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| − | ABRAHAM | + | ABRAHAM & EMULAN |
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| − | The Evolution of Progress
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| − | MARCH 22, 2004 | + | MARCH 29, 2004 |
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| | + | I am ABRAHAM. Greetings. I am enjoying your freedom of discussion. You must admit there are not many places in this world to have such freedom. I am honored to be a part of you and your group. |
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| − | I am ABRAHAM. Greetings. I always gain some insight when I witness your discussions. I thank you. I am always with amazement with each passing year of your time. There is always something new. There are always some issues of right and wrong. There is always evolution.
| + | Let us take a moment to rise above that busyness of mind. Allow the stress of the day to roll away. Come into our place of family. Feel the presence of our First Source and Center, our Brother/Father Michael and our Mother. Be here with me in this comfort and safety. In this place we believe all things are possible, healing on any level is possible. Relief of worry and fear is here right now in this place. It is permissible and highly recommended to simply be, have not thought about yesterday, today or tomorrow. Take in that nourishment your divine Family provides for you. |
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| | + | Each day I live I become more and more grateful I am tended to in all ways. Even in my times of struggle, I am never made to suffer alone. My knowledge is always building. My experience is always teaching. I am with fullness of heart to have the realization that Father is always with me. |
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| − | To look back over my personal history, I have indeed seen a great many changes and really this is not a long period of time. I have been witness to the history of devastation to this world in my short time, but I have also seen the growth therefrom. I can rejoice at Father’s hand in our personal, as well as collective, evolution. As I reminisce now, so will you also be in my place someday reviewing your own relationship with history and the good that inevitably comes.
| + | As the world prepares for newness, they are finding Father in all aspects of living. The mortal and divine worlds are coming more integrated and actualized. The awareness now is a living energy. Many know not how they know—they just do. This evening’s lesson will be given by your friend and mine, EMULAN. |
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| | + | Greetings, children, it has been awhile since we have had the pleasure of spending time together. As you are bringing the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of man into your lives as an everyday reality, we will have discussion on the Father’s works. I realize this scenario may seem simple but bare with me. |
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| − | During this time of year many are made to turn their thoughts toward the resurrection of the Master. The resurrection was about newness. Said Jesus, “I have the power to lay down my life and I have the power to take it up again.” The risen Master gives all mortals hope that all of life’s striving is for the good. All the effort you make every day to grow in spirituality takes you to this one moment that pulls your faith from merely hoping to an actuality.
| + | A child, who is reprimanded for committing some dangerous act, goes through many emotions and realizes not the benefit a parent has to offer. You can tell a child the dangers of a hot stove, and yet he is not fully aware because he has not had the experience of being burned. The mystery of the stove does somehow call out to the child’s sense of adventure, and the child is still not taking precautions because he knows not the complete outcome. |
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| | + | The Father is the good Parent, and though you may not hear Him with your human ears or see Him face to face, He still takes opportunities to show you certain outcomes, which would either be harmful or beneficial. This is becoming more of a reality everyday. |
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| − | Is resurrection your reward for a life well lived? No. It is simply a continuation of your universe career. Everyday living events, lessons learned, love gained or lost, experience had is your reward. Everyday awareness is a reward in itself. In the mortal life do we each strive so that we may reap the end reward? Of course not. We strive minute by minute to make a difference in the here and now. Here and now is our reward.
| + | You are perhaps annoyed with a traffic ticket one day and this moves awareness to the forefront of your mind that rules apply in society, and if they are not followed there will be consequences, therefore you simply control your speed in the automobile. Sure enough this awareness has created in you a new caution and your exertion of self-control aids in your adverting an accident. |
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| | + | I am saying what appears to be negative could very well be a message from Father. Those small annoyances of today brings your awareness to a place of caution or observance. Life is most enjoyed when there is balance. Father would have us live life on an even keel if He could. There would not be the stressful roller coaster ride if He had His way. Too much drama leads to too much stress, which bogs down the mind and awareness sensory. Certainly there is no peace or rest in imbalance. |
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| − | We are indeed a part of the Father’s works right now. We each play a role in the birthing of Light and Life. It is difficult in the material life to see that spiritual benefit. Many mortals believe the benefit comes at the end of a hard life lived well. The benefits are here and now. The growth occurs as we speak. The past was well worth the price you paid to come to the awareness you have today. Who would you be without your experience? You are each unique and separate, and at the same time, all one.
| + | Be observant of those small occurrences that may perhaps be a message from the universe attempting to make you aware of a new and better way. For example: On the very day the child may reach the stove and become seriously injured, he instead has a smaller occurrence, which pulls a parents awareness to future possibilities and having power or ability to change outcomes. |
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| | + | The Father speaks to you. The universe gives you messages. The spiritual energy of this planet is very much alive and attempting to communicate with you every moment of the day. Father does have plans for you each to fulfill and certainly He would see to your health and well-being. This does require your awareness and effort. This is wonderful. This communicating energy is a blessing you should have had all along. Balance, patience and awareness are indeed the keys to understanding how Father relates with you. I am not simply droning on about mysticism or sign seeking, no. I am explaining your God given gift. |
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| − | This year as we ponder the resurrection of our Master, let us review the beautiful example He set for all of us. The story does not end with the risen Lord and His morontia appearances, no. The Master was also beginning a new career as well as our universe Sovereign. Did His struggles in His bestowal lives earn Him the reward of universe Sovereign? Is a day gathered with a universal crowd in some celebration more meaningful that a day spent in the hills with John Mark? My lesson this evening is kept short to take questions if you wish.
