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===Teacher: [[Will]], [[Abraham]]===
===Teacher: [[Will]], [[Abraham]]===
===TR: [[Eric]]===
===TR: [[Eric]]===
==Session==
==Session 1==
*July 5, 1992
*July 5, 1992
===Lesson===
===Opening===
WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] us. The love of God enfolds us. The [[power]] of God [[supports]]
WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] us. The love of God enfolds us. The [[power]] of God [[supports]]
us. Wherever we gather, He is. Good evening, I am your [[teacher]], Will, who [[loves]] you and I
us. Wherever we gather, He is. Good evening, I am your [[teacher]], Will, who [[loves]] you and I
===='''''[[Perfection]]'''''====
===='''''[[Perfection]]'''''====
[[The Father]] is in the [[business]] of sweeping up every [[experience]] which can be had, only then will
[[The Father]] is in the [[business]] of sweeping up every [[experience]] which can be had, only then will
He be truly [[understanding]]. There are aspects of [[the Father]] which are [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Becoming_(philosophy) becoming]. You help Him
He be truly [[understanding]]. There are aspects of [[the Father]] which are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Becoming_(philosophy) becoming]. You help Him
with this although that is not your [[purpose]]. Your purpose is actually [[independent]] of [[the Father]]'s
with this although that is not your [[purpose]]. Your purpose is actually [[independent]] of [[the Father]]'s
purpose. Your purpose, one-in-all, is to obtain [[perfection]] through the [[mechanism]] of
purpose. Your purpose, one-in-all, is to obtain [[perfection]] through the [[mechanism]] of
We were talking earlier about the
We were talking earlier about the
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state separation of church and state] and since I am ever involved with working with [[schools]], one of the
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state separation of church and state] and since I am ever involved with working with [[schools]], one of the
things that I am doing is working with [[designing]] the schools for the [[future]] of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_in_Florida Florida] and I
things that I am doing is working with [[designing]] the schools for the [[future]] of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_in_Florida Florida] and I
[[realized]] in designing those [[schools]] that one of the things that we can't tread upon is the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state separation from church and state] in our country. Are there things that we can still do in [[school]] beyond the
[[realized]] in designing those [[schools]] that one of the things that we can't tread upon is the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state separation from church and state] in our country. Are there things that we can still do in [[school]] beyond the
[[academic]] kind of things that are normally spiritually to help kids grow spiritually?
[[academic]] kind of things that are normally spiritually to help kids grow spiritually?
people to [[embrace]] [[the Father]]'s [[path]], neither can you [[frustrate]] their [[efforts]]. Next question.
people to [[embrace]] [[the Father]]'s [[path]], neither can you [[frustrate]] their [[efforts]]. Next question.
FRED: Will, this is Fred from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saudi_Arabia Saudi Arabia]. I am the [[father]] of Vincent, and I have looked
FRED: Will, this is Fred from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saudi_Arabia Saudi Arabia]. I am the [[father]] of Vincent, and I have looked
forward to this [[opportunity]] to talk to you for some time. I do [[appreciate]] you taking the time to
forward to this [[opportunity]] to talk to you for some time. I do [[appreciate]] you taking the time to
talk with my [[wife]] last week and it was very beneficial for her also. As you know, this is
talk with my [[wife]] last week and it was very beneficial for her also. As you know, this is
to [[comprehend]]. I [[assume]] this is one of them. So be it. I have numerous questions that I would
to [[comprehend]]. I [[assume]] this is one of them. So be it. I have numerous questions that I would
like to ask but I will not indulge in those tonight. I would like to have an [[opportunity]] at some
like to ask but I will not indulge in those tonight. I would like to have an [[opportunity]] at some
stage when I come back from [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saudi_Arabia Saudi Arabia] to [[visit]] with the [[group]] and maybe have an [[opportunity]]
stage when I come back from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saudi_Arabia Saudi Arabia] to [[visit]] with the [[group]] and maybe have an [[opportunity]]
to do that. I do have two requests that I would like to discuss with you at this time. Should I
to do that. I do have two requests that I would like to discuss with you at this time. Should I
[[proceed]]?
[[proceed]]?
mentioned earlier, that this [[phenomenon]] is beyond my [[understanding]], we are obviously very
mentioned earlier, that this [[phenomenon]] is beyond my [[understanding]], we are obviously very
[[lonely]] in Saudi Arabia for some of these meetings which we cannot have, and so, if it is at all
[[lonely]] in Saudi Arabia for some of these meetings which we cannot have, and so, if it is at all
possible, at some [[stage]], for either you or some other [[teacher]] to contact us in our home at [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riyadh Riyadh].
possible, at some [[stage]], for either you or some other [[teacher]] to contact us in our home at [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riyadh Riyadh].
