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==Session== | ==Session== | ||
===Opening=== | ===Opening=== | ||
| − | I am ABRAHAM. Welcome to you each here this evening. It is my most humble pleasure to be your teacher and friend. Last week our discussion was on finding spiritual strength through allowing Father to have full authority in our lives. We discussed how this submission brings you to acquire spiritual strength. Do you see how these are intertwined? Do you see how you need to take that first step towards submission to Father to know and understand spiritual strength, and the source in which we retrieve it? | + | ===='''''[[Submission]]'''''==== |
| + | I am ABRAHAM. Welcome to you each here this evening. It is my most [[humble]] [[pleasure]] to be your [[teacher]] and [[friend]]. Last week our [[discussion]] was on finding [[spiritual]] [[strength]] through allowing Father to have full [[authority]] in our lives. We [[discussed]] how this [[submission]] brings you to acquire spiritual [[strength]]. Do you see how these are intertwined? Do you see how you need to take that first step towards [[submission]] to Father to know and [[understand]] [[spiritual]] [[strength]], and the [[source]] in which we retrieve it? | ||
===Lesson=== | ===Lesson=== | ||
| − | Many mortals in this life experience disappointment from others time after time and tend to think of Father in this way. Some may tend to hold back and guard their really important desires and goals. There is fear that Father is somehow unable to take upon Himself the burdens of the world. Some would feel that Father does not know their true heart and do not trust and depend on Father to hold and orchestrate their most important aspects of mortal living. | + | Many [[mortals]] in this life [[experience]] [[disappointment]] from others time after time and tend to think of Father in this way. Some may tend to hold back and guard their really important [[desires]] and [[goals]]. There is [[fear]] that Father is somehow unable to take upon Himself the [[burdens]] of the world. Some would feel that Father does not know their true [[heart]] and do not [[trust]] and depend on Father to hold and orchestrate their most important aspects of [[mortal]] living. |
| − | It is true that you are mostly taught to be independent, and if you are unable to care for yourself, no one else will. There is indeed wisdom in learning independence, but this independence causes much confusion and fear. Those that use faith with intelligence find the courage to lay their desires and dreams in an unseen force. It is known that in the willingness to be completely submissive to Father there is a wellspring of strength to be gained. Those that find they have nothing to lose find being submissive to Father quite easy. This is perhaps the case with individuals who find themselves chemically addicted and have no hope in earthly things. I say it is not always necessary to be brought to a place hopeless despair to completely submit to Father's divine will, but even in this there is value. | + | It is true that you are mostly taught to be [[independent]], and if you are unable to [[care]] for yourself, no one else will. There is indeed [[wisdom]] in learning independence, but this independence causes much [[confusion]] and [[fear]]. Those that use [[faith]] with [[intelligence]] find the [[courage]] to lay their [[desires]] and [[dreams]] in an [[unseen]] [[force]]. It is known that in the willingness to be completely [[submissive]] to Father there is a [[wellspring]] of [[strength]] to be gained. Those that find they have nothing to lose find being [[submissive]] to Father quite easy. This is perhaps the case with [[individuals]] who find themselves chemically [[addicted]] and have no hope in earthly things. I say it is not always [[necessary]] to be brought to a place hopeless [[despair]] to completely submit to Father's [[divine]] will, but even in this there is [[value]]. |
| + | ===='''''[[Moment]]'''''==== | ||
| + | [[Mortals]] ask everyday, how may I best find [[balance]] in my life? and I frequently respond, through present [[moment]] [[awareness]]. In the fullness of the [[flavor]] of life there is to be gained unbroken [[communion]] with Father. In this present [[moment]] awareness if there is not [[desire]] to the [[doing of Father's will]] there is a loss of [[accuracy]] in [[communion]] with Father. To be a willing learner one must possess [[questions]]. If one is filled with personal [[desires]] and [[wish]] fulfillment there is not room for Father's [[divine]] [[direction]]. To give over [[everything]] to Father is a big [[step]] for you and almost not possible without experiencing [[Michael]]'s hard [[truths]]. Father's will is there. Michael's display of [[truth]] is available. It takes an exertion of [[faith]], [[intellect]] and [[courage]] to be willing to lose [[everything]]. | ||
