.m. message, on the swift decline of Eric's mother

01/18/92 Saturday a.m. message, on the swift decline of Eric's mother

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

Good morning, my dear friend. I am your teacher, Will.

[[Good]] [[morning]], my dear [[friend]]. I am your [[teacher]], Will.

Your [[mother]] is known to [[the Father]]. She knows little of Him, but that is the [[nature]] of things on your world. I have some [[words]] of [[comfort]] for you, your sisters, and brother. Your mother has lived a [[shallow]] but [[honest]] life. This is much more than the life product of many from your [[society]]. Her concerns have not been [[spiritual]], but there is more than enough for her to qualify for [[resurrection]] into the [[afterlife]]. [[The Father]]'s [[threshold]] test is slight. As the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amitabha Buddhists of the Amida] [[cult]] have correctly [[understood]], "you have only to, with [[sincere]] heart, call upon the [[name]] of the [[Buddha]]," and you will be saved.

Your mother is known to the Father. She knows little of Him, but that is the nature of things on your world. I have some words of comfort for you, your sisters, and brother. Your mother has lived a shallow but honest life. This is much more than the life product of many from your society. Her concerns have not been spiritual, but there is more than enough for her to qualify for resurrection into the afterlife. The Father's threshold test is slight. As the Buddhists of the Amida cult have correctly understood, "you have only to, with sincere heart, call upon the name of the Buddha," and you will be saved.

Virginia has had enough of the fight. All of her life has been fighting and [[conflict]]. She is tough and has passed that [[quality]] on to you all, her [[gift]] to you. You have all used it rather more [[wisely]], but for her the [[struggle]] is nearly done. She is unlikely to see the day of fishing from the porch. She is unlikely to [[erode]] the [[fond]] [[feeling]] of her daughters, who will lovingly care for her in the [[moments]] of her departure.

Virginia has had enough of the fight. All of her life has been fighting and conflict. She is tough and has passed that quality on to you all, her gift to you. You have all used it rather more wisely, but for her the struggle is nearly done. She is unlikely to see the day of fishing from the porch. She is unlikely to erode the fond feeling of her daughters, who will lovingly care for her in the moments of her departure.

We ask that you [[preserve]] her [[dignity]], and not hammer her to [[accept]] new and disturbing [[ideas]]. Simply allow her to cross over, in the boat she has come to [[expect]] will be waiting for her. Strike not [[sparks]] with the well- meaning [[priests]] in whom her [[trust]] resides. Many of them have tried to serve in the best way available to them, within the [[structures]] of [[society]] that [[shelter]] [[the multitude]]s.

We ask that you preserve her dignity, and not hammer her to accept new and disturbing ideas. Simply allow her to cross over, in the boat she has come to expect will be waiting for her. Strike not sparks with the well- meaning priests in whom her trust resides. Many of them have tried to serve in the best way available to them, within the structures of society that shelter the multitudes.

We recommend to you the [[scheme]] of [[reading]] from [[Urantia Book]] on the [[topic]] of [[the Master]]'s [[public]] [[ministry]], while she [[rests]]. Her [[soul]] is no less [[hungry]] for the [[love]] and [[guidance]] expressed therein, for all her restrictions built during the [[material]] life. The [[Urantia Book]] is a meeting point between the worlds. Take [[care]] to keep separate the [[desires]] which you all bear for [[honesty]]. Virginia has lived her entire life behind screens. You are not [[welcome]] to [[penetrate]]. It will be [[difficult]] to mouth the [[ritual]] [[assurances]] that are typical of these events, but mark you, [[the Father]] and [[Ministering spirits|His legions]] stand ready to [[receive]] her into the loving [[embrace]] that is her [[destiny]]. In the [[future]] she will prove to each of you a good [[companion]], for these bonds [[endure]]. Certain of you will be already waiting to [[receive]] her upon the [[dispensation]]. This will be a [[comfort]] to her and is the best and most loving [[service]] you will ever [[provide]] to her. Look forward to that day, and [[prepare]] yourselves as well, for someday you too shall make the [[journey]] that presently beckons her.

We recommend to you the scheme of reading from Urantia Book on the topic of the Master's public ministry, while she rests. Her soul is no less hungry for the love and guidance expressed therein, for all her restrictions built during the material life. The Urantia Book is a meeting point between the worlds. Take care to keep separate the desires which you all bear for honesty. Virginia has lived her entire life behind screens. You are not welcome to penetrate. It will be difficult to mouth the ritual assurances that are typical of these events, but mark you, the Father and His legions stand ready to receive her into the loving embrace that is her destiny. In the future she will prove to each of you a good companion, for these bonds endure. Certain of you will be already waiting to receive her upon the dispensation. This will be a comfort to her and is the best and most loving service you will ever provide to her. Look forward to that day, and prepare yourselves as well, for someday you too shall make the journey that presently beckons her.

Lacking useful [[preparation]], Virginia is tightly gripped by [[fear]]. That fear is a long-known [[friend]] to her and she will not give it up willingly. The brother to that fear is the [[tension]] of [[conflict]], upon whose meager [[stimulation]] she has so long thrived. [[Appeal]] to her [[courage]], recount the [[accomplishments]] of her life, ask her to look back into the old days when the world lay open to her feats, and compliment her [[bravery]]. No [[mortal]] is [[free]] from [[fear]], except some few aberrants. [[Encourage]] her to master her fears, for this has been her lifelong [[technique]] that will serve her yet. It is not important for her to [[absorb]] great detail of the [[administration]] of [[Creation]]. [[Schools]] exist for that [[purpose]], and their result is [[good]]. There is life yet in the old [[tools]], to make the [[transition]] to the new life. All must pass through this gate. [[The Father]] waits beyond, beckoning. He will handle the rest.

==Session 13==

==Session 13==

*JANUARY 19, 1992

*JANUARY 19, 1992

Take time to extend to each other the [[kindness]] that you would like to have extended to yourselves. Take time each day to find [[the Father]]. Neglect not your own [[prayer]] time, for it is [[vital]] that you continue in this [[exercise]]. If you will do what you are asked to do, then [[gradually]] it will not become the task that it is presently. It will be a [[joy]] and a [[privilege]]--one that you would not [[think]] of going without during the day. [[Our Father]] [[loves]] each one of His [[children]] and seeks to reach out to them. All you have to do is be there, to be open, to be the receptacle in which He can pour His [[love]]. In this way, you will have the love that you need to extend to others. Right now it is more [[difficult]] for some of you than others, but it will not always be so. Step by step, you will [[learn]] the way and in that way, you will find the teachings of the Father more easy as you go about your daily [[work]]. Continue to [[practice]] the 1, 2, 3 [[exercise]] and open yourselves to other [[opportunities]] to find a way to [[express]] [[the Father]]'s love to others. We ask that you do so. There should be never any [[doubt]] that the Father is working through you. You have a lot of [[work]] to do. We ask that you [[cooperate]], that you give your [[spirit]] in completing the task. We ask that you afford yourself every [[opportunity]] to [[cooperate]] in every way with what you have been asked to do.

 

 

Take time to extend to each other the kindness that you would like to have extended to yourselves. Take time each day to find the Father. Neglect not your own prayer time, for it is vital that you continue in this exercise. If you will do what you are asked to do, then gradually it will not become the task that it is presently. It will be a joy and a privilege--one that you would not think of going without during the day. Our Father loves each one of His children and seeks to reach out to them. All you have to do is be there, to be open, to be the receptacle in which He can pour His love. In this way, you will have the love that you need to extend to others. Right now it is more difficult for some of you than others, but it will not always be so. Step by step, you will learn the way and in that way, you will find the teachings of the Father more easy as you go about your daily work. Continue to practice the 1, 2, 3 exercise and open yourselves to other opportunities to find a way to express the Father's love to others. We ask that you do so. There should be never any doubt that the Father is working through you. You have a lot of work to do. We ask that you cooperate, that you give your spirit in completing the task. We ask that you afford yourself every opportunity to cooperate in every way with what you have been asked to do.

 

Our little group is growing fast. We are already adding members and we may be adding still more members in the near future. Be not concerned. We will find a way to extend to all people the message that I have given to you--the messages of the love of the Father, the message that the Father loves you and that He loves all of His children. Once you have been able to achieve all that is expected of you, there will always be another assignment. You will never completely be on top of all that is expected, for there will always be more to learn, but that is the joy of the whole adventure. There is never an end to finding service. There is never an end to finding an opportunity, to live in the presence of the Father. He is always ready to show the way, to find a way to express His love in your life, and to find a way for you to show his love to others. You should not be concerned for those coming into the group. They will in time catch up. They will in time begin to understand what you now understand. There may be times when they feel overwhelmed, but you can go a long way to relieve them. It need not be that any of them feel like outsiders. Look how Joan has felt now coming into the group; she has done her research and caught up with the group. Others coming into the group will do the same if their desire is there. For if the Father has brought them into the group, then they will be ready to do their work within the group. Not one will be left behind. The Father leads, He beckons and those who are ready will come. He is the shepherd and we are the sheep and He will lead us where He will have us go. There will be times when we may not know the path ahead, but it is not for you to know the whole plan at this point. It is for you merely to be there, to be ready, to do the tasks that you have been assigned, to read and to study, to love each other and to yourselves be loved by the others in the group, to call on each other, to spend time with each other, getting to know each other, and anything else you can do to build the family unit to create unity within the group. You are a family. Love each other. Call upon each other. Seek each other's guidance and assurance, and pray for each other always. You have many strengths within the group, many different personalities and yet as you are different individuals possessing these strengths, they will add greatly to the group as a whole. Even those of you who are crashing at the gates presently, we ask that you hold back, the time is not yet for you to go out and do anything that you have not been asked to do. I will tell you when it is time. Please just follow my instruction. Impatience will not help us. Time is on our side. Building a strong core is on our side. We simply must do what we are asked to do and in that way, we will find the strength that we will need to do what is asked when finally we will be more active. Have patience my children. Work with each other. Work within the present system, and later there will be much more time to work with others. Those of you who are receiving messages at the present time, we hope that you take to heart what is said. They are meant to uplift you, to encourage you, to help you move forward in your daily life. It is far too easy to get bogged down, the rigors of your life are so difficult. Take to heart all that is told you. Do not become discouraged at anything, for in time all will be worked out, all will be revealed to you. You need not be concerned. It is enough now that you know that everything is going according to plan. Do not concern yourself with anything more than that. Those of you who would like for things to move faster are simply going to have to be more patient. It is not for you to decide when the time is right. That is not your job. Those who make those decisions are far above me, and I would not even suggest that the timetables be changed. That would be far too presumptuous, and I have learned long ago not to make such appeals. It simply would do no good, and in the scheme of things it matters little. I simply do what I am asked to do, just as I ask you do the same. We all have times when we would like things to be different, but alas they cannot be so. Be patient and wait for the time to come and you will find that everything would have worked out the way that it should, maybe not the way you think they should, but indeed the way the Father wants things to. If you have any questions now, I would be glad to take them. You have not had any opportunities to ask questions in quite a while. Here is your chance.

VINCENT: Good evening, Will. As you may or may not know--I assume you know--I was in Jacksonville this week and I spoke to a fellow attorney who works in our office who just had a very spiritual couple of months and is apparently off on a path to the Father. She was interested in the-what is going on here and asked me to ask you a question: "Is there anything to spirit loving?" I asked her what she meant by that and she was not real sure except that she thought that a mortal or the spirit of a mortal could be connected with a non-mortal spirit in a loving way. I think that is the basis of the question. Is that a reality?

Our little [[group]] is growing fast. We are already adding members and we may be adding still more members in the near [[future]]. Be not concerned. We will find a way to extend to all people the [[message]] that I have given to you--the messages of the [[love]] of [[the Father]], the message that the Father loves you and that He loves all of His [[children]]. Once you have been able to [[achieve]] all that is [[expected]] of you, there will always be another assignment. You will never completely be on top of all that is expected, for there will always be more to [[learn]], but that is the [[joy]] of the whole [[adventure]]. There is never an end to finding [[service]]. There is never an end to finding an [[opportunity]], to live in the [[presence]] of the Father. He is always ready to show the way, to find a way to [[express]] His love in your life, and to find a way for you to show his love to others. You should not be concerned for those coming into the [[group]]. They will in time catch up. They will in time begin to [[understand]] what you now understand. There may be times when they feel overwhelmed, but you can go a long way to relieve them. It need not be that any of them feel like outsiders. Look how Joan has felt now coming into the [[group]]; she has done her [[research]] and caught up with the [[group]]. Others coming into the group will do the same if their [[desire]] is there. For if [[the Father]] has brought them into the [[group]], then they will be ready to do their [[work]] within the group. Not one will be left behind. The Father [[leads]], He beckons and those who are ready will come. He is the [[shepherd]] and we are the sheep and He will lead us where He will have us go. There will be times when we may not know the [[path]] ahead, but it is not for you to know the [[whole]] [[plan]] at this [[point]]. It is for you merely to be there, to be ready, to do the tasks that you have been assigned, to [[read]] and to [[study]], to [[love]] each other and to yourselves be loved by the others in the [[group]], to call on each other, to spend time with each other, getting to know each other, and anything else you can do to build the [[family]] unit to create [[unity]] within the group. You are a family. Love each other. Call upon each other. Seek each other's [[guidance]] and [[assurance]], and [[pray]] for each other always. You have many [[strengths]] within the group, many [[different]] [[personalities]] and yet as you are different [[individuals]] possessing these [[strengths]], they will add greatly to the group as a whole. Even those of you who are crashing at the gates presently, we ask that you hold back, the time is not yet for you to go out and do anything that you have not been asked to do. I will tell you when it is time. Please just follow my instruction. Impatience will not help us. [[Time]] is on our side. Building a strong core is on our side. We [[simply]] must do what we are asked to do and in that way, we will find the [[strength]] that we will need to do what is asked when finally we will be more [[active]]. Have [[patience]] my children. Work with each other. [[Work]] within the present system, and later there will be much more time to work with others. Those of you who are [[receiving]] [[messages]] at the present time, we [[hope]] that you take to [[heart]] what is said. They are meant to uplift you, to [[encourage]] you, to help you move forward in your daily life. It is far too easy to get bogged down, the rigors of your life are so [[difficult]]. Take to heart all that is told you. Do not become [[discouraged]] at anything, for in time all will be worked out, all will be [[revealed]] to you. You need not be concerned. It is enough now that you know that [[everything]] is going according to plan. Do not concern yourself with anything more than that. Those of you who would like for things to move faster are simply going to have to be more patient. It is not for you to [[decide]] when the time is right. That is not your job. Those who make those [[decisions]] are far above me, and I would not even suggest that the timetables be changed. That would be far too [[presumptuous]], and I have [[learned]] long ago not to make such [[appeals]]. It simply would do no [[good]], and in the [[scheme]] of things it matters little. I simply do what I am asked to do, just as I ask you do the same. We all have times when we would like things to be [[different]], but alas they cannot be so. Be [[patient]] and wait for the time to come and you will find that [[everything]] would have worked out the way that it should, maybe not the way you think they should, but indeed the way [[the Father]] wants things to. If you have any questions now, I would be glad to take them. You have not had any [[opportunities]] to ask questions in quite a while. Here is your [[chance]].