It would be beneficial to both of us. I thank you for your time and we look forward to
It would be beneficial to both of us. I thank you for your time and we look forward to
[[communicating]] with you at some later date.
[[communicating]] with you at some later date.
brotherhood of man.
brotherhood of man.
===='''''[[Dissemination]]'''''====
===='''''[[Dissemination]]'''''====
[[Knowledge|Word]] of this ministry is carried by [[individuals]]. It is not spread by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio radio] or
[[Knowledge|Word]] of this ministry is carried by [[individuals]]. It is not spread by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radio radio] or
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Television television] or by letters to the editors of newspapers. Only occasionally does the word spread
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Television television] or by letters to the editors of newspapers. Only occasionally does the word spread
through the [[dissemination]] of the [[written]] works due to the many problems [[inherent]] in that form of
through the [[dissemination]] of the [[written]] works due to the many problems [[inherent]] in that form of
[[communication]].
[[communication]].
human [[heart]] and the instantaneous [[response]] of your developing [[soul]] and that [[Father fragment]] is
human [[heart]] and the instantaneous [[response]] of your developing [[soul]] and that [[Father fragment]] is
your [[guide]], your [[compass]]. My teaching and the [[activities]] of the [[Teacher Corps|instruction group]] and this group
your [[guide]], your [[compass]]. My teaching and the [[activities]] of the [[Teacher Corps|instruction group]] and this group
meeting here, that is all frosting. The [[Adjuster]] is the [[compass]]. It always points [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North North]. Next
meeting here, that is all frosting. The [[Adjuster]] is the [[compass]]. It always points [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North North]. Next
question.
question.
===='''''[[Progress]]'''''====
===='''''[[Progress]]'''''====
[[technology]] was not quite as advanced as yours. Its hard to say. Those were historic materials by
[[technology]] was not quite as advanced as yours. Its hard to say. Those were historic materials by
the time I lived my life. Our [[society]] was much more [[integrated]]. People tended to work in [[groups]]
the time I lived my life. Our [[society]] was much more [[integrated]]. People tended to work in [[groups]]
and teams. We did not have the raging [[cult]] of [[individualism]] which flourishes in your [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Amercia North American] [[society]], yet all of us faced [[uncertainty]]. For the life of the [[spirit]] does not completely
and teams. We did not have the raging [[cult]] of [[individualism]] which flourishes in your [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Amercia North American] [[society]], yet all of us faced [[uncertainty]]. For the life of the [[spirit]] does not completely
[[intersect]] with the life of the [[animal]] and each of us on our [[wonderful]] world still faced the same
[[intersect]] with the life of the [[animal]] and each of us on our [[wonderful]] world still faced the same
definitive human [[experiences]] that you have all faced and will face.
definitive human [[experiences]] that you have all faced and will face.
==Session 2==
==Session 2==
*July 12, 1992
*July 12, 1992
===Opening===
WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] us. The love of God upholds us. The love of God surrounds
us. Wherever we are, He is.
My [[friends]], as we gather here tonight it is important that we [[remember]] always that we are
gathered here in the [[name]] of [[the Father]] and of [[the Son]] and of [[the Spirit]] for those together
[[encompass]] the teachings for which we all work. Any [[Dissent|dissension]] within the [[group]] will be
monitored and [[encompassed]] on a [[spiritual]] level. We all work [[together]] and, in the long run, we all
have the same [[goal]]. It does not matter that each of us in our own [[individual]] ways have [[defined]]
what is right for them. What matters only is that in the end we find [[the Father]], for that is our
[[ultimate]] [[goal]].
===Lesson===
===Lesson===
===='''''[[Problems]]'''''====
As I [[listen]] to our [[discussion]], tonight I see the [[problems]] that are created, the [[dissensions]] within
the [[group]], the [[thoughts]] that distress you and I'm [[wondering]] if you really ask yourselves, "Do
these [[things]] really matter?" Surely the longer [[goal]] should be what should be your [[focus]]. If you,
As I listen toy our discussion tonight I see the problems that are created, the dissensions within
the group, the thoughts that distress you and I'm wondering if you really ask yourselves, "Do
these things really matter?" Surely the longer goal should be what should be your focus. If you,
within this small group, cannot find it within yourselves to get along, how can you find it possible
within this small group, cannot find it within yourselves to get along, how can you find it possible
to carry the message further to the people you come into contact with? There are problems yet
to carry the [[message]] further to the people you come into [[contact]] with? There are [[problems]] yet
you know not of. Feelings that those of you here tonight cannot see between some of you. It is
you know not of. [[Feelings]] that those of you here tonight cannot see between some of you. It is
my hope that you will find a way to resolve these problems, for they are a hindrance to you in
my [[hope]] that you will find a way to resolve these [[problems]], for they are a [[hindrance]] to you in
your spiritual work. Some of you within your heart are holding grudges. Some of you are
your [[spiritual]] [[work]]. Some of you within your [[heart]] are holding grudges. Some of you are
sharing feelings about each other that should have long ago been resolved. Some of you have
[[sharing]] [[feelings]] about each other that should have long ago been resolved. Some of you have
new problems that have arisen and you are struggling with them. Come to the Father with these
new [[problems]] that have arisen and you are [[struggling]] with them. Come to [[the Father]] with these
problems. There you will find the solutions. If you have any doubt that the Father will help you,
problems. There you will find the solutions. If you have any [[doubt]] that [[the Father]] will help you,
please remember that He has solved your problems before. Look throughout the history of your
please [[remember]] that He has solved your problems before.