| − | + | It was always taught that self denial was altogether [[holy]] and [[righteous]]. Michael has taught us that Father asks no [[sacrifice]] from us. Instead He asks us for our [[companionship]] within this present [[moment]] awareness and [[desires]] to teach us about Himself and His [[universe]] [[realities]]. | |
| − | + | A [[soul]] who is perhaps [[drowning]] in [[fear]] through something that holds them in an [[obsession]] finds it [[necessary]] when they have hit bottom to look up. I say this matter of looking up is entirely possible through [[submitting]] your will to Father's and gaining [[spiritual]] [[strength]]. Father's spiritual strength is an endless [[reservoir]] of spiritual [[energy]], divine [[guidance]], a [[connection]] into the [[cosmic mind]] of [[Nebadon]], an [[understanding]] of the [[Supreme Being]], a surety of son or daughtership with Father and an excellent source of [[love]], true love without condition, without gains or loses. | |
| − | + | You would find a vast area of [[knowledge]] through [[understanding]] this spiritual [[strength]]. It is the [[power]] to cut those ties that hinder you from [[spiritual growth]]. It is the [[courage]] to live a spiritual life [[Expression|expressively]] without [[worry]] of [[ridicule]] from your fellows. Do you see if [[Caligastia]] and his cohorts chose [[submission]] to Father through their [[love]] for Him they would [[discovered]] this [[wellspring]] of strength, [[hope]] and [[love]] that is beyond [[definition]]? Love that is more fulfilling than [[adoration]] of [[self]]. They had [[everything]] to gain and felt it was not [[necessary]] to go the spiritual [[path]] that most beings must travel, even [[Christ]] Himself has traveled this path. I would say that [[Caligastia]] chose temporary [[self-gratification]] over eternal living [[revelation]] from Father. | |
| − | + | I would speak next week on the [[dangers]] of [[self-gratification]] and the imbalance it brings. This week I would ask you to [[understand]] what keeps you from living out the [[spiritual]] life? What [[fears]] may hold you back from full [[submission]] to Father and gaining your [[armor]] of spiritual [[strength]]? What is it that makes you feel [[blocked]] from [[attaining]] your spiritual [[goals]]? What would you write as your personal mission statement for earthly living? Are there [[questions]]? | |
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| − | I would speak next week on the dangers of self-gratification and the imbalance it brings. This week I would ask you to understand what keeps you from living out the spiritual life? What fears may hold you back from full submission to Father and gaining your armor of spiritual strength? What is it that makes you feel blocked from attaining your spiritual goals? What would you write as your personal | ||
===Dialogue=== | ===Dialogue=== | ||
| − | RACHEL: Yes Father Abraham. I have a couple questions that Joshua wanted me to ask you. First we have two newcomers to our group this evening, Ezmerelda and Fernando. We would like to welcome them and present them to you. (Yes. Greetings and welcome.) The first question that Joshua had is--he has been trying to reach Jeremiah on the telephone and he hasn't been able to. So he wanted me to ask you if he is all right? (Yes. Jeremiah is well and can be reached. That is all.) His other question is about Branagan. His spiritual name is Marsese. He did call Joshua and he has been back to Ireland and he did try to start a study group over there and was not successful. When he called he was back here in the United States. Joshua wanted to know if there is anything you can tell him about him? (This is unknown to me at this time. Sorry.) | + | RACHEL: Yes Father Abraham. I have a couple [[questions]] that Joshua wanted me to ask you. First we have two newcomers to our group this evening, Ezmerelda and Fernando. We would like to [[welcome]] them and present them to you. (Yes. Greetings and welcome.) The first question that Joshua had is--he has been trying to reach Jeremiah on the telephone and he hasn't been able to. So he wanted me to ask you if he is all right? (Yes. Jeremiah is well and can be reached. That is all.) His other [[question]] is about Branagan. His spiritual name is Marsese. He did call Joshua and he has been back to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ireland Ireland] and he did try to start a [[study]] group over there and was not successful. When he called he was back here in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States United States]. Joshua wanted to know if there is anything you can tell him about him? (This is [[unknown]] to me at this time. Sorry.) |