WILL: I am not sure that I understand your question. In the greater scheme of things, there are many mortals who are spiritually connected more than others. If the opportunity comes for the mortal to reach out to the spiritual help that is available to them, then certainly they will receive that spiritual help. Far too many mortals do not wish to do so and the spirit helpers certainly do not invade the privacy of those who do not want help. That is something that the Father does not allow. We respect the privacy of the individual and do not impose our will upon them. If your friend is truly seeking spiritual guidance, then she will have what she needs. Other than that, there is nothing more I can tell you. She will find what she needs if she is truly seeking it.

WILL: I am not sure that I [[understand]] your [[question]]. In the greater [[scheme]] of things, there are many [[mortals]] who are spiritually [[connected]] more than others. If the [[opportunity]] comes for the [[mortal]] to reach out to the spiritual help that is available to them, then certainly they will [[receive]] that spiritual help. Far too many [[mortals]] do not wish to do so and the spirit helpers certainly do not [[invade]] the [[privacy]] of those who do not want help. That is something that [[the Father]] does not allow. We [[respect]] the [[privacy]] of the [[individual]] and do not [[impose]] our will upon them. If your [[friend]] is truly seeking spiritual [[guidance]], then she will have what she needs. Other than that, there is nothing more I can tell you. She will find what she needs if she is truly seeking it.

JUDY: Good evening Will. I was going to ask how to get the gate open, but I guess your answer is that I should be patient. I sure have enjoyed this spiritual presence that I have felt this week and stand ready to start the path. I am beginning to understand, I think, a little more about the role of insight in spiritual guidance, but I would appreciate if you could comment on that, particularly how much faith we should have in our own insight.

JUDY: Good evening Will. I was going to ask how to get the gate open, but I guess your answer is that I should be [[patient]]. I sure have [[enjoyed]] this spiritual [[presence]] that I have felt this week and stand ready to start the [[path]]. I am beginning to [[understand]], I think, a little more about the role of [[insight]] in spiritual [[guidance]], but I would appreciate if you could comment on that, particularly how much [[faith]] we should have in our own [[insight]].

WILL: Certainly the presence that you have felt this week has served to steer you in the right direction, and it will continue with great force if that is the path that you have chosen. The insight that you have will continue to get stronger and stronger as you seek to find a way to communicate with the Father. Like anything, it will just grow stronger. As you spend each day communing with the Father, the pathway will be more open to you and you will see with clearer vision what is available to you. Reach out and accept what is there. If you feel that you are receiving an intuition or guidance from us, we invite you to write it down. This way you can begin to practice on your own. You might be surprised at what happens. We encourage you to do so. Have your pad and pencil ready. Be aware that in God's realm, anything is possible. Practice, practice, practice. Another question?

WILL: Certainly the [[presence]] that you have felt this week has served to steer you in the right direction, and it will continue with great [[force]] if that is the [[path]] that you have chosen. The [[insight]] that you have will continue to get stronger and stronger as you seek to find a way to [[communicate]] with [[the Father]]. Like anything, it will just grow [[stronger]]. As you spend each day [[communing]] with [[the Father]], the pathway will be more open to you and you will see with [[clearer]] [[vision]] what is available to you. Reach out and [[accept]] what is there. If you [[feel]] that you are receiving an [[intuition]] or guidance from us, we invite you to [[write]] it down. This way you can begin to [[practice]] on your own. You might be [[surprised]] at what happens. We [[encourage]] you to do so. Have your pad and pencil ready. Be [[aware]] that in God's realm, anything is possible. [[Practice]], practice, practice. Another question?

KATHY: While I am aware that I get instruction from a Mighty Messenger, do I also get instruction from your team? Sometimes I am aware of different presences, but I am not always clear about who they are. Could you comment on that?

KATHY: While I am [[aware]] that I get instruction from a [[Mighty Messenger]], do I also get instruction from your team? Sometimes I am aware of [[different]] [[presence]]s, but I am not always clear about who they are. Could you comment on that?

WILL: Those who are assigned to teach you are a part of the overall team who have been asked to assist in the group's growth. You just happen to have one who has a different name. We ask that you continue to communicate with them. You are doing well and your communication, too, will only get stronger as you practice. While we realize that you have very little time in which to write, we ask that you try to take time. It is difficult for a mother who is working with small children to find even find a moment of silence for herself, much less to take on the responsibility of writing for a group or bringing messages to others. We thank you for doing so. It is important for your own spiritual growth, however, that before you start sending so many messages to other people that you find time to find that time with the Father each day. That is far more important than the private messages. This goes for any of you. The Father's time must come first. Everything else is secondary. He will commune with you if you are there to commune with Him. Take the time that you need to do that. Those ten minutes a day are very important to you to replenish your spiritual supply and to bring you back in tune with the Father's love. Take the time each day to do it no matter what is going on. You cannot afford to go without it. Are there any other questions?

WILL: Those who are assigned to [[teach]] you are a part of the overall team who have been asked to [[assist]] in the [[group]]'s [[growth]]. You just happen to have one who has a [[different]] name. We ask that you continue to [[communicate]] with them. You are doing well and your communication, too, will only get [[stronger]] as you [[practice]]. While we [[realize]] that you have very little time in which to [[write]], we ask that you try to take time. It is [[difficult]] for a [[mother]] who is working with small [[children]] to find even find a moment of [[silence]] for herself, much less to take on the [[responsibility]] of [[writing]] for a group or bringing [[messages]] to others. We thank you for doing so. It is important for your own [[spiritual]] [[growth]], however, that before you start sending so many messages to other people that you find time to find that time with [[the Father]] each day. That is far more important than the [[private]] messages. This goes for any of you. The Father's time must come first. [[Everything]] else is secondary. He will [[commune]] with you if you are there to commune with Him. Take the time that you need to do that. Those ten minutes a day are very important to you to replenish your [[spiritual]] supply and to bring you back in [[tune]] with [[the Father]]'s [[love]]. Take the time each day to do it no matter what is going on. You cannot afford to go without it. Are there any other questions?

JUDY: As I look back over the last five years, I can point to a number of events in my life that have made me ready to accept this new spiritual teaching and especially my willingness to participate in this group. Are those things that have happened coincidences, or are they shaped by spiritual forces?

JUDY: As I look back over the last five years, I can [[point]] to a number of [[events]] in my life that have made me ready to [[accept]] this new spiritual teaching and especially my willingness to [[participate]] in this [[group]]. Are those things that have happened [[coincidences]], or are they shaped by [[spiritual]] [[forces]]?

WILL: You ask a very good question. Many times those of you in the physical realm do not see all that is being done for you. You have no idea of the times that opportunities are placed in your path for you to make decisions that will influence your lives. The choices are always yours, of course. The opportunities that we place there are decided on a much higher level. Those at that level are able to look within your heart and see what you are capable of doing and then an opportunity is presented to you. If you take up the opportunity and act on it, then you move ahead spiritually. If you decide not to take the opportunity, this is your choice and down the road if we feel you are ready, the opportunity will again present itself. Sometimes it may be as simple as moving a person into your life who would not ordinarily have been there. We can plant a suggestion in someone's mind that they go to a certain place or say a certain thing, but it is up to that person whether they want to respond and how much they want to respond, just as it is with you when we ask you to go out and say kind things to each other and show forth the Father's love. Everyone has the right to say yes or no. That is your privilege. You have been given many opportunities in life and you have acted upon them and brought yourself into this realm, here tonight with your friends. Can't you look back in your life and see for yourself what events have lead you here? You would not have chosen this path if you had been a different person or if you had been brought up in a different environment or if you had not the intellectual ability to absorb the Urantia Book. You are a seeker of knowledge, a seeker of truth, and that in itself has carried you a long way toward finding the Father and seeking the knowledge. I congratulate you, that you have been able to stay on your path. Sometimes that path has not always been easy, but you have maintained it just the same. Be ever aware that the Father will continue to uphold you, to lead you, to guide you in all things and in this manner, bring you to Him. You need not worry, my child. Everything is as it should be. Be at peace, for you have learned well and while there is much more to learn, you are well on your way. Be not concerned.

WILL: You ask a very good question. Many times those of you in the [[physical]] realm do not see all that is being done for you. You have no [[idea]] of the times that [[opportunities]] are placed in your [[path]] for you to make decisions that will [[influence]] your lives. The [[choices]] are always yours, of course. The opportunities that we place there are [[decided]] on a much higher level. Those at that level are able to look within your [[heart]] and see what you are capable of doing and then an [[opportunity]] is presented to you. If you take up the opportunity and [[act]] on it, then you move ahead [[spiritually]]. If you decide not to take the opportunity, this is your [[choice]] and down the road if we feel you are ready, the opportunity will again present itself. Sometimes it may be as [[simple]] as moving a person into your life who would not ordinarily have been there. We can plant a suggestion in someone's [[mind]] that they go to a certain place or say a certain thing, but it is up to that person whether they want to [[respond]] and how much they want to respond, just as it is with you when we ask you to go out and say [[kind]] things to each other and show forth [[the Father]]'s love. Everyone has the [[right]] to say yes or no. That is your [[privilege]]. You have been given many [[opportunities]] in life and you have [[acted]] upon them and brought yourself into this realm, here tonight with your [[friends]]. Can't you look back in your life and see for yourself what [[events]] have lead you here? You would not have chosen this [[path]] if you had been a different person or if you had been brought up in a different [[environment]] or if you had not the [[intellectual]] [[ability]] to absorb the [[Urantia Book]]. You are a [[seeker]] of [[knowledge]], a seeker of [[truth]], and that in itself has carried you a long way toward finding [[the Father]] and seeking the knowledge. I congratulate you, that you have been able to stay on your [[path]]. Sometimes that path has not always been easy, but you have [[maintained]] it just the same. Be ever [[aware]] that [[the Father]] will continue to uphold you, to lead you, to guide you in [[all things]] and in this [[manner]], bring you to Him. You need not [[worry]], my child. [[Everything]] is as it should be. Be at [[peace]], for you have learned well and while there is much more to learn, you are well on your way. Be not concerned.

It grows late. If there are no more questions, I [[think]] it is best that we close for tonight and we can resume next week. Have a good week. Call each other. [[Talk]] to each other about your concerns. [[Love]] each other, not only here, but everywhere, all those who you come in [[contact]] with. I bid you [[peace]] and my peace I leave with you. [[Shalom]].

==Session 14==

==Session 14==

*January 20, 1992

*January 20, 1992

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

WILL: The love of God surrounds. The love of God upholds you. The love of God enfolds you. Wherever you are, He is. Whenever you doubt that you are part of the whole scheme of things, you need to look carefully at what you have already been able to contribute to the group. They probably would not be this far if it had not been for you first opening up to my leading. It would have taken much longer for the process to take place. So whenever you are in doubt, please remember that. It should give you comfort.

WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]]. The love of God upholds you. The love of God enfolds you. Wherever you are, He is. Whenever you [[doubt]] that you are part of the whole [[scheme]] of [[things]], you need to look carefully at what you have already been able to [[contribute]] to the [[group]]. They [[probably]] would not be this far if it had not been for you first opening up to my [[leading]]. It would have taken much longer for the [[process]] to take place. So whenever you are in [[doubt]], please remember that. It should give you [[comfort]].

You have also been concerned about the personal relationship that you and I have. While it is certainly difficult to have a relationship with someone that you cannot see, I am here nonetheless. Just because you can't see me, doesn't mean that I am any the less real. You and I have spent very little time discussing private matters because so much of our attention has been focussed upon group activities. If you would like, we can spend some time just with your own spiritual path. It matters to me that you are concerned that you feel distanced from me because, in reality, you are not. I am ever at hand ready to lend you whatever help I am able. If you feel discouraged or frustrated, just call upon me and I will do what ever I can to alleviate your concerns.

You have also been concerned about the [[personal]] [[relationship]] that you and I have. While it is certainly [[difficult]] to have a [[relationship]] with someone that you cannot see, I am here nonetheless. Just because you can't see me, doesn't mean that I am any the less real. You and I have spent very little time [[discussing]] [[private]] matters because so much of our [[attention]] has been [[focused]] upon group [[activities]]. If you would like, we can spend some time just with your own [[spiritual]] [[path]]. It matters to me that you are concerned that you feel distanced from me because, in [[reality]], you are not. I am ever at hand ready to lend you whatever help I am able. If you feel discouraged or [[frustrated]], just call upon me and I will do what ever I can to alleviate your concerns.