life. Look at how He has helped you and ask again that solutions be in your path.
You are not alone in the way you feel. Many people struggle with the same problems.
Look throughout the [[history]] of your
Because they do not have the guidance you have they have a more difficult time finding the
life. Look at how He has helped you and ask again that solutions be in your [[path]].
solutions. You, however, are blessed because you do have the guidance of the Father, of each
You are not [[alone]] in the way you [[feel]]. Many people [[struggle]] with the same [[problems]].
other, of the Urantia Book, and of my teachings. I urge you not to lose sight of all this because,
Because they do not have the [[guidance]] you have they have a more [[difficult]] time finding the
in the long run, you will need all these avenues to help you solve these problems.
solutions. You, however, are [[blessed]] because you do have the [[guidance]] of [[the Father]], of each
Those of you who are struggling with physical problems, these are indeed difficult to deal with
other, of the [[Urantia Book]], and of my teachings. I urge you not to lose [[sight]] of all this because,
but, again, these are part of living the human life. Those of you who are struggling with
in the long run, you will need all these avenues to help you solve these [[problems]].
Those of you who are struggling with [[physical]] problems, these are indeed [[difficult]] to deal with
words, your thoughts and your prayers for other people may be pure and guide you to find
but, again, these are part of living the [[human]] life. Those of you who are struggling with
solutions within these areas. Those of you who are struggling with some very personal problems,
inter[[personal]] problems, we urge you to continue in your [[struggle]] and ask for [[guidance]] that your
find the Father's help in these.
[[words]], your [[thoughts]] and your [[prayers]] for other people may be [[pure]] and guide you to find
solutions within these areas. Those of you who are struggling with some very [[personal]] problems,
find [[the Father]]'s help in these. My [[message]] tonight is not to be one of [[chastisement]], only one to remind you that [[the Father]] is near at hand and for all the [[struggles]] that you go through all you have to do is reach out and ask for what you need and He will be there.
===Closing===
I think, for tonight, that if we can just [[remember]] these things, that we would do a lot in our
daily lives. For our days were meant to be [[joyful]] and to be carefree and yet we are so burdened
down with so many [[things]].
==Session 3==
==Session 3==
*July 19, 1992
*July 19, 1992
===Opening===
WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] us. The [[power]] of God enfolds us. The [[thought]] of God
[[supports]] us. Wherever we gather, He is.
Good evening. I am your [[teacher]], Will, who [[loves]] you. Thank you for your kind [[attention]]
tonight. For myself and the members of my team, we appreciate you gathering on this regular
basis to hear our [[words]]. We [[enjoy]] hearing your words.
===Lesson===
===Lesson===
===='''''[[Experience]]'''''====
[[Michael]]'s [[gospel]] is the living gospel. It cannot be captured on [[paper]]. It can rarely be
[[communicated]] in [[words]]. Michael's gospel, the [[gospel]] of the life and the [[love]] of the [[Heavenly
Father]] can only be [[experienced]], never [[described]]. It does not lend itself to [[analysis]]. Michael's
gospel can be found in the [[experiences]] between people and the experience between [[persons]] and
Michael's gospel is the living gospel. It cannot be captured on paper. It can rarely be
their [[Creator|Maker]]. It is an [[insight]] into life itself that [[glimpses]] into [[eternity]] and in experience and the [[realization]] of the [[essential]] [[nature]] of [[the Father]]. Little that we can say in meetings such as this is useful to you in that regard.