| + | ===='''''[[Accidents]]'''''==== | ||
| + | Willena: Abraham, my question is--I feel like I completed a [[healing]] in the [[experience]] I was having about the [[abuse]]. Not very long after that I had a box land on my head and have had several mishaps very recently particularly. My experience right now from the lesson is that Father is working with me in [[learning]] to [[submit]] my will and I [[feel]] very spirit led at this time in spite of the mishaps. I would like to ask your [[confirmation]] or maybe I am mistaken, but if you could [[enlighten]] me on my [[progression]]? | ||
| − | + | ABRAHAM: Certainly. Father does [[assist]] you in your [[understanding]], but does not create mishaps to promote His [[divine]] will, no. Rather He would use your mishaps to help further your [[understanding]]. Most of [[everything]] has [[value]] and can be used, and I cannot say Father does not create certain [[adversities]] to teach, but rather adversity is quite in [[abundance]] and not needed to be created purposefully. I would indeed [[confirm]] your [[feelings]] of being spirit led and [[progression]] in moving passed those mortal anchors that keep you from taking [[advantage]] of the vast spiritual [[ocean]] of [[knowledge]] that is set before you. This is [[good]] and you do well. Does this answer? (Yes. Thank you.) You're welcome. Is there another question? | |
| − | + | ===='''''[[Adversity]]'''''==== | |
| − | ABRAHAM: Certainly. Father does assist you in your understanding, but does not create mishaps to promote His divine will, no. Rather He would use your mishaps to help further your understanding. Most of everything has value and can be used, and I cannot say Father does not create certain adversities to teach, but rather adversity is quite in abundance and not needed to be created purposefully. I would indeed confirm your feelings of being spirit led and progression in moving passed those mortal anchors that keep you from taking advantage of the vast spiritual ocean of knowledge that is set before you. This is good and you do well. Does this answer? (Yes. Thank you.) You're welcome. Is there another question? | + | FERNANDO: Abraham, on my [[path]] of speaking [[truth]] it has cost me [[suffering]] and great losses. I have a [[feeling]] it is going to take me to an early [[grave]] if I keep this path or should I keep my mouth shut? |
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| − | FERNANDO: Abraham, on my path of speaking truth it has cost me suffering and great | ||
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| + | ABRAHAM: This is completely your [[decision]], but I would say that in your search for [[enlightenment]] [[Michael]] has become an important [[companion]] to you, in that He promotes [[truth]]. Michael would [[desire]] truth in all things for the [[good]] of all. It takes a spiritually [[strong]] [[individual]] to go forth bravely and live in full view that he is a believer. It is known that your life of [[adversities]] has helped shape you into a qualified [[teacher]] of [[spiritual]] understanding. This would be what I would [[focus]] on in making your [[decisions]]. Michael is the Purifier. He would ask that you go freely to Him. His [[Spirit of Truth]] is able to shed a most [[revealing]] light to promote [[understanding]], but this understanding does not come without some [[pain]]. It takes a spiritual [[strong]] individual to allow [[Michael]] to [[reveal]] those hard [[truths]] and [[receive]] also Michael's [[comfort]], [[wisdom]], [[love]] and [[humor]]. I would ask you to trust Michael and know that you are loved and carefully watched over. Does this help? (Yes.) | ||
| + | ===='''''[[Transmitting]]'''''==== | ||
[Misunderstanding when taking notes of Abraham's lesson.] | [Misunderstanding when taking notes of Abraham's lesson.] | ||