You needn't be subjected to anything that would take away from your spiritual growth and worry is one of the things that will surely separate you from the Father. Far too many times you have a tendency to fret about things that never come to pass. It is a very bad habit--one left over from your childhood. Perhaps after a while, you will learn to put total trust and faith in the Father so that all these fears will dissipate. For now I ask that you refrain from worrying whenever possible. It wastes a lot of energy and you need that energy for the work you have been asked to do. You are very important to this whole movement and we need you in top form without all the extra baggage. Relax, the way of the Father is one of enjoyment, not one of anxiety and trouble. You may be assured that the Father loves you and will do everything to help you overcome these character flaws. It will come, you need not be concerned. For now, do your best. That is all we ask of you. You can be no more than you are--no one can.

You needn't be subjected to anything that would take away from your [[spiritual]] [[growth]] and worry is one of the things that will surely separate you from [[the Father]]. Far too many times you have a [[tendency]] to fret about things that never come to pass. It is a very bad [[habit]]--one left over from your [[childhood]]. Perhaps after a while, you will learn to put [[total]] [[trust]] and [[faith]] in [[the Father]] so that all these fears will dissipate. For now I ask that you refrain from worrying whenever possible. It wastes a lot of [[energy]] and you need that energy for the [[work]] you have been asked to do. You are very important to this whole [[movement]] and we need you in top form without all the extra baggage. [[Relax]], the way of [[the Father]] is one of [[enjoyment]], not one of [[anxiety]] and trouble. You may be [[assured]] that [[the Father]] loves you and will do [[everything]] to help you overcome these [[character]] flaws. It will come, you need not be concerned. For now, do your best. That is all we ask of you. You can be no more than you are--no one can.

Time is what gives us the opportunity to learn and grow in the Father's kingdom. It is always a pleasure to learn whatever He has for us to learn. There is always an opportunity to absorb from others what they already know and then to pass that on to others who are less enlightened. We are all at different stages. No one is at the same level. You will not be today where you were yesterday and today you are not where you will be tomorrow. It is all progressive and thank goodness we have as much help as we do.

[[Time]] is what gives us the [[opportunity]] to [[learn]] and grow in the Father's kingdom. It is always a [[pleasure]] to learn whatever He has for us to learn. There is always an [[opportunity]] to absorb from others what they already know and then to pass that on to others who are less [[enlightened]]. We are all at [[different]] [[stages]]. No one is at the same level. You will not be today where you were yesterday and today you are not where you will be tomorrow. It is all [[progressive]] and thank [[goodness]] we have as much help as we do.

Even I become discouraged at times and, when I do, I take my concerns to those above me who are in a better position to give me a better perspective. Sometimes being too close to a problem is part of the dilemma. That is why we seek out the companionship of others. It helps us deal with problems and helps us finds solutions that we might have otherwise missed. It isn't that we know all the answers for you, but we have had a little more experience in some areas and are in a position to help you. Perhaps you are just leery in reaching out. You are too used to "going it alone". We know that hasn't worked in the past, for it only kept you feeling that more isolated. Open up and take the risk of talking with others about your concerns and your pain. You are not the only one who hurts. You will find a sympathetic ear from many of your comrades. Let them help you.

Even I become [[discouraged]] at times and, when I do, I take my concerns to those above me who are in a better position to give me a better [[perspective]]. Sometimes being too close to a [[problem]] is part of the [[dilemma]]. That is why we seek out the [[companionship]] of others. It helps us deal with [[problems]] and helps us finds solutions that we might have otherwise missed. It isn't that we know all the answers for you, but we have had a little more [[experience]] in some areas and are in a position to help you. Perhaps you are just leery in reaching out. You are too used to "going it [[alone]]". We know that hasn't worked in the [[past]], for it only kept you [[feeling]] that more isolated. Open up and take the [[risk]] of talking with others about your concerns and your [[pain]]. You are not the only one who hurts. You will find a [[sympathetic]] ear from many of your [[comrades]]. Let them help you.

MELISSA: Do you want me to deliver messages like Eric does? He seems to be doing a lot of that and I guess I feel left out.

MELISSA: Do you want me to deliver [[messages]] like Eric does? He seems to be doing a lot of that and I guess I feel left out.

WILL: When I need for you to relay a message to someone I will let you know. Until then it is enough that he is willing to pass on words of encouragement that I present to him. It is alright, you are not being left out, just spared the additional burden right now. We have other work for you to do. The weekly messages that you have graciously consented to bring to the group each week, plus your own prayer time take time, so it is not my wish to load you down with too much at the present time. I know how you feel when you feel overwhelmed. Just relax and have fun doing what we have asked you to do. More will come later when you are better equipped to handle it. You needn't be concerned.

WILL: When I need for you to relay a [[message]] to someone I will let you know. Until then it is enough that he is willing to pass on [[words]] of [[encouragement]] that I present to him. It is alright, you are not being left out, just spared the additional burden right now. We have other [[work]] for you to do. The weekly [[messages]] that you have graciously consented to bring to the [[group]] each week, plus your own [[prayer]] time take [[time]], so it is not my wish to load you down with too much at the present time. I know how you [[feel]] when you feel overwhelmed. Just [[relax]] and have fun doing what we have asked you to do. More will come later when you are better equipped to handle it. You needn't be concerned.

MELISSA: Since I do not hear your voice, it is impossible for me to gauge any inflection in your speech except those times when you are being very emphatic. What I am saying is that I can't feel any warmth. Back years ago when I was writing, I felt much closer to whoever was talking to me and I am having difficulty feeling that closeness with you. I feel like we have more of a business relationship, almost like you prefer to stay aloof. Would you care to comment on this?

WILL: The [[feelings]] you felt all those (years) ago were from [[beings]] who are closer to [[humans]], so they had the [[ability]] to relate to you on a more [[intimate]] basis. They soothed you when you were troubled and caressed you when you were down hearted. They were indeed more closely involved with your [[personal]] needs that am I. As your [[teacher]], my role is a little [[different]]. I do not get as [[emotionally]] evolved with my student and I guess that causes me to be more "aloof" as you say.

WILL: The feelings you felt all those ago were from beings who are closer to humans, so they had the ability to relate to you on a more intimate basis. They soothed you when you were troubled and caressed you when you were down hearted. They were indeed more closely involved with your personal needs that am I. As your teacher, my role is a little different. I do not get as emotionally evolved with my student and I guess that causes me to be more "aloof" as you say.

I may not be able to give you what you want, because I am not here to do that. That you must find from your [[friends]]. That will keep you from getting too [[isolated]]. It will [[force]] you to reach to the others instead of hiding behind the [[computer]]. I am here for instruction only, not to provide you with the [[emotional]] [[support]] you can just as easily get from others. I am sorry if that makes you sad. It simply has to be.

I may not be able to give you what you want, because I am not here to do that. That you must find from your friends. That will keep you from getting too isolated. It will force you to reach to the others instead of hiding behind the computer. I am here for instruction only, not to provide you with the emotional support you can just as easily get from others. I am sorry if that makes you sad. It simply has to be.

MELISSA: Who were those [[beings]] so long ago? The lessons to me were unbelievable [[beautiful]]. Even though your lessons are [[good]] and I do [[appreciate]] them, they are quite [[different]] from the others.

MELISSA: Who were those beings so long ago? The lessons to me were unbelievable beautiful. Even though your lessons are good and I do appreciate them, they are quite different from the others.

WILL: Those who talked with you before were the [[Seraphim]] assigned to look after you. They [[considered]] it a [[privilege]] to be able to [[talk]] with you and, yes their style is quite different because they are [[different]]. They are [[trained]] in the art of [[comforting]] and lending [[support]] of a very [[private]] [[nature]]. It is within their nature that they are very close to humans in their [[understanding]] and, therefore, they are able to reach out and give their [[love]] and [[support]] in a [[manner]] that personally affects the human in a manner needed.

WILL: Those who talked with you before were the Seraphim assigned to look after you. They considered it a privilege to be able to talk with you and, yes their style is quite different because they are different. They are trained in the art of comforting and lending support of a very private nature. It is within their nature that they are very close to humans in their understanding and, therefore, they are able to reach out and give their love and support in a manner that personally affects the human in a manner needed.

You were fortunate to have had two who were most loving at a time when you needed them most. That, as you [[remember]], was not an easy time for you and you needed much [[care]] and [[love]]. They simply provided what you needed, they loved you just as they do now. The same pair care for you now as did then, it is just that they are leaving the teaching up to me at the present time. Never worry, though, they are close at hand ever watchful.

You were fortunate to have had two who were most loving at a time when you needed them most. That, as you remember, was not an easy time for you and you needed much care and love. They simply provided what you needed, they loved you just as they do now. The same pair care for you now as did then, it is just that they are leaving the teaching up to me at the present time. Never worry, though, they are close at hand ever watchful.

MELISSA: Will I ever be able to talk to them again?

MELISSA: Will I ever be able to talk to them again?

WILL: It should not be [[necessary]] if you continue as you have been. You [[relationship]] with your [[friends]] will [[grow]] such that you will spend [[time]] with them instead. You need not concern yourself, all is well. If there ever comes a time they need to [[talk]] to you, believe me, they will let you know.

WILL: It should not be necessary if you continue as you have been. You relationship with your friends will grow such that you will spend time with them instead. You need not concern yourself, all is well. If there ever comes a time they need to talk to you, believe me, they will let you know.

MELISSA: Thank you, Will. I think I would like to stop for tonight. I [[appreciate]] you spending time with me.

MELISSA: Thank you, Will. I think I would like to stop for tonight. I appreciate you spending time with me.

WILL: You're [[welcome]]. For now I bid you adieu. [[Shalom]].

==Session 15==

==Session 15==

*01/21/92 Tuesday a.m.

*01/21/92 Tuesday a.m.

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

Good morning my dear friend. I am your teacher and your guide, Will. I like that term, "guide." It will appeal to many who resist even the modest connotations of the term "teacher." I also approve of the term "inner voice" which you use when discussing spiritual developments with others. It is not an invasive notion to them, and harks back to dimly-recollected memories of such ideas from their childhood.

[[Good]] [[morning]] my dear [[friend]]. I am your [[teacher]] and your guide, Will. I like that term, "guide." It will [[appeal]] to many who [[resist]] even the [[modest]] connotations of the term "teacher." I also approve of the term "inner [[voice]]" which you use when [[discussing]] [[spiritual]] [[developments]] with others. It is not an [[invasive]] notion to them, and harks back to dimly-recollected memories of such [[ideas]] from their [[childhood]].

Our communion yesterday was brief, but it is also an act of worship to enjoy the beauty of the Father's creation. To live in town is to surround yourself with the works of man. Leave the town, and you are immediately surrounded with the works of God, however much scratched and scraped by human action. Life in town is not for you; escape is necessary. You already have long known this. I recall the story you once read of the gladiator who realized as he shivered under a tree in cold rain that he truly was a Roman, despite his protestations, not knowing how to light a fire for himself. I hope we shall never find you in such a predicament. It would be a violation of your promise to Jade.

Our [[communion]] yesterday was brief, but it is also an [[act]] of [[worship]] to [[enjoy]] the [[beauty]] of [[the Father]]'s [[creation]]. To live in town is to [[surround]] yourself with the works of man. Leave the town, and you are [[immediately]] [[surrounded]] with the works of [[God]], however much scratched and scraped by [[human]] [[action]]. Life in town is not for you; [[escape]] is [[necessary]]. You already have long known this. I recall the [[story]] you once read of the [[gladiator]] who realized as he shivered under a tree in cold rain that he truly was a [[Roman]], despite his protestations, not knowing how to light a [[fire]] for himself. I [[hope]] we shall never find you in such a predicament. It would be a violation of your [[promise]] to Jade.

I will address Soldette's [[question]] on [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corporal_punishment corporal punishment]: There is no [[Paradise]]-based instruction on matters such as these. They are within the general instruction "[[Conduct]] yourself in accord with your highest [[understanding]]." The [[Heavenly Father]] promulgates [[opportunities]], not rules. You are left, then, with my [[personal]] [[opinion]]. I lived my life on a [[planet]] [[developed]] socially far beyond your most [[inspired]] [[fantasies]]. Questions such as this are not within my [[personal]] [[experience]]. Corporal punishment of [[children]] was unthinkable on my world, but of course it was unnecessary because of the extent of [[support]] available to [[parents]]. [[Parents]] were not, as an identifiable [[unit]], solely [[responsible]] for the [[care]] and [[education]] of their [[children]]. It was seen as a [[Social|societal]] [[responsibility]], and therefore children who were ill-behaved were swimming against a [[tide]] of certain [[love]] and correct [[action]]. They quickly saw the unproductivity of their [[acts]], and fell into a better and more rewarding mode of [[behavior]]. There was [[simply]] not the [[opportunity]] for children to act badly, nor were there the viciously [[Exploitation|exploitive]] [[factors]] of television and movie glorification of [[dissident]] and recalcitrant role [[heroes]].

I will address Soldette's question on corporal punishment: There is no Paradise-based instruction on matters such as these. They are within the general instruction "Conduct yourself in accord with your highest understanding." The Heavenly Father promulgates opportunities, not rules. You are left, then, with my personal opinion. I lived my life on a planet developed socially far beyond your most inspired fantasies. Questions such as this are not within my personal experience. Corporal punishment of children was unthinkable on my world, but of course it was unnecessary because of the extent of support available to parents. Parents were not, as an identifiable unit, solely responsible for the care and education of their children. It was seen as a societal responsibility, and therefore children who were ill-behaved were swimming against a tide of certain love and correct action. They quickly saw the unproductivity of their acts, and fell into a better and more rewarding mode of behavior. There was simply not the opportunity for children to act badly, nor were there the viciously exploitive factors of television and movie glorification of dissident and recalcitrant role heroes.