communicated in words. Michael's gospel, the gospel of the life and the love of the Heavenly
===='''''[[Growth]]'''''====
Father can only be experienced, never described. It does not lend itself to analysis. Michael's
Your regular [[stillness]] [[practice]] is like a vehicle to seize you and guide
gospel can be found in the experiences between people and the experience between persons and
you for this [[experience]]. Our weekly meetings are like a huddle before the big play. We all gather
their Maker. It is an insight into life itself that glimpses into eternity and in experience and the
[[together]], contribute our [[thoughts]] toward a [[cooperative]] venture with [[responsibilities]] equally
realization of the essential nature of the Father. Little that we can say in meetings such as this is
[[shared]] between the [[human]] and the [[celestial]] all in pursuit of the [[divine]].
useful to you in that regard. Your regular stillness practice is like a vehicle to seize you and guide
you for this experience. Our weekly meetings are like a huddle before the big play. We all gather
This [[interaction]] is [[unusual]]
together, contribute our thoughts toward a cooperative venture with responsibilities equally
for this [[planet]] and it is new in each of your [[personal]] [[experiences]] and it has its [[weaknesses]]. These
shared between the human and the celestial all in pursuit of the divine. This interaction is unusual
weaknesses are well known to you and we [[observe]] that they are the source of some [[frustration]] in
for this planet and it is new in each of your personal experiences and it has its weaknesses. These
your [[spiritual development]]. We will say in an attempt to provide some [[solace]] that the [[process]] of
weaknesses are well known to you and we observe that they are the source of some frustration in
[[spiritual growth]] is akin to the process of [[seeing]] with new eyes, hearing with new ears, smelling
your spiritual development. We will say in an attempt to provide some solace that the process of
with new noses, [[tasting]] with new tongues. It is as if you have been schooled and then asked to
spiritual growth is akin to the process of seeing with new eyes, hearing with new ears, smelling
[[perform]] in an arena for which all your [[skills]] are useless except the [[essence]]. The [[method]] of
with new noses, tasting with new tongues. It is as if you have been schooled and then asked to
[[learning]] is the piece which you take forward with you. The way of [[thinking]] about things and how
perform in an arena for which all your skills are useless except the essence. The method of
to approach people, how to solicit aid from [[the Father]], how to resolve the [[practical]] [[difficulties]] of
learning is the piece which you take forward with you. The way of thinking about things and how
to approach people, how to solicit aid from the Father, how to resolve the practical difficulties of
life.
life.
When Michael walked upon the planet, his apostles and disciples and their families went
===='''''[[Stillness]]'''''====
through the exact experience of which you are now engaged. It is trying. We know that you
When [[Michael]] walked upon the [[planet]], his [[apostles]] and [[disciples]] and their [[families]] went
through the exact [[experience]] of which you are now [[engaged]]. It is trying. We know that you
often feel unfit, unprepared, inept and unguided. Yet we say that this is not so, that you are as
often feel unfit, unprepared, inept and unguided. Yet we say that this is not so, that you are as
well and as lovingly prepared as any creature, for the Universal Father has bestowed to each of
well and as lovingly [[prepared]] as any [[creature]], for the [[Universal Father]] has [[bestowed]] to each of
you individually and as a group all that is necessary for you to arrive and grow. We have said
you [[individually]] and as a group all that is [[necessary]] for you to arrive and [[grow]]. We have said
repeatedly in these meetings that our contribution by comparison is trivial and we believe that that
repeatedly in these meetings that our contribution by [[comparison]] is [[trivial]] and we believe that that
is so. Stillness is the method by which you will save yourselves. Stillness is the method which
is so. [[Stillness]] is the [[method]] by which you will save yourselves. Stillness is the [[method]] which
will bring calm and composure to your daily lives. Stillness will give you courage. It will give
will bring [[calm]] and [[composure]] to your daily lives. [[Stillness]] will give you courage. It will give
you a thick skin, strong heart and a well organized mind. Stillness will make you fully human-the
you a thick skin, strong [[heart]] and a well [[organized]] [[mind]]. Stillness will make you fully [[human]]-the
proper launching pad from which to soar to heaven. Therefore, we are gratified when we ever see
proper launching pad from which to soar to [[heaven]]. Therefore, we are [[gratified]] when we ever see
you people gathered individually or together and take a few moments from your earthly exertions
you people gathered [[individually]] or [[together]] and take a few moments from your [[earthly]] exertions
and reestablish communication with the Universal Father. We urge you to look to this
and reestablish [[communication]] with the [[Universal Father]]. We urge you to look to this
mechanism.
[[mechanism]].