| − | ABRAHAM: I would comment that this method of communication is quite imperfect and at times a struggle to give you my full meaning. I would let you each know that I count on you to assist Ellanor in the accuracy of these transmissions. You are without a doubt qualified and welcome to promote truth and accuracy. Is there one more question? | + | ABRAHAM: I would comment that this [[method]] of [[communication]] is quite imperfect and at times a [[struggle]] to give you my full [[meaning]]. I would let you each know that I count on you to [[assist]] Ellanor in the [[accuracy]] of these transmissions. You are without a [[doubt]] qualified and welcome to promote [[truth]] and [[accuracy]]. Is there one more question? |
| − | + | ===='''''[[Honesty]]'''''==== | |
| − | MIRIAM: Abraham, a couple weeks ago you answered my question and asked if this is clear or does that help. I want to say I wasn't honest. It wasn't clear. I felt frustrated and I was afraid to come out and say no, I'd really like to hear some more about that. I just wanted you to know that I am really appreciating you and it means so much to me to grow and learn. I want you as a honest friend. I wanted to be honest with you and let you know I held back. I didn't feel good about that cause I wasn't totally truthful. | + | MIRIAM: Abraham, a couple weeks ago you answered my question and asked if this is clear or does that help. I want to say I wasn't [[honest]]. It wasn't clear. I felt [[frustrated]] and I was afraid to come out and say no, I'd really like to hear some more about that. I just wanted you to know that I am really [[appreciating]] you and it means so much to me to [[grow]] and learn. I want you as a [[honest]] [[friend]]. I wanted to be honest with you and let you know I held back. I didn't feel [[good]] about that cause I wasn't totally truthful. |
| − | ABRAHAM: This is understood and very common. It is important in how each would ask questions. It would perhaps be helpful to know that in asking broad general questions the answers will be broad and general without detail. I am not allowed to predict or impose in your thoughts. It is forbidden for me to provide proof that I exist, that our Mission is real and done for the glory of our Father. I am in deep gratitude to you, Miriam, for your honesty and excellent example in sharing this truth. I am quite grateful for your honesty and I would assure you that your truth is joyful and I am not hurt or offended in the least. This is an excellent example of how each group member should feel in sharing ideas/thoughts. There is no cause for offense, but surely cause to be joyful. Thank you Miriam. | + | ABRAHAM: This is [[understood]] and very common. It is important in how each would ask [[questions]]. It would perhaps be helpful to know that in asking broad general questions the answers will be broad and general without detail. I am not allowed to [[predict]] or impose in your [[thoughts]]. It is forbidden for me to provide [[proof]] that I exist, that [[our Mission]] is real and done for the [[glory]] of [[our Father]]. I am in deep [[gratitude]] to you, Miriam, for your [[honesty]] and excellent example in [[sharing]] this [[truth]]. I am quite [[grateful]] for your honesty and I would [[assure]] you that your [[truth]] is joyful and I am not hurt or offended in the least. This is an excellent example of how each group member should [[feel]] in [[sharing]] ideas/thoughts. There is no cause for [[offense]], but surely cause to be [[joyful]]. Thank you Miriam. |
===Closing=== | ===Closing=== | ||
| − | I would express to you my friends that my love is growing for you each time we meet and I would pray to Father that I assist you in your understanding of spiritual meanings. My love go with you always. Until next week, shalom. | + | I would [[express]] to you my [[friends]] that my [[love]] is [[growing]] for you each time we meet and I would pray to Father that I [[assist]] you in your [[understanding]] of spiritual [[meanings]]. My [[love]] go with you always. Until next week, [[shalom]]. |
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Latest revision as of 23:26, 12 December 2020
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Topic: Wellspring of Strength
Group: Woods Cross TeaM
Facilitators
Teacher: Abraham
TR: Nina
Session
Opening
Submission
I am ABRAHAM. Welcome to you each here this evening. It is my most humble pleasure to be your teacher and friend. Last week our discussion was on finding spiritual strength through allowing Father to have full authority in our lives. We discussed how this submission brings you to acquire spiritual strength. Do you see how these are intertwined? Do you see how you need to take that first step towards submission to Father to know and understand spiritual strength, and the source in which we retrieve it?