For these reasons, my [[counseling]] may seem [[absurd]]. It is no less [[sincere]]. I wince when I see the people of your [[planet]] strike one another, most especially when I see the [[horrific]] [[sight]] of the beating of a [[child]]. Just [[think]] for a moment of the lesson which is imparted by such [[brutality]]. At the very least, you ensure that this [[pattern]] will be carried on another [[generation]]. It is unnecessary for me to [[describe]] in detail my revulsion at these misguided [[activities]]. It would seem hopelessly [[naive]] to you. I will say, however, that people of your [[planet]] are [[favored]] [[simply]] because they are so rugged, if backward, in [[constitution]]. Your people -- especially your [[children]] -- are resilient, and seem to recover rather easily from the cuffings and belittlings which are their habitual due while it is their unfortunate lot to be in the lesser class of [[childhood]]. You people treat your [[children]] as if they were the dumbest, most insensitive brutes. It is a [[mystery]] to me.

For these reasons, my counseling may seem absurd. It is no less sincere. I wince when I see the people of your planet strike one another, most especially when I see the horrific sight of the beating of a child. Just think for a moment of the lesson which is imparted by such brutality. At the very least, you ensure that this pattern will be carried on another generation. It is unnecessary for me to describe in detail my revulsion at these misguided activities. It would seem hopelessly naive to you. I will say, however, that people of your planet are favored simply because they are so rugged, if backward, in constitution. Your people -- especially your children -- are resilient, and seem to recover rather easily from the cuffings and belittlings which are their habitual due while it is their unfortunate lot to be in the lesser class of childhood. You people treat your children as if they were the dumbest, most insensitive brutes. It is a mystery to me.

I see each [[child]] as the [[hope]] of the world. Who knows, if the [[spirit]] is not beaten out of them, depriving them of the [[understanding]] of whole-hearted [[love]], one of them may someday [[lead]] their brothers and sisters into the life of loving [[respect]]. That is the [[necessary]] first step in the approach to the Ages of [[Light and Life]]. You are some distance from that first step. You are purchasing failure insurance, by your [[acts]].

I see each child as the hope of the world. Who knows, if the spirit is not beaten out of them, depriving them of the understanding of whole-hearted love, one of them may someday lead their brothers and sisters into the life of loving respect. That is the necessary first step in the approach to the Ages of Light and Life. You are some distance from that first step. You are purchasing failure insurance, by your acts.

Your Jade and Harrells' Ben and Leah are [[clever]], demanding [[studies]] in the [[vitality]] of the [[spirit]]. I look upon them and see spirit -- the untrammeled [[spirit]] that it will take to lift this world up, out of the mud and manure. I never [[desire]] to see that [[spirit]] dimmed, no matter what temporary [[advantage]] is theoretically gained on the [[material]] [[planet]]. Nothing is [[worth]] that. These [[children]] will test everything that you stand for. Make sure of what you stand for.

Your Jade and Harrells' Ben and Leah are clever, demanding studies in the vitality of the spirit. I look upon them and see spirit -- the untrammeled spirit that it will take to lift this world up, out of the mud and manure. I never desire to see that spirit dimmed, no matter what temporary advantage is theoretically gained on the material planet. Nothing is worth that. These children will test everything that you stand for. Make sure of what you stand for.

Your [[children]] will outstrip you. That is in the [[divine]] [[plan]], else there is no point to [[reproduction]]. Children are not subject to you in [[value]] -- their [[destiny]] is to be your superiors in every way. Only then you will have fully discharged your [[responsibility]] as [[parents]] -- when your children's [[abilities]] exceed yours in every area. Because of this [[desired]] result, the basis for your every [[judgment]] is automatically open to close and intrusive questioning. You will be called on to [[explain]] and defend every [[decision]] and [[value]] [[assessment]] that you have made in life, and no inconsistencies will be [[tolerated]]. It is actually an enriching [[experience]] for you, but few live up to the [[potential]]. Do not beat this questioning [[spirit]] out of the [[children]]. It is a contravention of the [[plan]], and robs them of the [[vitality]] [[necessary]] to do [[the Father]]'s important [[work]].

==Session 16==

==Session 16==

*JANUARY 22,1992

*JANUARY 22,1992

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

FUNDORE: The love of God surrounds you. The love of God upholds you. The love of God enfolds you. Wherever He is, you are. Greetings to you. I would like to introduce myself to you. Will is unavailable tonight and since you seem receptive to talking, it perhaps would be a good time to acquaint ourselves. This form of communication is of a great advantage because if affords us the opportunity to directly contact humans. However there are only a few of you who are able to do it much less handle the emotional ramifications. It is a very exciting thing to be able to do and yet you handle it with much calm. My congratulations.

FUNDORE: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] you. The love of God upholds you. The love of God enfolds you. Wherever He is, you are. Greetings to you. I would like to introduce myself to you. Will is unavailable tonight and since you seem [[receptive]] to [[talking]], it perhaps would be a [[good]] time to acquaint ourselves. This form of [[communication]] is of a great [[advantage]] because if affords us the [[opportunity]] to directly contact [[humans]]. However there are only a few of you who are able to do it much less handle the [[emotional]] ramifications. It is a very [[exciting]] thing to be able to do and yet you handle it with much [[calm]]. My congratulations.

MELISSA: Who are you?

MELISSA: Who are you?

FUNDORE: My name is Fundore and I will talk to you tonight in Will's absence. There are many things I would like to tell you. Perhaps if you were to start a new page, I could dictate a message that you could give to your Urantia group on Sunday evening.

FUNDORE: My name is Fundore and I will [[talk]] to you tonight in [[Will]]'s [[absence]]. There are many things I would like to tell you. Perhaps if you were to start a new page, I could [[Dictation|dictate]] a [[message]] that you could give to your [[Urantia]] [[group]] on Sunday evening.

FUNDORE: All of you gathered here tonight have little true [[appreciation]] of how special you are. There is much afoot and it is a [[joyous]] time. You who have consented to be the [[torchbearers]] for the [[movement]] ahead yet [[realize]] how much is in store for you. There are [[exciting]] times ahead.

FUNDORE: All of you gathered here tonight have little true appreciation of how special you are. There is much afoot and it is a joyous time. You who have consented to be the torchbearers for the movement ahead yet realize how much is in store for you. There are exciting times ahead.

[[Our Father]] is well [[aware]] of the hard [[work]] and the [[dedication]] you have to the [[Urantia book]] and its teachings. He smiles over the [[progress]] you have made and looks forward to the day when He can [[personally]] [[welcome]] each and every one of you on the shores of [[Paradise]]. That may be yet [[eons]] away, but it will happen--you can be sure of that. There is much to [[learn]] and much work that has to be done in the mean time.

Our Father is well aware of the hard work and the dedication you have to the Urantia book and its teachings. He smiles over the progress you have made and looks forward to the day when He can personally welcome each and every one of you on the shores of Paradise. That may be yet eons away, but it will happen--you can be sure of that. There is much to learn and much work that has to be done in the mean time.

Be [[prepared]] to be the [[tool]] used for whatever He calls you to do. You will never know what special tasks you may be called upon to do and there is always something that can be accomplished in His name. Even the smallest daily task can be [[dedicated]] to Him and be done to His [[glory]]. Not one of you need [[feel]] like your work is unimportant. It all helps you to [[grow]]. [[The Father]] will find a way, if you let Him, to use what you do to [[glorify]] [[the kingdom]].

Be prepared to be the tool used for whatever He calls you to do. You will never know what special tasks you may be called upon to do and there is always something that can be accomplished in His name. Even the smallest daily task can be dedicated to Him and be done to His glory. Not one of you need feel like your work is unimportant. It all helps you to grow. The Father will find a way, if you let Him, to use what you do to glorify the kingdom.

There are few workers who truly have His [[love]] in their [[hearts]]. You need not be [[shy]] about exhibiting that [[love]] for your fellow man. There can only be a [[positive]] [[response]]. Certainly one must always be [[cautious]] not to give the wrong impression of [[friendliness]] that will be taken wrong by some people, but usually you will be safe if you are just [[natural]] with your delivery of His [[love]].

There are few workers who truly have His love in their hearts. You need not be shy about exhibiting that love for your fellow man. There can only be a positive response. Certainly one must always be cautious not to give the wrong impression of friendliness that will be taken wrong by some people, but usually you will be safe if you are just natural with your delivery of His love.

[[Act]] as though you have all His love possible stored up inside you and it just keeps overflowing. It need not be an [[act]] for long, for shortly it will become the [[real]] thing. [[God]] doesn't like pretend [[Christianity]], but for a while it will be [[acceptable]]. After time and much [[practice]]--genuine practice--you will find yourself [[relaxing]] and smiling, [[exhibiting]] that same [[love]] on a more [[natural]] basis. It won't take long. Many of you are well on your way. It is just a matter of [[time]].

Act as though you have all His love possible stored up inside you and it just keeps overflowing. It need not be an act for long, for shortly it will become the real thing. God doesn't like pretend Christianity, but for a while it will be acceptable. After time and much practice--genuine practice--you will find yourself relaxing and smiling, exhibiting that same love on a more natural basis. It won't take long. Many of you are well on your way. It is just a matter of time.

[[Our Father]]'s [[love]] is very powerful and it carries with it the [[power]] to overcome any circumstance. You should be well advised to draw on that power when you need it. It is always with you and you need not [[feel]] like there is any end to the supply, for surely there isn't. [[Prepare]] yourselves each day by saying these [[words]], "I will love all [[God]]'s children today to the best of my [[ability]]". This should go a long way in getting your day started in the right direction. If you run into [[difficulty]], then just reinforce these words upon your mind. Make it [[listen]].

Our Father's love is very powerful and it carries with it the power to overcome any circumstance. You should be well advised to draw on that power when you need it. It is always with you and you need not feel like there is any end to the supply, for surely there isn't. Prepare yourselves each day by saying these words, "I will love all God's children today to the best of my ability". This should go a long way in getting your day started in the right direction. If you run into difficulty, then just reinforce these words upon your mind. Make it listen.

Perhaps in this way we can all [[achieve]] a closer [[relationship]] with each other. It will certainly go a long way to preserving [[peace]] on a world that has already been ravaged with [[havoc]]. You in your little [[group]] can just begin to undo some of that damage. It may seem [[monumental]] to you, but the task can only be accomplished one step at a time, one [[person]] at a time. Then and only then can [[our Father]]'s [[love]] be with everyone.

Perhaps in this way we can all achieve a closer relationship with each other. It will certainly go a long way to preserving peace on a world that has already been ravaged with havoc. You in your little group can just begin to undo some of that damage. It may seem monumental to you, but the task can only be accomplished one step at a time, one person at a time. Then and only then can our Father's love be with everyone.

Continue your [[prayer]] time. Continue contacting each other during the week. It is only [[natural]] to want to be with those you [[love]]--you will see. It won't be long before this is all very [[natural]]. Rest [[assured]] all is well and we are on [[schedule]]. There is much [[work]] to do and we are here to help you as much as we are possibly able to so.

Continue your prayer time. Continue contacting each other during the week. It is only natural to want to be with those you love--you will see. It won't be long before this is all very natural. Rest assured all is well and we are on schedule. There is much work to do and we are here to help you as much as we are possibly able to so.

MELISSA: What order of [[being]] are you?

MELISSA: What order of being are you?

FUNDORE: (pause) I am a [[Midwayer]].

FUNDORE: (pause) I am a Midwayer.

MELISSA: Thank you for taking the time to talk to me in [[Will]]'s [[absence]].

MELISSA: Thank you for taking the time to talk to me in Will's absence.

FUNDORE: You're [[welcome]]. I will bid you adieu. Goodnight.

==Session 17==

==Session 17==

*JANUARY 23, 1992

*JANUARY 23, 1992

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

WILL: The love of God surrounds you. The love of God upholds you. The love of God enfolds you. Wherever you are, He is.

WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] you. The love of God upholds you. The love of God enfolds you. Wherever you are, He is.

Greetings, I am Will. I am sorry that I could not be with you yesterday, I was away on assignment, but you were well cared for in my absence. It isn't often that I will be unavailable, but it will happen. What did you think of your new teacher? He was very special to come and talk with you. We all have very busy schedules, and it is always nice when one outside of our immediate team can lend a helping hand. He is well versed on what we are doing, so is quite capable of handling whatever comes up. There may be times in the future when he may address you, so I invite you to be on the look out. He is a very cordial personality and one quite willing to lend a helping hand whenever necessary.

Greetings, I am Will. I am sorry that I could not be with you yesterday, I was away on assignment, but you were well cared for in my [[absence]]. It isn't often that I will be unavailable, but it will happen. What did you [[think]] of your new [[teacher]]? He was very special to come and [[talk]] with you. We all have very [[busy]] [[schedules]], and it is always nice when one outside of our [[immediate]] team can lend a helping hand. He is well versed on what we are doing, so is quite capable of handling whatever comes up. There may be times in the [[future]] when he may address you, so I [[invite]] you to be on the look out. He is a very cordial [[personality]] and one quite willing to lend a helping hand whenever [[necessary]].

We all look after each other just the way we have asked you all to learn to do. We learn to work in harmony and in groups that form exceptionally good teams. Whatever comes along, anyone of us could step in at any minute and take over. It is quite common, for there are many opportunities for redirecting the comments to others so that they can relay them to you. Perhaps you would like to begin a fresh page and I will dictate something you can take to the group. WILL: My greetings to you all gathered here tonight. I talked with Melissa earlier in the week and asked her to relay this lesson to you. We have so much to cover, that I feel we are unable to do so in one sitting a week. Therefore it behooves us to subsidize our Sunday night lessons with "mini" lessons during the week. Many of you have already been reading more in the Urantia book and this is good. I want you to continue this and absorb all you can. You must be ready to do anything that the Father asks you to do. He will be ever at your side with whatever strength you will need for the task, so you never need feel like you are alone in your pursuits. It only takes a minute of your time for you to ask for the Father's guidance and He is right there giving you whatever you need. Be aware that the Father will have many tasks for you. Some you may feel are more difficult that others, but if you sit down and ask for the help you need, it will always come, whether related to work, family or recreational activities. You may not always win, but you will have a much better attitude about the whole activity. Rest assured that the Father is guiding you, and you need not be concerned about being led astray. You have much more help than you could ever imagine. He is everywhere guiding, correcting and urging you to take the risk to try new things.