It should be becoming painfully clear to all by now the limitations of the type of
===='''''[[Transmitting]]'''''====
communication which we are now presently enjoying. However, this is the vehicle that is
It should be becoming painfully [[clear]] to all by now the [[limitations]] of the type of
authorized and no other. Many among us, the teachers and instructors and facilitators, feel that
[[communication]] which we are now presently enjoying. However, this is the vehicle that is
certain aspects of this communication could be improved but so far it is not authorized. We are
[[authorized]] and no other. Many among us, the [[teachers]] and instructors and facilitators, [[feel]] that
keenly aware of your comments and your desires but it has been proved many times in the history
certain aspects of this [[communication]] could be improved but so far it is not [[authorized]]. We are
of your own planet and many times moreover among the other inhabited planets that individually
keenly [[aware]] of your comments and your [[desires]] but it has been proved many times in the [[history]]
initiated attempts to improve upon the divine plan always end in unhappiness. We believe that
of your own [[planet]] and many times moreover among the other [[inhabited planets]] that [[individually]]
there is no way to improve upon the divine plan. This plan is authorized on high. It is fairly
[[initiated]] attempts to improve upon the [[divine]] [[plan]] always end in unhappiness. We [[believe]] that
serviceable. Yet communication has been promised to each of you - it is in the offing. Stillness is
there is no way to improve upon the [[divine]] [[plan]].
the way to achieve that communication. The two who presently serve to facilitate this
communication have begun to rebalance from the initial rush of enthusiasm; first, for purposes of
This plan is [[authorized]] on high. It is fairly
self defense and second, at our instruction. Yet we foresee that this communication will continue
serviceable. Yet [[communication]] has been [[promised]] to each of you - it is in the offing. [[Stillness]] is
the way to [[achieve]] that [[communication]]. The two who presently serve to [[facilitate]] this
communication have begun to rebalance from the [[initial]] rush of [[enthusiasm]]; first, for [[purposes]] of
[[self]] [[defense]] and second, at our instruction. Yet we foresee that this [[communication]] will continue
unhindered. It cannot serve as the bridge for each of you. You must set about building your own
unhindered. It cannot serve as the bridge for each of you. You must set about building your own
connection through regular stillness practice. The Father will show you. He is a gentle father and
[[connection]] through regular [[stillness]] practice. [[The Father]] will show you. He is a [[gentle]] [[father]] and
a good teacher.
a good [[teacher]].
The celestial instructors possess a quality that you would call single minded. They are
===='''''[[Guidance]]'''''====
devoted to their respective tasks. It is the reason for which they were created. That is how they
The [[Teacher Corps|celestial instructors]] possess a [[quality]] that you would call [[Focus|single minded]]. They are
render service. They are performing that which was asked. But the Father's ministry is personal
[[devoted]] to their respective tasks. It is the reason for which they were created. That is how they
and each Adjuster is keenly attuned to the indwelt human. We cannot fathom how He does it.
render [[service]]. They are [[performing]] that which was asked. But [[the Father]]'s ministry is [[personal]]
Some of His choices are surprising, but we must admit that it works. It seems to be an absolutely
and each [[Adjuster]] is keenly [[attuned]] to the indwelt human. We cannot [[fathom]] how He does it.
successful program. There is no other program that has achieved this rate of success. So, we say
Some of His [[choices]] are [[surprising]], but we must admit that it works. It seems to be an absolutely
again for the hundredth time, the thousandth time, regular daily silent communication with the
successful program. There is no other [[program]] that has achieved this rate of success. So, we say
Heavenly Father will illuminate your path - the path that is right for you. This life is a worldwind
again for the hundredth time, the thousandth time, regular daily [[silent]] [[communication]] with the
experience yet with the Father as the polestar and the Adjuster as your compass you may pass
[[Heavenly Father]] will [[illuminate]] your [[path]] - the path that is right for you. This life is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whirlwind whirlwind]
through the maelstrom undisturbed while you earth brothers and sisters and the celestial ministers
[[experience]] yet with [[the Father]] as the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polestar polestar] and the [[Adjuster]] as your [[compass]] you may pass
crash and bang around you in pursuit of their own individual objectives you may serenely walk
through the [[maelstrom]] undisturbed while you [[earth]] [[brothers and sisters]] and the [[Ministering spirits|celestial ministers]]
into the Father's light. He is the way.
crash and bang around you in pursuit of their own [[individual]] [[objectives]] you may serenely walk
These are my words for you tonight. Heed them. Time is slipping away.
into [[the Father]]'s [[light]]. He is the way.
This team welcomes our colleague and compatriot, Roland. We hope to see more of this type
===Closing===
of cross fertilization between believers on the path. It is a good mechanism, particularly satisfying
These are my [[words]] for you tonight. Heed them. [[Time]] is slipping away.
to humans and we enjoy it ourselves. There should be more of it whenever possible -mistake-
whenever practical.