Lesson
Many mortals in this life experience disappointment from others time after time and tend to think of Father in this way. Some may tend to hold back and guard their really important desires and goals. There is fear that Father is somehow unable to take upon Himself the burdens of the world. Some would feel that Father does not know their true heart and do not trust and depend on Father to hold and orchestrate their most important aspects of mortal living.
It is true that you are mostly taught to be independent, and if you are unable to care for yourself, no one else will. There is indeed wisdom in learning independence, but this independence causes much confusion and fear. Those that use faith with intelligence find the courage to lay their desires and dreams in an unseen force. It is known that in the willingness to be completely submissive to Father there is a wellspring of strength to be gained. Those that find they have nothing to lose find being submissive to Father quite easy. This is perhaps the case with individuals who find themselves chemically addicted and have no hope in earthly things. I say it is not always necessary to be brought to a place hopeless despair to completely submit to Father's divine will, but even in this there is value.
Moment
Mortals ask everyday, how may I best find balance in my life? and I frequently respond, through present moment awareness. In the fullness of the flavor of life there is to be gained unbroken communion with Father. In this present moment awareness if there is not desire to the doing of Father's will there is a loss of accuracy in communion with Father. To be a willing learner one must possess questions. If one is filled with personal desires and wish fulfillment there is not room for Father's divine direction. To give over everything to Father is a big step for you and almost not possible without experiencing Michael's hard truths. Father's will is there. Michael's display of truth is available. It takes an exertion of faith, intellect and courage to be willing to lose everything.
It was always taught that self denial was altogether holy and righteous. Michael has taught us that Father asks no sacrifice from us. Instead He asks us for our companionship within this present moment awareness and desires to teach us about Himself and His universe realities.
A soul who is perhaps drowning in fear through something that holds them in an obsession finds it necessary when they have hit bottom to look up. I say this matter of looking up is entirely possible through submitting your will to Father's and gaining spiritual strength. Father's spiritual strength is an endless reservoir of spiritual energy, divine guidance, a connection into the cosmic mind of Nebadon, an understanding of the Supreme Being, a surety of son or daughtership with Father and an excellent source of love, true love without condition, without gains or loses.
You would find a vast area of knowledge through understanding this spiritual strength. It is the power to cut those ties that hinder you from spiritual growth. It is the courage to live a spiritual life expressively without worry of ridicule from your fellows. Do you see if Caligastia and his cohorts chose submission to Father through their love for Him they would discovered this wellspring of strength, hope and love that is beyond definition? Love that is more fulfilling than adoration of self. They had everything to gain and felt it was not necessary to go the spiritual path that most beings must travel, even Christ Himself has traveled this path. I would say that Caligastia chose temporary self-gratification over eternal living revelation from Father.
I would speak next week on the dangers of self-gratification and the imbalance it brings. This week I would ask you to understand what keeps you from living out the spiritual life? What fears may hold you back from full submission to Father and gaining your armor of spiritual strength? What is it that makes you feel blocked from attaining your spiritual goals? What would you write as your personal mission statement for earthly living? Are there questions?