We all look after each other just the way we have asked you all to [[learn]] to do. We learn to [[work]] in [[harmony]] and in [[groups]] that form exceptionally good teams. Whatever comes along, anyone of us could step in at any minute and take over. It is quite common, for there are many [[opportunities]] for redirecting the comments to others so that they can relay them to you. Perhaps you would like to begin a fresh page and I will [[Dictation|dictate]] something you can take to the [[group]].  

WILL: My greetings to you all gathered here tonight. I talked with Melissa earlier in the week and asked her to relay this lesson to you. We have so much to cover, that I feel we are unable to do so in one sitting a week. Therefore it behooves us to subsidize our Sunday night lessons with "mini" lessons during the week. Many of you have already been [[reading]] more in the [[Urantia book]] and this is [[good]]. I want you to continue this and [[absorb]] all you can. You must be ready to do anything that [[the Father]] asks you to do. He will be ever at your side with whatever [[strength]] you will need for the task, so you never need [[feel]] like you are [[alone]] in your pursuits. It only takes a minute of your time for you to ask for the Father's [[guidance]] and He is right there giving you whatever you need. Be [[aware]] that [[the Father]] will have many tasks for you. Some you may [[feel]] are more [[difficult]] that others, but if you sit down and ask for the help you need, it will always come, whether related to [[work]], [[family]] or [[recreational]] [[activities]]. You may not always win, but you will have a much better [[attitude]] about the whole [[activity]]. Rest [[assured]] that [[the Father]] is [[guiding]] you, and you need not be concerned about being led astray. You have much more help than you could ever [[imagine]]. He is everywhere guiding, correcting and urging you to take the [[risk]] to try new things.

There is nothing wrong in attempting to [[enlighten]] yourself about things [[spiritual]] if your [[heart]] is firmly planted in the [[soil]] of life. [[Our Father]] will [[water]] those [[ideas]] and give you sustenance while you [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germination germinate] into a full blown bulb. One flowers only under [[the Father]]'s [[guidance]], and He will bring you forth from the [[darkness]] into the [[light]] with your blossoms ready to behold the [[rays]] of day. Those rays contain the teachings of [[the Father]] and, if you are [[persistent]], you will find that you will clearly be led to find the Father in a way unimaginable to you now. You have not yet begun to even scratch to [[surface]] of what is waiting--it is all so [[exciting]]. Forever is your [[journey]] made [[progressive]] by the way you strive to know the Father yourself. The harder you [[work]], the more will be [[revealed]] to you. Those who are on a [[spiritual]] [[path]] will be given every [[opportunity]] to find what they seek. It will be a [[labor]] of [[love]]. Rest [[assured]] the Father loves you. Rest [[assured]] that He will take every [[opportunity]] you give Him to build a closer [[relationship]] with Him, for only in this way can you truly [[understand]] what lies ahead and the [[glories]] of the One who [[loves]] you the most. If you love [[the Father]], love those who are His children. If you truly love the Father, love those who strive with you and you will find that all things will open up to you in a very special way.

There is nothing wrong in attempting to enlighten yourself about things spiritual if your heart is firmly planted in the soil of life. Our Father will water those ideas and give you sustenance while you germinate into a full blown bulb. One flowers only under the Father's guidance, and He will bring you forth from the darkness into the light with your blossoms ready to behold the rays of day. Those rays contain the teachings of the Father and, if you are persistent, you will find that you will clearly be led to find the Father in a way unimaginable to you now. You have not yet begun to even scratch to surface of what is waiting--it is all so exciting. Forever is your journey made progressive by the way you strive to know the Father yourself. The harder you work, the more will be revealed to you. Those who are on a spiritual path will be given every opportunity to find what they seek. It will be a labor of love. Rest assured the Father loves you. Rest assured that He will take every opportunity you give Him to build a closer relationship with Him, for only in this way can you truly understand what lies ahead and the glories of the One who loves you the most. If you love the Father, love those who are His children. If you truly love the Father, love those who strive with you and you will find that all things will open up to you in a very special way.

[[God]] is with you--never [[forget]] that. Be [[conscious]] of this every minute of every day and that will help you to [[radiate]] that [[love]] out to others you meet. It is [[difficult]] to contain such love when it is overflowing in your own [[countenance]]. Rest [[assured]] you are loved. Pass that love on to others and watch their [[reaction]]. You will be [[amazed]]. Lift the spirits of those around you and you can help them in a very special way. [[Love]] others always.  

God is with you--never forget that. Be conscious of this every minute of every day and that will help you to radiate that love out to others you meet. It is difficult to contain such love when it is overflowing in your own countenance. Rest assured you are loved. Pass that love on to others and watch their reaction. You will be amazed. Lift the spirits of those around you and you can help them in a very special way. Love others always.  

[[Shalom]].

==Session 19==

==Session 19==

*JANUARY 26, 1992

*JANUARY 26, 1992

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

WILL: The love of God surrounds us. The love of God enfolds us. The power of God supports us. Wherever we meet, He is. Good evening. I am your teacher, Will.

WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] us. The love of God enfolds us. The [[power]] of God [[supports]] us. Wherever we meet, He is. Good evening. I am your [[teacher]], Will.

Welcome to our friends visiting tonight. I assure you [Desmond and Mary] that your teacher is on duty. I have spoken with him only recently. He may have words for you tonight.

[[Welcome]] to our [[friends]] visiting tonight. I [[assure]] you [Desmond and Mary] that your teacher is on [[duty]]. I have spoken with him only recently. He may have [[words]] for you tonight.

 

We are about to make a transition in this group. I observed the interactions at your party [Saturday] at Vincent's house and was encouraged by some things. I noted some things that needed work. The fellowship that you showed one to the other was a good and positive sign. I also noted that Lucy was happy to speak with people. She seemed to seek them out individually and enjoyed the companionship of the group in general. You need not worry that you showed her unpleasant or unflattering times. It was a good experience for her. But on some occasions, I sensed that people were uncomfortable in that atmosphere discussing developments within the group and the Urantia movement in general. That is silly. There is no reason to feel that way. This work goes on no matter what the setting. Any place is all right to discuss the Father's business. You need not worry about turning Lucy or anyone else off by the mention of the Father's name or His works. Every occasion is appropriate for forwarding the Father's work.

We are about to make a [[transition]] in this [[group]]. I [[observed]] the [[interactions]] at your party [Saturday] at Vincent's house and was [[encouraged]] by some things. I noted some things that needed work. The [[fellowship]] that you showed one to the other was a good and [[positive]] sign. I also noted that Lucy was [[happy]] to speak with people. She seemed to seek them out [[individually]] and enjoyed the [[companionship]] of the [[group]] in general. You need not worry that you showed her unpleasant or unflattering times. It was a good [[experience]] for her. But on some occasions, I sensed that people were uncomfortable in that [[atmosphere]] discussing [[developments]] within the [[group]] and the [[Urantia movement]] in general. That is silly. There is no reason to feel that way. This work goes on no matter what the setting. Any place is all right to [[discuss]] [[the Father]]'s [[business]]. You need not [[worry]] about turning Lucy or anyone else off by the mention of the Father's name or His works. Every occasion is appropriate for forwarding the Father's work.

 

Soon we will make a transition from our 1,2,3 exercise. We will do a supplementary exercise that is somewhat more service oriented. I was concerned to see that some people perhaps feel this experience is not to be shared with people outside the group. That is the silly part. The good news is to be spread among all. People are waiting to hear these words. They are waiting to see the result of this communication and this connection in your daily lives. You have nothing to conceal. You would be concealing the best part of yourselves and this is unnecessary and unproductive. Take care that you do not compartmentalize these experiences. These developments are not to be kept only within the family at large. They are not to be shared only with the people who are meeting here tonight. We must all see the outworking of these teachings. As David pointed out only weeks ago, the main mechanism of spiritual growth is to share your advancements immediately and spontaneously with those nearby. Much can be gained from reflection upon developments and insights, but there is no reason to withhold this information. There is never any reason to withhold the good news. Just as in Jesus of Nazareth's day, the people are waiting to hear some good news. You may share it with them freely. I commission you.

Soon we will make a [[transition]] from our 1,2,3 exercise. We will do a supplementary [[exercise]] that is somewhat more [[service]] oriented. I was concerned to see that some people perhaps feel this [[experience]] is not to be [[shared]] with people outside the group. That is the silly part. The good news is to be spread among all. People are waiting to hear these [[words]]. They are waiting to see the result of this [[communication]] and this [[connection]] in your daily lives. You have nothing to [[conceal]]. You would be concealing the best part of yourselves and this is unnecessary and unproductive. Take [[care]] that you do not compartmentalize these [[experiences]]. These [[developments]] are not to be kept only within the family at large. They are not to be [[shared]] only with the people who are [[meeting]] here tonight. We must all see the outworking of these teachings. As David pointed out only weeks ago, the main [[mechanism]] of [[spiritual]] [[growth]] is to [[share]] your advancements [[immediately]] and [[spontaneously]] with those nearby. Much can be gained from [[reflection]] upon [[developments]] and [[insights]], but there is no reason to withhold this [[information]]. There is never any reason to withhold the good news. Just as in [[Jesus]] of [[Nazareth]]'s day, the people are waiting to hear some good news. You may [[share]] it with them freely. I commission you.

 

 

 

The Father lives in a wonderful heaven. There is room on the isle of Paradise for all mortals who have ever been born and who shall ever make their progress to that domain. He will greet each one personally, for He wishes to share the tale of their progress. And in support of that desire, He has set this machinery in motion and His ministry of love and support extends from the organization of Paradise itself, throughout the perfect balance of Havona and into the far-flung regions of space, on worlds better and worse than that upon which you live. And you may feel confident that there is no problem too small or so small as to be unworthy of the Father's attention. He will always assist you. There is nothing that impinges upon your daily life that has no spiritual value whatsoever, even if only to serve as the basis for a request for assistance.

The Father's defenses are deep. He will help you through the Adjuster inside. He will help you from without through the midwayers, the seraphim, and all the other angels, occasionally through the intercessions of teachers like myself. From time to time, He will request through Michael that certain things shall develop and they will. He will open the pathways. He will open the pathways to allow you each to travel His road--the road that stretches across eternity itself. He always stands ready to assist you. No problem is beneath His notice. So in doing your daily activities, when you feel distressed or frustrated or cornered, you may find it helpful to take your nose out of the immediate problem. Take a moment and request assistance. A generalized request for assistance is good enough to mobilize legions to your rescue. No one will do the work for you. But we will all work and do our best to help you see your way through the problem. For that is truly the best way to work through problems. See through them yourselves. Many are transitory and none are insurmountable. Some seem to be knotty. All you can do in that case is set them aside and tackle them again some other day. It is the fate of those living on material worlds to live with much inconsistency. I have commented on it before. The most important thing is that no sincere request for assistance is ever ignored. The results might not be what you initially preferred, but we think that with your growing awareness, you will see that the action taken is justified. After all, we are here to help you. That is the substance of my message tonight. If you will permit me, I would like to introduce a friend.

So shortly, we will make the [[transition]] to a [[service]] [[exercise]] where you will be asked to deal with people's [[problems]]. That is why we are gaining the body of experience that we are [[developing]] right now, through the [[exercise]] instruction first, to treat each person as if [[Jesus]] of [[Nazareth]] was standing next to you and, by your [[words]] and [[deeds]], you show him that you fully [[understand]] the import of his teachings and, second, to open yourself as a [[channel]] of [[divine]] [[love]] from [[the Father]] in [[heaven]] directly to the [[person]] with whom you are [[engaged]] and, third, that you do so in a [[sincere]] [[manner]], making no jokes or wisecracks. That is the part which everyone thinks is the toughest, but [[sincerity]] is a [[necessary]] component of this [[exercise]] just as [[consciousness]] is a necessary component of the [[stillness]] exercise. Otherwise, you could reduce yourself to a state of blissful demise as indicated with too much [[Liquor|alcohol]] or too much [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Television television] or any number of unproductive pursuits. So we will ask you to be [[sincere]] as well as [[conscious]]. And we recommend it to you because we know that you will [[enjoy]] it. It is [[growth]] experience. I find it rapturous myself. I have spent many days [[discussing]] the [[nature]] of [[the Father]]'s [[love]].

The [[Manner|fashion]] in which the [[Urantia Book]] is structured sometimes makes it [[difficult]] to feel a direct [[personal]] [[connection]] with [[the Father]] in [[heaven]], with His many aspects and His many roles and [[duties]] and His upholdings and His [[attention]] is divided in so many [[different]] directions. We have tried to emphasize that the Father's [[ministry]] is a [[personal]] ministry, is the ministry that upholds all of [[Creation]] through the [[mechanism]] of the [[Thought Adjuster]]. The Father knows [[intimately]] all the things which come to pass in the furthest reaches of His [[Creation]]. Therein lies the answer to the question. When the tree falls in the forest, He knows. He is [[intimately]] [[aware]] of the [[developments]] throughout His [[creation]]. It is [[marvelous]] to consider this [[power]] that He is, that He should be so [[immediately]] concerned with things that [[develop]] on the [[morontia worlds]], and the constant charting of the [[progress]] of the [[beings]] housed upon the [[different]] [[spiritual]] and [[morontia]] worlds. He truly is masterful. I cannot even hazard a guess as to what His [[activities]] are beyond the realm of our [[local universe]].