This team welcomes our [[colleague]] and compatriot, Roland. We [[hope]] to see more of this type
Thank you for your kind attention tonight. I will visit each of you during the week and we
of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allogamy cross fertilization] between believers on the [[path]]. It is a [[good]] [[mechanism]], particularly satisfying
will continue the work which we have so recently begun. That is all I have to say. God bless you
to humans and we [[enjoy]] it ourselves. There should be more of it whenever possible -mistake-
and love you and guide you.
whenever [[practical]].
Shalom.
Thank you for your kind [[attention]] tonight. I will [[visit]] each of you during the week and we
will continue the work which we have so recently begun. That is all I have to say. [[God]] [[bless]] you
and [[love]] you and [[guide]] you.
[[Shalom]].
==Session 4==
==Session 4==
*July 26, 1992
*July 26, 1992
===Lesson===
===Lesson===
WILL: The love of God surrounds us. The power of God enfolds us. The devotion of God
WILL: The [[love]] of [[God]] [[surrounds]] us. The [[power]] of God enfolds us. The [[devotion]] of God
supports us. Wherever we gather, He is.
[[supports]] us. Wherever we gather, He is.
Good evening. I am your teacher, Will, who loves you. Even on a special occasion, like this,
it is a fine thing that visitors come from a great distance. We embrace you, Roland, with your
Good evening. I am your [[teacher]], Will, who [[loves]] you. Even on a special occasion, like this,
companion Thought Adjuster and your other teachers. You are welcome here.
it is a fine thing that [[visitors]] come from a great distance. We [[embrace]] you, Roland, with your
We have discussed many nights and in many ways, the different permutations of interacting
companion [[Thought Adjuster]] and your other [[teachers]]. You are [[welcome]] here.
with our brothers and sisters. Lately we have concentrated on listening skills and all of us have
===='''''[[Thought Adjusters]]'''''====
grown in our ability in that regard, but it is a hard thing to know what to do next. Although a
We have discussed many nights and in many ways, the different [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Permutation permutations] of [[interacting]]
person may be a keen and perceptive listener, it is difficult to know what the next step is. Our
with our [[brothers and sisters]]. Lately we have [[concentrated]] on [[listening]] [[skills]] and all of us have
suggestion to you is to begin by thinking of yourself not as the responsible party for this
[[grown]] in our ability in that regard, but it is a hard thing to know what to do next. Although a
person may be a keen and [[perceptive]] [[listener]], it is [[difficult]] to know what the next step is. Our
suggestion to you is to begin by [[thinking]] of yourself not as the [[responsible]] party for this
interchange. In the beginning think of yourself as the delivery system. You are delivering a
interchange. In the beginning think of yourself as the delivery system. You are delivering a
Thought Adjuster. The Father hopes to make contact. You are providing Him a service. We
[[Thought Adjuster]]. [[The Father]] [[hopes]] to make [[contact]]. You are providing Him a [[service]]. We
have said before that "when Thought Adjusters meet, great things will happen". Therefore, after
have said before that "when [[Thought Adjusters]] meet, great things will happen". Therefore, after
you have done your duty, step aside and see what happens. Let the Adjuster take over. We think
you have done your [[duty]], step aside and see what happens. Let the [[Adjuster]] take over. We think
that you will like the result. We are certain you will find it an informative experience. We believe
that you will like the result. We are certain you will find it an informative [[experience]]. We [[believe]]
that it will be strengthening for you; invigorating and lead you to devote your lives wholeheartedly
that it will be [[strengthening]] for you; [[invigorating]] and lead you to [[devote]] your lives wholeheartedly
to the service of the Father. Let the Adjuster take the reins. He knows what He is about. He is
to the [[service]] of [[the Father]].
always about the Father's business. With a little practice you will become quite skilled until one
day, somewhat surprisingly for you, you will realize that it is no longer the Adjuster holding the
Let the [[Adjuster]] take the reins. He knows what He is about. He is
reins. It is you. And the reason that that will be surprising is that there will be little difference
always about [[the Father]]'s business. With a little [[practice]] you will become quite [[skilled]] until one
between you and the Adjuster. That is always a surprising development for humans.
day, somewhat surprisingly for you, you will [[realize]] that it is no longer the [[Adjuster]] holding the
Identification with the Maker, adherence to the true line, the pure line and synchronicity with the
reins. It is you. And the reason that that will be [[surprising]] is that there will be little [[difference]]
Father fragment is always surprising. Most mortals feel that it is an unattainable goal in the
between you and the [[Adjuster]]. That is always a [[surprising]] [[development]] for [[humans]].
material life but we state here that that is not so. That this garment is available to you freely. It is
[[Identification]] with the [[Creator|Maker]], [[adherence]] to the true line, the [[pure]] line and [[synchronicity]] with the
[[Father fragment]] is always [[surprising]].