Dialogue
RACHEL: Yes Father Abraham. I have a couple questions that Joshua wanted me to ask you. First we have two newcomers to our group this evening, Ezmerelda and Fernando. We would like to welcome them and present them to you. (Yes. Greetings and welcome.) The first question that Joshua had is--he has been trying to reach Jeremiah on the telephone and he hasn't been able to. So he wanted me to ask you if he is all right? (Yes. Jeremiah is well and can be reached. That is all.) His other question is about Branagan. His spiritual name is Marsese. He did call Joshua and he has been back to Ireland and he did try to start a study group over there and was not successful. When he called he was back here in the United States. Joshua wanted to know if there is anything you can tell him about him? (This is unknown to me at this time. Sorry.)
Accidents
Willena: Abraham, my question is--I feel like I completed a healing in the experience I was having about the abuse. Not very long after that I had a box land on my head and have had several mishaps very recently particularly. My experience right now from the lesson is that Father is working with me in learning to submit my will and I feel very spirit led at this time in spite of the mishaps. I would like to ask your confirmation or maybe I am mistaken, but if you could enlighten me on my progression?
ABRAHAM: Certainly. Father does assist you in your understanding, but does not create mishaps to promote His divine will, no. Rather He would use your mishaps to help further your understanding. Most of everything has value and can be used, and I cannot say Father does not create certain adversities to teach, but rather adversity is quite in abundance and not needed to be created purposefully. I would indeed confirm your feelings of being spirit led and progression in moving passed those mortal anchors that keep you from taking advantage of the vast spiritual ocean of knowledge that is set before you. This is good and you do well. Does this answer? (Yes. Thank you.) You're welcome. Is there another question?
Adversity
FERNANDO: Abraham, on my path of speaking truth it has cost me suffering and great losses. I have a feeling it is going to take me to an early grave if I keep this path or should I keep my mouth shut?
ABRAHAM: This is completely your decision, but I would say that in your search for enlightenment Michael has become an important companion to you, in that He promotes truth. Michael would desire truth in all things for the good of all. It takes a spiritually strong individual to go forth bravely and live in full view that he is a believer. It is known that your life of adversities has helped shape you into a qualified teacher of spiritual understanding. This would be what I would focus on in making your decisions. Michael is the Purifier. He would ask that you go freely to Him. His Spirit of Truth is able to shed a most revealing light to promote understanding, but this understanding does not come without some pain. It takes a spiritual strong individual to allow Michael to reveal those hard truths and receive also Michael's comfort, wisdom, love and humor. I would ask you to trust Michael and know that you are loved and carefully watched over. Does this help? (Yes.)
Transmitting
[Misunderstanding when taking notes of Abraham's lesson.]
ABRAHAM: I would comment that this method of communication is quite imperfect and at times a struggle to give you my full meaning. I would let you each know that I count on you to assist Ellanor in the accuracy of these transmissions. You are without a doubt qualified and welcome to promote truth and accuracy. Is there one more question?
Honesty
MIRIAM: Abraham, a couple weeks ago you answered my question and asked if this is clear or does that help. I want to say I wasn't honest. It wasn't clear. I felt frustrated and I was afraid to come out and say no, I'd really like to hear some more about that. I just wanted you to know that I am really appreciating you and it means so much to me to grow and learn. I want you as a honest friend. I wanted to be honest with you and let you know I held back. I didn't feel good about that cause I wasn't totally truthful.
ABRAHAM: This is understood and very common. It is important in how each would ask questions. It would perhaps be helpful to know that in asking broad general questions the answers will be broad and general without detail. I am not allowed to predict or impose in your thoughts. It is forbidden for me to provide proof that I exist, that our Mission is real and done for the glory of our Father. I am in deep gratitude to you, Miriam, for your honesty and excellent example in sharing this truth. I am quite grateful for your honesty and I would assure you that your truth is joyful and I am not hurt or offended in the least. This is an excellent example of how each group member should feel in sharing ideas/thoughts. There is no cause for offense, but surely cause to be joyful. Thank you Miriam.
Closing
I would express to you my friends that my love is growing for you each time we meet and I would pray to Father that I assist you in your understanding of spiritual meanings. My love go with you always. Until next week, shalom.