RAMSEY: Good evening to you all, I am Ramsey. I work with your new friend and his acquaintances who aspire to truth and glory in the neighborhood of Tampa, Florida. I greet you all and especially Desmond and Mary. My work proceeds and we are making some progress. Please don't feel that things are not progressing in any way. We are never stopped. We can find ways around any roadblock. The Father's road is wide enough to circumvent any roadblocks. Certain of your friends are not even willing to entertain contact such as we are enjoying at the moment. But I assure you that all will work out. We have a long time to work together. Perhaps you, Lee or Mary, have a question or two that I might answer for you.

[[The Father]] lives in a [[wonderful]] heaven. There is room on the isle of [[Paradise]] for all [[mortals]] who have ever been born and who shall ever make their [[progress]] to that [[domain]]. He will greet each one [[personally]], for He [[wishes]] to [[share]] the [[tale]] of their [[progress]]. And in [[support]] of that [[desire]], He has set this [[machinery]] in [[motion]] and His [[ministry]] of love and [[support]] extends from the [[organization]] of [[Paradise]] itself, throughout the [[perfect]] [[balance]] of [[Havona]] and into the far-flung regions of [[space]], on worlds better and worse than that upon which you live. And you may feel [[confident]] that there is no [[problem]] too small or so small as to be unworthy of [[the Father]]'s [[attention]]. He will always [[assist]] you. There is nothing that impinges upon your daily life that has no [[spiritual]] [[value]] whatsoever, even if only to serve as the basis for a request for [[assistance]].

[[The Father]]'s defenses are deep. He will help you through the [[Adjuster]] inside. He will help you from without through the [[midwayers]], the [[seraphim]], and all the other [[angels]], occasionally through the [[intercessions]] of [[teachers]] like myself. From time to time, He will request through [[Michael]] that certain things shall develop and they will. He will open the pathways. He will open the pathways to allow you each to [[travel]] His road--the road that stretches across [[eternity]] itself. He always stands ready to [[assist]] you. No [[problem]] is beneath His notice. So in doing your daily [[activities]], when you feel distressed or [[frustrated]] or cornered, you may find it helpful to take your nose out of the immediate problem. Take a [[moment]] and request [[assistance]]. A generalized request for assistance is good enough to mobilize legions to your [[rescue]]. No one will do the [[work]] for you. But we will all work and do our best to help you see your way through the [[problem]]. For that is truly the best way to work through problems. See through them yourselves. Many are [[transitory]] and none are insurmountable. Some seem to be knotty. All you can do in that case is set them aside and tackle them again some other day. It is the [[fate]] of those living on [[material worlds]] to live with much inconsistency. I have commented on it before. The most important thing is that no [[sincere]] request for [[assistance]] is ever ignored. The results might not be what you initially preferred, but we [[think]] that with your growing [[awareness]], you will see that the [[action]] taken is justified. After all, we are here to help you. That is the substance of my [[message]] tonight. If you will [[permit]] me, I would like to introduce a [[friend]].

DESMOND: Do you know who the contact personalities might be?

DESMOND: Do you know who the [[contact personalities]] might be?

RAMSEY: With the proviso that nothing on your world is certain, yes, I think I know but no, I cannot say at the moment.

RAMSEY: With the proviso that nothing on your world is certain, yes, I [[think]] I know but no, I cannot say at the [[moment]].

DESMOND: Is there anything we can do to further your work?

DESMOND: Is there anything we can do to further your work?

RAMSEY: I am not displeased with any of the efforts that you have undertaken to this date. There is an infinite amount of work that can be done in the Father's name--that is the way they teach us to ask a question in the training school. We are learning through our contacts with humans that certain types of answers are provocative.

RAMSEY: I am not displeased with any of the [[efforts]] that you have undertaken to this date. There is an [[infinite]] amount of work that can be done in [[the Father]]'s name--that is the way they teach us to ask a question in the [[training]] [[school]]. We are learning through our contacts with [[humans]] that certain types of answers are provocative.

DESMOND: What can you tell us about yourself?

DESMOND: What can you tell us about yourself?

RAMSEY: Like all teachers to date, I am a human from another planet who has fused with my Adjuster. Humans are called upon to serve as teachers in this effort established by Michael because it is thought that we have some natural sympathy or connection with humans on a planet such as yours.

RAMSEY: Like all [[teachers]] to date, I am a [[human]] from another [[planet]] who has [[fused]] with my [[Adjuster]]. Humans are called upon to serve as [[teachers]] in this effort [[established]] by [[Michael]] because it is thought that we have some [[natural]] [[sympathy]] or [[connection]] with humans on a planet such as yours.

DESMOND: Are you male or female?

DESMOND: Are you [[male]] or [[female]]?

RAMSEY: I was male.

RAMSEY: I was male.

DESMOND: And your world, was it a non-breathing world or was it a world similar to ours?

DESMOND: And your world, was it a [[49:3|non-breathing world]] or was it a world similar to ours?

 

DESMOND: We welcome you.

RAMSEY: I am sorry; a question like that must wait until later [[developments]].

RAMSEY: I am happy to serve you. I count myself lucky to have been chosen to work with one group such as yours even when it is not fully formed. The formation of the group itself is an interesting developing progress, one that is being monitored closely, for we all wish to see humans work in groups and not as single individuals. Little can be accomplished as individuals, yet if you look among the people who have gathered here tonight, you will find that many of you know people who know people who know people who know other people. There are many connections. Those gathered in groups such as this can much more effectively exploit those connections, for we seek to build a network that truly represents the Father's love in action, that will blanket the world. We would like to build a seamless garment. So we encourage you, Lee, and you, Mary, in your work. Many personalities are involved in attempting to bring together the nucleus of a group in your neighborhood. It remains to be seen exactly how this shall be accomplished. Like everything, it is subject to the vagaries of individual humans. Certain times they are not in the mood for such developments. Sometimes is it personally or mentally threatening to them. Some simply do not want to hear it. Urantia Book readers are a natural pool of allies and recruits for efforts such as this. They are favored because they have developed a basic knowledge of the mechanisms, and some of the terminology used. But our efforts cannot be limited only to Urantia Book readers. There are simply not enough. So when you speak to people about the possibility of such developments, for example, using phrases like, "Do you think it is possible for the Father to be active in a human's daily life?" Try to measure your listener's reaction. They will not necessarily respond immediately. But many people in your society have a good foundational base and have been raised in the Christian traditions. They are somewhat familiar with concepts of the Father and His son, Jesus, the ministry of angels, and the generalized notion that God can be active even on a planet such as this. It is not a big surprise to them. So I recommend that you do not limit your search for interested parties only to Urantia Book readers. Approach many people. You will make some mistakes. That is unavoidable. You will irritate some people. You will scare some people. Those things are inescapable. You are not personally responsible for the spiritual development for every person that you encounter. The Father's defense-in-depth is designed to compensate for such errors.

RAMSEY: I am [[happy]] to serve you. I count myself lucky to have been [[chosen]] to [[work]] with one [[group]] such as yours even when it is not fully formed. The formation of the [[group]] itself is an interesting [[developing]] [[progress]], one that is being monitored closely, for we all [[wish]] to see [[humans]] work in groups and not as single [[individuals]]. Little can be accomplished as individuals, yet if you look among the people who have gathered here tonight, you will find that many of you know people who know people who know people who know other people. There are many [[connections]]. Those gathered in [[groups]] such as this can much more effectively [[exploit]] those connections, for we seek to build a network that truly [[represents]] [[the Father]]'s [[love]] in [[action]], that will blanket the world. We would like to build a seamless garment. So we [[encourage]] you, Lee, and you, Mary, in your work. Many [[personalities]] are involved in attempting to bring [[together]] the [[nucleus]] of a [[group]] in your [[neighborhood]]. It remains to be seen exactly how this shall be accomplished. Like [[everything]], it is subject to the vagaries of individual [[humans]]. Certain times they are not in the [[mood]] for such [[developments]]. Sometimes is it personally or mentally threatening to them. Some simply do not want to hear it. [[Urantia Book]] [[readers]] are a [[natural]] pool of allies and recruits for [[efforts]] such as this. They are favored because they have developed a basic knowledge of the [[mechanisms]], and some of the [[terminology]] used. But our efforts cannot be limited only to [[Urantia Book]] readers. There are simply not enough. So when you speak to people about the [[possibility]] of such [[developments]], for example, using phrases like, "Do you think it is possible for the Father to be active in a human's daily life?" Try to [[measure]] your [[listener]]'s [[reaction]]. They will not necessarily respond [[immediately]]. But many people in your [[society]] have a good [[foundational]] base and have been raised in the [[Christian]] [[traditions]]. They are somewhat familiar with [[concepts]] of [[the Father]] and His son, [[Jesus]], the [[Ministering spirits|ministry of angels]], and the generalized notion that [[God]] can be [[active]] even on a [[planet]] such as this. It is not a big [[surprise]] to them. So I recommend that you do not [[limit]] your search for interested parties only to [[Urantia Book]] readers. Approach many people. You will make some mistakes. That is unavoidable. You will [[irritate]] some people. You will scare some people. Those things are inescapable. You are not [[personally]] [[responsible]] for the spiritual [[development]] for every person that you encounter. [[The Father]]'s defense-in-depth is designed to [[compensate]] for such [[errors]].

Your job now is to talk to people. Your job in the future will be to talk to people. You will become adept at learning and teaching, learning and teaching, learning and teaching. That is the heartbeat of spiritual progress. We all walk that path. Those of us who know everything are already with the Father. Learning and teaching is our role. Have you another question?

Your job now is to [[talk]] to people. Your job in the [[future]] will be to talk to people. You will become adept at [[learning]] and [[teaching]], learning and teaching, learning and teaching. That is the heartbeat of [[spiritual]] [[progress]]. We all walk that path. Those of us who know everything are already with the Father. Learning and teaching is our role. Have you another question?

DESMOND: You were saying that those of us who are with [[the Father]], I was [[wondering]], of the teachers, [[Ham]], [[Will]], yourself, how far have you yourselves gone? Have you [[progressed]] outside the Universe of [[Nebadon]], or is that a question that you would not want me to ask?

DESMOND: You were saying that those of us who are with the Father, I was wondering, of the teachers, Ham, Will, yourself, how far have you yourselves gone? Have you progressed outside the Universe of Nebadon, or is that a question that you would not want me to ask?

RAMSEY: This is a [[local universe]] program. The request that started this program in motion originated in [[Paradise]]. [[The Father]] has stirred Himself. I come from within this [[local universe]]. [[Will]] does also. I do not know the background of every teacher. Teachers are arriving rapidly. Many more are in [[training]]. For a complete answer, you must ask one who knows more than I.

RAMSEY: This is a local universe program. The request that started this program in motion originated in Paradise. The Father has stirred Himself. I come from within this local universe. Will does also. I do not know the background of every teacher. Teachers are arriving rapidly. Many more are in training. For a complete answer, you must ask one who knows more than I.

DESMOND: Should we [[expect]] to see as these [[teachers]] are arriving rapidly...I [[presume]] that they are arriving not only in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States], but that they are arriving all over the world. Should we [[expect]] to see a universal [[renaissance]] or advancement of [[spiritual]] [[awareness]] throughout the [[planet]] on a wide-scale level, or on a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grassroots grass-roots] level? Is this something that we are going to be able to see all over?

DESMOND: Should we expect to see as these teachers are arriving rapidly...I presume that they are arriving not only in the United States, but that they are arriving all over the world. Should we expect to see a universal renaissance or advancement of spiritual awareness throughout the planet on a wide-scale level, or on a grass-roots level? Is this something that we are going to be able to see all over?

RAMSEY: This [[program]] will naturally engender spectacular results by the [[acts]] of [[individual]] [[humans]], their [[companions]] and compatriots. But this is not a top-down program. The [[political]] and existing spiritual [[leadership]] of this planet is likely to be left behind by these [[changes]]. I am not certain if this is [[considered]] an [[epochal]] advance, but in the past, on this like all [[planets]], epochal spiritual developments have caused the unleashing of incredible amounts of [[energy]] on the [[material world]] itself. This [[program]] is truly worldwide. There is no [[person]] desirous of [[contact]] with [[the Father]] who will be turned aside. Not all will be able or will do the [[work]] [[necessary]] to allow direct [[communication]]. This group is [[experimental]] here in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tallahassee,_Florida Tallahassee]. We shall see how this one [[develops]]. We will better be able to gauge the extent of the [[promises]] we can make to others. But [[the Father]] works as He always does, one [[human]] at a time, [[heart]] by heart, the people will be turned to the [[love]] of [[the Father]]. I will bid you [[farewell]] and [[hope]] to have occasion to [[speak]] with you again soon. Keep up the [[good]] work. We are working with you always. Have a safe [[journey]] [[home]]. I will return you now to your teacher Will.

RAMSEY: This program will naturally engender spectacular results by the acts of individual humans, their companions and compatriots. But this is not a top-down program. The political and existing spiritual leadership of this planet is likely to be left behind by these changes. I am not certain if this is considered an epochal advance, but in the past, on this like all planets, epochal spiritual developments have caused the unleashing of incredible amounts of energy on the material world itself. This program is truly worldwide. There is no person desirous of contact with the Father who will be turned aside. Not all will be able or will do the work necessary to allow direct communication. This group is experimental here in Tallahassee. We shall see how this one develops. We will better be able to gauge the extent of the promises we can make to others. But the Father works as He always does, one human at a time, heart by heart, the people will be turned to the love of the Father. I will bid you farewell and hope to have occasion to speak with you again soon. Keep up the good work. We are working with you always. Have a safe journey home. I will return you now to your teacher Will.

MACHIVENTA MELCHIZEDEK: I will ask you all to call again on the [[love]] of [[the Father]]. None of this would exist except for His [[desire]] to [[share]] Himself. He is truly the [[First Source and the Center]] of all that is. His [[love]] [[flows]] out like a [[river]]. All who are bold enough to set forth within it are washed clean. A truer and purer love exists nowhere. Truly there is no other "where". [[The Father]]'s [[love]] washes out over all [[Paper 49 - The Inhabited Worlds|the worlds]], over each life. It finds its [[expression]] in the [[relationship]] between people, between [[parent]] and [[child]], even in the soft [[touch]] of [[affection]] between a human and an accompanying animal. In our view in this [[expression]] of [[love]] is worthwhile.