Most [[mortals]] feel that it is an unattainable [[goal]] in the
[[material]] life but we state here that that is not so. That this garment is available to you freely. It is
yours. You may wear it whenever it pleases you. And on that day it will not be the garment
yours. You may wear it whenever it pleases you. And on that day it will not be the garment
doing the speaking; it will be you, for you will be clothed in the majesty of the Father. Then go
doing the [[speaking]]; it will be you, for you will be [[clothed]] in the [[majesty]] of [[the Father]]. Then go
forth doing works in His name.
forth doing works in His name.
It will not always be as it is now with an open door and none seeking entry on the porch.
It will not always be as it is now with an open door and none seeking entry on the porch.
Over time as a natural consequence of this ministry that the people will become interested in your
Over time as a [[natural]] [[consequence]] of this ministry that the people will become interested in your
activities; take solace in the things you have to say, find comfort in your perspective. So don't
[[activities]]; take [[solace]] in the things you have to say, find [[comfort]] in your [[perspective]]. So don't
trouble yourselves that you are not swamped at the moment. These things will develop. It is
trouble yourselves that you are not swamped at the [[moment]]. These things will [[develop]]. It is
natural. For now I think we are all satisfied with our family feeling. I do not sense that we are
[[natural]]. For now I think we are all [[satisfied]] with our [[family]] [[feeling]]. I do not sense that we are
lacking anything.
lacking anything.
So, a new assignment. You will find it familiar. As always it stands in the shoes of the
So, a new assignment. You will find it familiar. As always it stands in the shoes of the
previous assignment. Now having listened, stand aside. Let the Adjuster take the lead. It is what
previous assignment. Now having [[listened]], stand aside. Let the [[Adjuster]] take the [[lead]]. It is what
life on the material worlds is all about. Progressive devotion to the Adjuster's leading. And you
life on the [[material worlds]] is all about. [[Progressive]] [[devotion]] to the [[Adjuster]]'s [[leading]]. And you
will be the owners of a coat of many colors.
will be the owners of a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coat_of_many_colors coat of many colors].
ABRAHAM: Good evening, I am Abraham. I am the commander of the Reserve Corp of
===='''''[[Teaching Mission]]'''''====
Destiny in service to Michael under my friend and colleague, collaborator, Machiventa
ABRAHAM: Good evening, I am Abraham. I am the [[commander]] of the [[Reserve Corps of
Melchizedek.
Destiny]] in service to [[Michael]] under my [[friend]] and [[colleague]], collaborator, [[Machiventa]]
[[Melchizedek]].
In our work we have seen this tiny mustard seed begin to grow into a tree. Sapling that it is,
In our work we have seen this tiny mustard seed begin to grow into a tree. Sapling that it is,
we are pleased with the evolution and the growth which is manifest here, a branch of the tree.
we are pleased with the [[evolution]] and the [[growth]] which is [[manifest]] here, a branch of the tree.
You, the Tallahassee group, have been a great encouragement in our work for you have
You, the [[Tallahassee TeaM|Tallahassee group]], have been a great [[encouragement]] in our work for you have
demonstrated within the group the very elements of the gospel which Christ Michael pronounced
[[demonstrated]] within the group the very elements of the [[gospel]] which [[Christ]] [[Michael]] pronounced
during his time in the flesh on Urantia. This was for you to recognize in each other, the spiritual
during his time in the flesh on [[Urantia]]. This was for you to [[recognize]] in each other, the [[spiritual]]
link which made you brothers and sisters. We have noted, as in a family, there have been
[[link]] which made you brothers and sisters. We have noted, as in a [[family]], there have been
personality clashes which you have dealt with and are dealing with with the spiritual perception
[[personality]] clashes which you have dealt with and are dealing with with the [[spiritual]] [[perception]]
which is required to bring relationships, mortal relationships, to their highest and most noble
which is required to bring [[relationships]], mortal relationships, to their highest and most [[noble]]
realization. Your teacher, Will, has struggled and toiled with you in your daily lives to bring to
[[realization]]. Your [[teacher]], [[Will]], has struggled and toiled with you in your daily lives to bring to
you words and spiritual mota which has transformed and is transforming you into an example, a
you [[words]] and spiritual [[mota]] which has [[transformed]] and is transforming you into an [[example]], a
microcosm of how we wish the world and the mortals in it to interact. My sincere thanks and
[[microcosm]] of how we wish the world and the mortals in it to [[interact]]. My [[sincere]] thanks and
congratulations to you for your excellent progress and example.
congratulations to you for your excellent [[progress]] and example.
HAM: This is Ham. I visited with you this evening during your conversations. I recognize so
much spiritual awakening within this family. We know your hearts. We know you wish and
HAM: This is Ham. I [[visited]] with you this evening during your [[conversations]]. I [[recognize]] so
desire to do the will of the Father. Each may express this in their own unique manner, but your
much [[spiritual]] [[awakening]] within this [[family]]. We know your [[hearts]]. We know you [[wish]] and
intent is clear. It matters not that you stumble or that you have concerns and worries for they
[[desire]] to [[do the will of the Father]]. Each may [[express]] this in their own [[unique]] [[manner]], but your
shall all dissipate in the brilliant light and love of the Father which shall forever light your way.
[[intent]] is clear. It matters not that you stumble or that you have concerns and [[worries]] for they
Michael has promised this to you and I assure you this evening of its reality.
shall all [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dissipate dissipate] in the brilliant [[light]] and [[love]] of [[the Father]] which shall forever light your way.
I love this work and this mission which has been directed by the Father and desired by
[[Michael]] has [[promised]] this to you and I [[assure]] you this evening of its [[reality]].
Michael. It shall go forth in joy, happiness and fulfillment. It pleases me that you have joined
I [[love]] this work and this [[mission]] which has been directed by [[the Father]] and [[desired]] by
with us in this glorious, happy mission.
[[Michael]]. It shall go forth in [[joy]], [[happiness]] and fulfillment. It pleases me that you have joined
MACHIVENTA MELCHIZEDEK: We serve Michael whose will is a perfect reflection of the
with us in this [[glorious]], [[happy]] [[Teaching Mission|mission]].
will of the Heavenly Father. This world will change. It will not always be thus. This change
began long ago. It has progressed ever since. You feel it. You all know. Things will never be
MACHIVENTA MELCHIZEDEK: We serve [[Michael]] whose will is a [[perfect]] [[reflection]] of the
the same. I, Machiventa Melchizedek, say so. We teach in the Father's name. We minister in
will of the [[Heavenly Father]]. [[Urantia|This world]] will [[change]]. It will not always be thus. This change
Michael's name. It is our work. It is your work, too. We count you among ourselves. This
began long ago. It has [[progressed]] ever since. You [[feel]] it. You all [[know]]. Things will never be
world will be saved, one soul at a time. It is not simply a matter of turning up the temperature. It
the same. I, [[Machiventa]] [[Melchizedek]], say so. We teach in [[the Father]]'s name. We minister in
is, however, a matter of increasing the activity which you have seen. Yet we do not wish to go
[[Michael]]'s name. It is our [[work]]. It is your work, too. We count you among ourselves. This
dashing off without having measured those changes which have occurred on the planet since our
world will be saved, one [[soul]] at a time. It is not simply a matter of turning up the [[temperature]]. It
departure. Someday soon you will see. For now, you are not alone. This is an interactive
is, however, a matter of increasing the [[activity]] which you have seen. Yet we do not wish to go
relationship. We say you can count on us and we say we are counting on you. Never forget that
dashing off without having [[measured]] those [[changes]] which have occurred on the [[planet]] since our
the relationship with God is an exchange. He has gone to great effort to arrange for you to know
departure.
all. No other creatures are graced with this opportunity. We know that this is difficult. We
know that it is too difficult for some however we believe, that as Michael taught with a helping
Someday soon you will see. For now, you are not [[alone]]. This is an [[interactive]]
hand, all will make it to Paradise and eternal glory with work yet to do. Therefore we commend
[[relationship]]. We say you can count on us and we say we are counting on you. Never forget that
you and we challenge you and we welcome you. We welcome you and count our success on the
the [[relationship]] with [[God]] is an exchange. He has gone to great [[effort]] to arrange for you to know
all. No other [[creatures]] are graced with this [[opportunity]]. We know that this is [[difficult]]. We
know that it is too difficult for some however we [[believe]], that as [[Michael]] taught with a helping
hand, all will make it to [[Paradise]] and [[eternal]] [[glory]] with work yet to do. Therefore we commend
you and we [[challenge]] you and we [[welcome]] you. We welcome you and count our [[success]] on the
day you surpass our ability.
day you surpass our ability.
Well, let us be about it then to the glory of His name forever and ever. Amen.
Now get out there and get out of the way. [laughter] Goodnight. God bless you. His love
Well, let us be about it then to the [[glory]] of His name forever and ever. Amen.
lasts forever. It is showered upon you freely. His reality knows no beginning and no end. Let us
Now get out there and get out of the way. [laughter] Goodnight. [[God]] [[bless]] you. His [[love]]
lasts forever. It is showered upon you freely. His [[reality]] knows no beginning and no end. Let us
venture forth. I leave you for now.
venture forth. I leave you for now.
Shalom.
[[Shalom]].
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