MACHIVENTA MELCHIZEDEK: I will ask you all to call again on the love of the Father. None of this would exist except for His desire to share Himself. He is truly the First Source and the Center of all that is. His love flows out like a river. All who are bold enough to set forth within it are washed clean. A truer and purer love exists nowhere. Truly there is no other "where". The Father's love washes out over all the worlds, over each life. It finds its expression in the relationship between people, between parent and child, even in the soft touch of affection between a human and an accompanying animal. In our view in this expression of love is worthwhile.

There is only a certain amount of [[time]] allotted to each of us in the [[material]] life. Who knows when this [[exercise]] shall end? It is [[wise]] and productive to conduct yourself as if there is no tomorrow. I know whereof I speak, for I am the [[Melchizedek]] who once strode your [[planet]]. Do not [[waste]] the days that [[the Father]] has granted to you. I, [[Machiventa]], say so. Do not hang back, there are only so many [[opportunities]]. The doors are open to you all. Make sure that you pass through. Riches await on the other side.

Good evening to you all. I see your [[work]] and I see your [[intentions]] and they are [[good]]. We who direct this program are [[happy]] at these [[developments]]. I speak for [[Michael]] and He is pleased. He is pleased with you all. He offers you his hand. When you need his help, he will extend it. That is enough for tonight. I shall [[visit]] you again soon. I will leave you as always [[cradle]]d, [[surrounded]], engulfed in [[the Father]]'s [[love]]; subject to His ministry and the object of all His love and [[desire]]. [[Amen]].

==Session 20==

==Session 20==

*01/26/92 Sunday a.m., first assignment for Machiventa Melchizedek

*01/26/92 Sunday a.m., first assignment for Machiventa Melchizedek

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

It is often said that to earn a place in Heaven you must do so through Jesus, the Christ. I say to you that Michael's gate is but one gate on this path. The Father's road is broad, and to walk His road is to travel across eternity.

First, on another note, we [[approve]] of your [[technique]] in introducing your [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wyoming Wyoming] [[friend]] to these teachings, and the [[relation]] of your initial contact should also be useful for him. Also, we note that you do not press for people involved in Vincent's life to [[participate]]. You and Soldette have correctly [[discerned]] that there is a [[complicated]] interpersonal [[dynamic]] going on in that area, the result of Vincent's previous life [[attitude]], which is inconsistent with his new attitude. Now [[record]] these [[words]]:

Good morning to you, my friend. I am Machiventa Melchizedek, and I wish for you to deliver a message on my behalf. I see the work that you are doing on our instruction, and it is good. Please take down these words, and at the finish, I will name the person who is to receive them, with other practical instructions.

Wherever you look, when [[traveling]] [[the Father]]'s road, the [[majesty]] and intricacy of His [[Creation]] stands forth [[boldly]]. The Father's [[plan]] is complete, notwithstanding the [[apparent]] [[conflicts]] which exist on your world. [[The Father]] must allow for [[adversity]] in the spiritual [[growth]] [[experience]], so to cause His [[children]] to feel [[confidence]] in the [[faith]] which they hold as a result of [[belief]] in His [[wisdom]] and [[leadership]]. Untested faith is only [[incipient]] faith -- not wholly formed, nor useful. The only [[equitable]] way for [[the Father]] to allow [[adversity]] to affect the lives of His [[children]] is through the [[mechanism]] of [[chance]]. Many, though not all, of the misfortunes which befall the people are the result of this [[random]], [[impersonal]] [[mechanism]]. There is no reason why some are born high, while others are lamed. It is simply [[chance]].

[[Chance]] rules on the backward [[planets]]. An [[examination]] of your own planetary [[development]] clearly shows a [[progressive]] mastery over the vagaries of [[nature]] and, of course, [[chance]]. It is the duty of the people to [[compensate]] for the unfortunates of your world who are burdened with unmanageable or devastating misfortunes, but this they have largely failed to do. There is a generalized [[sentiment]] among the people of your country that [[responsibility]] falls to the [[society]] at large to [[administer]] this program of [[rescue]] and aid, but [[resistance]] is strong. The [[society]] is not ready for such [[governmental]] [[programs]], although they would work well enough. The past two decades have built an overaccumulation of [[selfish]] mistrust of all [[social]] [[services]] carried on through [[government]] [[action]]. It is therefore the [[responsibility]] of the [[churches]] to [[administer]] the [[necessary]] aid and rehabilitation.

The [[churches]] have largely contented themselves in these same recent years with raising [[palaces]] to the [[material]] [[wealth]] [[status]] of their memberships. No more useless expenditure of [[capital]] could be found on your [[planet]] to serve as an example of what not to do with [[resources]]. [[The Father]] in [[Heaven]] has no use for [[money]]; He is already spectacularly housed. What the Father asks for cannot be bought -- only given, and only from the [[hearts]] of [[individual]] [[humans]]. The Father [[desires]] that you show your love for Him, who needs nothing, by [[service]] to your less-fortunate brothers and sisters, who need [[everything]]. For just as [[the Father]] lives in you, so does He live through your brethren. If you truly [[desire]] to show your [[love]] and [[respect]] for the Father, then put your riches to [[service]] in His name. There is nothing in your larder that is too precious to place before these, His [[children]].

First, on another note, we approve of your technique in introducing your Wyoming friend to these teachings, and the relation of your initial contact should also be useful for him. Also, we note that you do not press for people involved in Vincent's life to participate. You and Soldette have correctly discerned that there is a complicated interpersonal dynamic going on in that area, the result of Vincent's previous life attitude, which is inconsistent with his new attitude. Now record these words:

[[The Master]] taught truly when, near the end of His [[ministry]], [[172:1|the woman used expensive oils]] intended for the [[burial]], lavishing them on his feet while he lived. Is that not the better use? What will you pass on to the next [[generation]]? This empty shell of a building, for them to [[divine]] its [[purpose]]? Or will you begin from here, building the living [[church]] that [[the Master]] taught, and put his [[enlightened]] and [[progressive]] teachings in [[action]] this day, in this place, for [[the Father]] to look upon with loving approval? [[Time]] is wasting, and only so many days are allotted to each of you. If not today, then when do you [[propose]] to get about [[the Father]]'s business?

Wherever you look, when traveling the Father's road, the majesty and intricacy of His Creation stands forth boldly. The Father's plan is complete, notwithstanding the apparent conflicts which exist on your world. The Father must allow for adversity in the spiritual growth experience, so to cause His children to feel confidence in the faith which they hold as a result of belief in His wisdom and leadership. Untested faith is only incipient faith -- not wholly formed, nor useful. The only equitable way for the Father to allow adversity to affect the lives of His children is through the mechanism of chance. Many, though not all, of the misfortunes which befall the people are the result of this random, impersonal mechanism. There is no reason why some are born high, while others are lamed. It is simply chance.

So I say to you that even though [[Michael]]'s gate is but one on the road, there is no way to avoid it without leaving the true [[path]]. If you [[wish]] to approach [[the Father]], you must pass this gate. And having [[absorbed]] this lesson, and gained the [[growth]] in spirit power that such a success naturally [[inspires]], you will know without question that you are traveling the right road, and that the road lies open before you.

Chance rules on the backward planets. An examination of your own planetary development clearly shows a progressive mastery over the vagaries of nature and, of course, chance. It is the duty of the people to compensate for the unfortunates of your world who are burdened with unmanageable or devastating misfortunes, but this they have largely failed to do. There is a generalized sentiment among the people of your country that responsibility falls to the society at large to administer this program of rescue and aid, but resistance is strong. The society is not ready for such governmental programs, although they would work well enough. The past two decades have built an overaccumulation of selfish mistrust of all social services carried on through government action. It is therefore the responsibility of the churches to administer the necessary aid and rehabilitation.

The [[Urantia Book]] teaches that no matter how much [[institutional]] [[charity]] exists, it will be insufficient to solve the [[problems]] of the damaged and bereft of your [[society]]. It will not suffice because what is needed is not [[professional]] [[service]], but [[personal]] service. [[The Master]] certainly had the wherewithal to [[establish]] [[institutions]] of [[service]]. Such institutions existed under the [[patronage]] of the [[Jewish]] [[leaders]], then, as now, showing little result. [[The Master]], whose life was perfectly pleasing to the Father, ministered to the people, and those such as he encountered as he passed by.

It is unnecessary to [[travel]] about, in search of [[the Father]]'s work. An [[abundance]] [[surrounds]] you. The people will come to your door. See that you are there to [[receive]] them with a true [[heart]]. And as for those who are inclined to shrink back from the unfortunates, [[encourage]] them to step forward in the company of a [[friend]], in the loving brotherhood of the [[community]] which will give them the [[strength]] and [[courage]] to master their [[fears]], and [[glow]] in the bright light of [[God]]'s [[love]]. Let them not pass the cup; they shall drink deeply, or not pass the gate.

The churches have largely contented themselves in these same recent years with raising palaces to the material wealth status of their memberships. No more useless expenditure of capital could be found on your planet to serve as an example of what not to do with resources. The Father in Heaven has no use for money; He is already spectacularly housed. What the Father asks for cannot be bought -- only given, and only from the hearts of individual humans. The Father desires that you show your love for Him, who needs nothing, by service to your less-fortunate brothers and sisters, who need everything. For just as the Father lives in you, so does He live through your brethren. If you truly desire to show your love and respect for the Father, then put your riches to service in His name. There is nothing in your larder that is too precious to place before these, His children.

This you shall teach to the people -- to open their [[hearts]] to their [[Siblings|brothers and sisters]], those living in the woods and byways. [[Provide]] them [[shelter]], and [[hope]], and the [[example]] of [[the Father]]'s [[love]] brought to life on [[earth]], as it has from time to time in the lives of the [[prophets]] and [[teachers]] and great men and women of your [[history]]. Teach this to your people, and their [[names]] will be recorded on the rolls as [[citizens]] of [[the Kingdom]], and you will have [[honestly]] [[performed]] the [[work]] you were called long ago to do. Teach this, and the gates will swing wide.

You will take these [[words]] and deliver them to the [[minister]] encountered last week by Vincent, a man who is on the [[path]], but [[wonders]] where it [[leads]], and how to bridge the gap between this life and the life in the [[spirit]]. He will welcome you, and question you, and you will answer. I will [[assist]] you. I thank you now for your [[service]]. You are chosen for this task because you lack [[fear]], and can perform momentarily the tasks which I direct. I will [[speak]] through you, and my [[words]] will resound through the [[heavens]], as they should. [[Shalom]]. -- [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]]

==Session 21==

==Session 21==

*01/28/92 Tuesday a.m., addendum and further instructions

*01/28/92 Tuesday a.m., addendum and further instructions

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

We wish for you to meet the minister in the company of Vincent, who is eager to press forward with the Father's work -- more eager even than you. It is a quality that recommends him, and may lead to further assignments of this nature.

We [[wish]] for you to meet the minister in the company of Vincent, who is [[eager]] to press forward with [[the Father]]'s [[work]] -- more eager even than you. It is a [[quality]] that recommends him, and may lead to further assignments of this [[nature]].

Good morning. I am the chief of the Melchizedeks in this local universe, Machiventa Melchizedek. The strong physiological sensation which you experienced Sunday evening while relaying my message was the result of my communication through you. If it is acceptable to you, I will not moderate the strength of my presence, and will ask you to adapt yourself to my expression. What do you think of that idea?

[[Good]] [[morning]]. I am the chief of the [[Melchizedeks]] in this [[local universe]], [[Machiventa]] Melchizedek. The strong physiological sensation which you experienced Sunday evening while relaying my [[message]] was the result of my [[communication]] through you. If it is [[acceptable]] to you, I will not [[moderate]] the [[strength]] of my [[presence]], and will ask you to [[adapt]] yourself to my [[expression]]. What do you [[think]] of that idea?

A: I like it.

A: I like it.

Good, then. I wish to exhibit more power, rather than less, and make the influence of the Father undeniable, since my acts are performed in His name. I desire to impart that feeling of the power of His love to you, so that you may grow used to it, and exhibit that same power of love in your life. I heard your commitment yesterday, and I approve. This kind of thing is what develops naturally when devotion is declared. I also note that you are able to simultaneously discern in an impartial manner the effect of the Adjuster's efforts. This kind of awareness is keen, and I say to you that we are close to a momentous step -- one which will change forever the tenor and tone of your remaining days on the material planet.

In pursuit of the minister who is to [[receive]] my message, please arrange things as Soldette perceptively suggested. The time for [[questions]] will [[develop]] shortly, upon his [[reflection]] on my words. So conduct yourselves this way, you and Vincent, my most [[earnest]] [[student]]. Contact [the minister] by phone, and deliver my [[letter]] to him in an envelope, but reprint it with the salutation Greetings to you, [[citizen]] of [[the Kingdom]], and minister to the people. I have [[words]] to say to you, on the [[authority]] of the [[Most Highs]], for I see your [[acts]], and know that your [[heart]] is open, and ready to hear the good news, brought to life on your world by the example of [[Jesus]] of [[Nazareth]], the [[anointed]] one, who by every [[thought]] and deed perfectly [[reflected]] the [[love]] of [[the Father]] in Heaven, and walked among your peoples but a few years, yet lives on in the works that you [[perform]] in his name, to the [[glory]] of [[God]].

When we look upon you mortal men and women, we see bridled potential. You have somehow slipped the bridle, and it is good to see. It would be good to work with a whole person again -- one who is capable of freely extending the animal, human, and spirit potentials, and then only the dynamic best of each. I think that you may prove to be such a person, and that development would be productive for our efforts, in ways incalculable to you. There is not even a name for such a person in your English language, but the languages of the red men described this phenomenon fully, as they were extensively familiar with the concept, and perceived gradations and stages of development. You may sense it in the quality of their names, which I prefer above all others, names such as They Seek Him. See that you hold onto this thought.

I, [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]], his servant, greet you and [[invite]] you to entertain my [[message]], contained within this [[letter]]. You are not [[alone]], for I, among others, stand ready to [[assist]] you whenever you call for help in His name.

In pursuit of the minister who is to receive my message, please arrange things as Soldette perceptively suggested. The time for questions will develop shortly, upon his reflection on my words. So conduct yourselves this way, you and Vincent, my most earnest student. Contact [the minister] by phone, and deliver my letter to him in an envelope, but reprint it with the salutation Greetings to you, citizen of the Kingdom, and minister to the people. I have words to say to you, on the authority of the Most Highs, for I see your acts, and know that your heart is open, and ready to hear the good news, brought to life on your world by the example of Jesus of Nazareth, the anointed one, who by every thought and deed perfectly reflected the love of the Father in Heaven, and walked among your peoples but a few years, yet lives on in the works that you perform in his name, to the glory of God.

Upon the delivery, make an [[appointment]] to return and [[discuss]] the contents and attendant [[facts]] of this [[communication]], allowing an hour. When you return, deliver to him a copy of [[Urantia Book]], and you will have lit [[fire]] to another brand.

I, Machiventa Melchizedek, his servant, greet you and invite you to entertain my message, contained within this letter. You are not alone, for I, among others, stand ready to assist you whenever you call for help in His name.

I [[wish]] you well, and know you will enjoy this [[exercise]]. I have many tasks of a similar [[nature]], if you but make the time available for this kind of [[work]].

Upon the delivery, make an appointment to return and discuss the contents and attendant facts of this communication, allowing an hour. When you return, deliver to him a copy of Urantia Book, and you will have lit fire to another brand.

A: Yes, Father.

I wish you well, and know you will enjoy this exercise. I have many tasks of a similar nature, if you but make the time available for this kind of work.

Do not call me Father. I am a [[teacher]], like others, and you will pass me by in search of a higher [[destiny]]. For now it is our [[mutual]] [[pleasure]] and benefit to work closely. [[Farewell]].-- [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]]

A: Yes, Father.

Q: Perhaps the offer of the [[Urantia Book]] encumbers the [[decision]], because of its size and physical [[presence]]. Where [[Urantia Book]] is easily available, would it not be better to request only the [[expression]] of [[acceptance]] by the [[practice]] of [[silent]] [[prayer]]?

Do not call me Father. I am a teacher, like others, and you will pass me by in search of a higher destiny. For now it is our mutual pleasure and benefit to work closely. Farewell.-- Machiventa Melchizedek

A: Vincent has offered a [[good]] suggestion, applicable in your case. It is astonishing to us that one so clearly on the [[path]] would decline the offer of [[Urantia Book|the book]], especially when he is walled in with [[books]]. We have guessed incorrectly on the [[timing]] aspect. He will come around, as you and your [[friend]] [[postulate]]. We have some [[work]] in mind for the minister, and we will place [[opportunities]] in his [[path]] which he will find [[difficult]] to refuse and [still] remain [[consistent]] with his own [[beliefs]].

Q: Perhaps the offer of the Urantia Book encumbers the decision, because of its size and physical presence. Where Urantia Book is easily available, would it not be better to request only the expression of acceptance by the practice of silent prayer?

A: Vincent has offered a good suggestion, applicable in your case. It is astonishing to us that one so clearly on the path would decline the offer of the book, especially when he is walled in with books. We have guessed incorrectly on the timing aspect. He will come around, as you and your friend postulate. We have some work in mind for the minister, and we will place opportunities in his path which he will find difficult to refuse and [still] remain consistent with his own beliefs.

We will not, as you [[speculate]], "blast him out of the water," but he is slated to [[receive]] a [[teacher]], and he must refuse overtly, consciously, and consistently [in order] to cause us to seek another, more [[receptive]] human. The minister is simply showing some [[animal]] [[caution]], and we cannot disrespect him for his wariness. He will soon be back, ready for more.

We will not, as you speculate, "blast him out of the water," but he is slated to receive a teacher, and he must refuse overtly, consciously, and consistently [in order] to cause us to seek another, more receptive human. The minister is simply showing some animal caution, and we cannot disrespect him for his wariness. He will soon be back, ready for more.

You and your [[friend]] have done well, and we are all [[happy]] to see the [[attitude]] with which you approach the [[exercise]], and [[measure]] its temporary result. We like it that you also [[maintain]] altitude, and not plunge yourselves into chasm of [[self]]-[[examination]]. You have both done well. This [feeling] is the feeling spawned in a [[human]] - - the result of doing the Father's important work.

You and your friend have done well, and we are all happy to see the attitude with which you approach the exercise, and measure its temporary result. We like it that you also maintain altitude, and not plunge yourselves into chasm of self-examination. You have both done well. This [feeling] is the feeling spawned in a human - - the result of doing the Father's important work.

We will follow Vincent's suggestion for the foreseeable [[future]]. We may also dispense with written [[messages]], since I refuse to [[conform]] my [[thoughts]] to the archaic strictures of [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=English#1500-present.09THE_MODERN_ENGLISH_PERIOD 1600-era English], but such treatments will be based on each [[individual]] situation. Now [[write]] these [[words]]:

We will follow Vincent's suggestion for the foreseeable future. We may also dispense with written messages, since I refuse to conform my thoughts to the archaic strictures of 1600-era English, but such treatments will be based on each individual situation. Now write these words:

Vincent, I [[desire]] for you to begin a [[systematic]] [[survey]] of the ministers from every [[church]] in your [[community]]. [[Organize]] and chart this survey so that you have [[personal]] [[exposure]] to the [[preaching]] [[posture]] of every minister, and do so in a [[manner]] that is least wasteful of your [[time]]. You may involve your [[family]] if you so [[choose]], and you may [[execute]] this project over any time period of your choosing. This is not a [[priority]] project. It is a project for your own [[knowledge]] base, and we think you will be somewhat [[surprised]] at the things you learn in the [[process]] of this [[research]]. Your assignment is still generally to watch and to [[learn]], both as an [[individual]] and as a member of your [[Urantia Book]] readership [[family]]. Tasks which I request of you are additional to your general [[mission]], and are to be approached as such.

Vincent, I desire for you to begin a systematic survey of the ministers from every church in your community. Organize and chart this survey so that you have personal exposure to the preaching posture of every minister, and do so in a manner that is least wasteful of your time. You may involve your family if you so choose, and you may execute this project over any time period of your choosing. This is not a priority project. It is a project for your own knowledge base, and we think you will be somewhat surprised at the things you learn in the process of this research. Your assignment is still generally to watch and to learn, both as an individual and as a member of your Urantia Book readership family. Tasks which I request of you are additional to your general mission, and are to be approached as such.

Go and do these works in the name of [[the Father]]. He stands yonder, awaiting your arrival.-- [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]] Will-136

==Session 23==

==Session 23==

*01/28/92 Tuesday evening message from Will

*01/28/92 Tuesday evening message from Will

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

My heart leaps when I see you young men freely, voluntarily, and enthusiastically fulfill a requested task in the service of the Father. And I love you when I see you walk boldly on the street, drawing strength from no source other than the First Source, not relying on the company of your friend Vincent -- two fine tools, as good together as apart, devoted to the work of the Kingdom.

My [[heart]] leaps when I see you young men freely, voluntarily, and [[enthusiastically]] fulfill a requested task in the [[service]] of [[the Father]]. And I [[love]] you when I see you walk [[boldly]] on the street, drawing [[strength]] from no [[source]] other than the [[First Source]], not relying on the company of your friend Vincent -- two fine [[tools]], as good together as apart, [[devoted]] to the work of [[the Kingdom]].

 

==Session 24==

==Session 24==

*January 28, 1992

*January 28, 1992

===Lesson===

===Dialogue===

Question: Is Machiventa Melchizedek known as the world teacher "Maetreeja" in London?

===='''''[[Discernment]]'''''====

Question: Is [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]] known as the world teacher "[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maitreya_(Benjamin_Creme) Maitreya]" in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London London]?

 

SERAPHIM: Your friend Joan seeks information as to the source of certain spiritual teachings. We are unable to give her a direct confirmative answer. If Machiventa were to choose to teach under a different name in a particular situation it would be for a good reason, and it would not be within our purview to announce such information to the world.

All [[spiritual]] teachings must be [[evaluated]] by their [[content]], and not followed or rejected because of the [[celebrity]] of their supposed [[source]]. The time is long past on this [[planet]] when [[religion]] can be promulgated by asserting the [[authority]] of the teacher; that [[system]] of religious instruction was effectively demolished by [[the Master]] in [[Palestine]] and the later [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reformation Protestant Reformation in Europe]. Neither do we seek to [[create]] a "[[Star]] System" of religious instruction; "If He said it, it must be so!"

All spiritual teachings must be evaluated by their content, and not followed or rejected because of the celebrity of their supposed source. The time is long past on this planet when religion can be promulgated by asserting the authority of the teacher; that system of religious instruction was effectively demolished by the Master in Palestine and the later Protestant Reformation in Europe. Neither do we seek to create a "Star System" of religious instruction; "If He said it, it must be so!"

Such [[acceptance]] of any teachings does not [[lead]] to the kind of [[sincere]] searching and proving for one's [[self]] that we seek to promote. Again, it must be the teachings themselves and the [[effect]] they have on the [[students]]' lives, and not the claimed [[authority]] of their [[source]] that must be the final determinant in [[evaluating]] any religious teachings. That is all we can say on the matter.

==Session 25==

==Session 25==

*01/29/92 message, pace of process, return to school

*01/29/92 message, pace of process, return to school

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

Good morning my young friend. I am your teacher, Will, who loves you.

[[Good]] [[morning]] my young [[friend]]. I am your teacher, [[Will]], who loves you.

 

No, the [[Melchizedek]] is not planning to invite you to be his [[student]]. He just likes you, and finds you unusually suited for some things.

No, the Melchizedek is not planning to invite you to be his student. He just likes you, and finds you unusually suited for some things.

What is happening, yes, is not an [[event]], but a [[process]] that is world- shaking. The [[time]] run on this [[process]] is completely determined by [[human]] [[participation]]. When the humans have had enough, it will slow down. We, of course, [[hope]] that they will want more rather than less, but it is an undeniable [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Empiricism empirical] [[fact]] that such [[processes]] require time-outs for incorporation, [[integration]], retrenchment and, always, rest. For now, things are moving forward, world-wide, at breakneck [[pace]].

What is happening, yes, is not an event, but a process that is world- shaking. The time run on this process is completely determined by human participation. When the humans have had enough, it will slow down. We, of course, hope that they will want more rather than less, but it is an undeniable empirical fact that such processes require time-outs for incorporation, integration, retrenchment and, always, rest. For now, things are moving forward, world-wide, at breakneck pace.

It is more manageable from a [[developmental]] view to [[proceed]] through [[individual]] [[humans]]' [[progress]], because the variety in individual [[capabilities]] (work [[pace]], learning [[abilities]], and recovery time) tends to keep the [[process]] moving forward, if occasionally in an [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amoeba amoeba]-like advance. Thus, we recently presented [[information]] on [[the Father]]'s [[method]] of initiating [[change]] -- one person by one [[person]]. Only He has the [[resources]] to mount such an endeavor.

It is more manageable from a developmental view to proceed through individual humans' progress, because the variety in individual capabilities (work pace, learning abilities, and recovery time) tends to keep the process moving forward, if occasionally in an amoeba-like advance. Thus, we recently presented information on the Father's method of initiating change -- one person by one person. Only He has the resources to mount such an endeavor.

You [[performed]] wonderfully [Tuesday], and such [[opportunities]] will arise again. For now, I ask that you return to your [[school]] and [[work]] [[efforts]], for important work is yet to be done in His name in that area, and we wish you to be [[prepared]] and well-[[connected]] when the occasion is right.-- Will

==Session 26==

==Session 26==

*01/30/92 Thursday a.m. message upon the eve of the Brotherhood meeting

*01/30/92 Thursday a.m. [[message]] upon the eve of [http://urantiabook.org/archive/readers/doc897.htm the Brotherhood] [[meeting]]

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

Ron and Cathy,

Ron and Cathy,

I wish you well, and a productive journey. I will be with you during these events from time to time, but at no time will you be unaccompanied.

I [[wish]] you well, and a productive [[journey]]. I will be with you during these [[events]] from time to time, but at no time will you be unaccompanied.

Pay close attention to those things seen, and heard, and overheard there, and if challenged boldly present your most advanced understanding of the developments that you have seen take place in your lives and your friends' lives, without entangling the group in the story of those developments.

Pay close [[attention]] to those things seen, and heard, and overheard there, and if [[challenged]] boldly present your most advanced [[understanding]] of the [[developments]] that you have seen take place in your lives and your [[friends]]' lives, without entangling the [[group]] in the [[story]] of those developments.

You should represent your friends as individuals developing under celestial guidance, and not as a unit of seekers under instruction. We wish for newcomers to approach these events as the will of the Father, carried out by Michael, and not as the cultivation of elite groups. Too much elitism exits within the Brotherhood. It is a cancer which we shall not humor.

You should [[represent]] your [[friends]] as [[individuals]] developing under [[celestial]] [[guidance]], and not as a [[unit]] of [[seekers]] under instruction. We wish for newcomers to approach these [[events]] as the will of [[the Father]], carried out by [[Michael]], and not as the cultivation of [[elite]] [[groups]]. Too much elitism exits within [http://urantiabook.org/archive/readers/doc897.htm the Brotherhood]. It is a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cancer cancer] which we shall not [[humor]].

Farewell, you are not alone.-- Will

[[Farewell]], you are not [[alone]].-- Will

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