| + | In my mortal life I had plenty of opportunities to receive this universal or God-communication. I was bogged down in mind with my mortal responsibilities. Even though there are accidents of time, the Father does indeed bring you awareness so that you may endure any and all things. Most everyone knows of my tragic loss in my mortal life. As I look back now I do not believe that it was my wife and child’s time to go. I believe it was truly an accident, and yet the Father in all His mercy, attempted to give me some preparation for the terrible things that were to come. While Father and His universe associates know much about our future, they still have not control over our free will and they rely upon our willingness to be spirit-led. |
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| | + | This week look for messages from Father. Be aware of those inconvenient things that may have an underlying message. No, do not be paranoid or overly cautious, but as the child’s attention is drawn to the mystery of the stove, allow yourselves to look at this experiment as a spirit adventure, knowing how to use this universal energy that communicates directly with you. As always it is my pleasure to be included as one of you. I return you to Abraham. Farewell. |
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| − | CALVIN: Abraham, I think last week when the visitors were here from St. George, Ruby and Tracey, Tracey wanted to know if there were any words for her as far as starting a group there or being a part of this group?
| + | I am ABRAHAM. Thank you to our brother and friend who has delivered us this evening a message of value. I am always in appreciation of his assistance and differing insight. As they say—two heads are better than one. This week I am also expecting you to find time to rise above the busyness in mind to be with our universal Family. Have moments of no concern, worry or fear whatsoever. Make your best effort to find time to rest and simply be. Your responsibilities will always wait for you. Be joyful, children. Know that I am ever growing more in love with you each. That is all. Until next time, shalom. |
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| − | ABRAHAM: Certainly. Delightful ladies indeed. My daughters, things meaningful take time and patience to grow. If you would be willing to take on such a task for the Mission, then so be it. I find your sincerity to be a catalyst to your training to receive a teacher’s words and transmit to whoever listens. Feel at peace to take time to practice. I will assist you myself. Have not worry nor fear, for this will cause you to stumble over the gift that is yours should you so desire. Lasting things take time to develop so have patience and make time to practice stillness. Your faith will see you through. Your fellowship with one another will maintain balance. You, my daughters, do well. Carry on. Another question? | |
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| − | TECTRA: I have a question about addictions. It seems like addictions are becoming stronger. I wonder why this would be. I guess as related to this new energy coming into the planet, and if people don’t have a spiritual connection, it creates difficult addictions? If you could just comment on addictions?
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| − | ABRAHAM: Good question, my son. As the circuits have been renewed and spirituality is becoming more of a reality, individuals are finding out they must look within at themselves and the lives they live. Many are in fear that to change anything will be too difficult. To stay closer to the animalistic side seems to be easier for them. The meaning that is being drawn from everyday living now is so much more than before. To understand it does take effort and personal growth. To many individuals this means change and that is seemingly too difficult. To have escape through alcohol or drugs keeps one from having to deal with the effort needed to find real meaning in life. Chemical addiction seems to be a way to live a life of ease. This of course is false. You can escape life’s meaning temporarily, but eventually you will need to have the experiences--there really is no escape. There is joy however in any effort taken to understand meanings. Unfortunately many individuals worry about how they appear and therefore they conform to societies recommendations. Society is much more demanding than the spiritual life and no where near the joy can be attained as there is from a life lived in the spirit. There is this energy, as you mentioned, and this new awareness many find it disturbing and seek escape, but many also through addiction find Father and a life to a new and better way. All experience is worthwhile. Those who seem to be bound by addiction have not fear or hopelessness. There are a great many resources to be had. You can bring healing and enlightenment to others as well, if you should so chose to accept healing for yourself. Have not fear. Good question, my son. Another question?
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| − | HARRISON: Abraham, my question is not just for myself, but perhaps for others that are experiencing physical pain. I was looking for some words, thought that you might offer that would help me with my thoughts and actions that might be pleasing to the Father in dealing with the pain?
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| − | ABRAHAM: There is always value to be had by experience, even the experience of physical pain. When one is feeling fit, then one can be about his daily business. Those who know this physical pain and are unable to do even menial tasks know that on better days they will indeed appreciate feeling better. The human body is indeed magnificent in its overall design. The mind however is a mystery. The brain does have its central nervous systems, which carries messages to and from all parts of the body. You cannot separate the mind from the body. The mind however is important to the healing. It is the brain that releases those chemical needed to promote physical health. My son, Harrison, you are exhausting your human resources with this issue and gaining mindal strength. As the body ages however it is not sinful to seek out medical attention. Father works with science as He works with anything else. You will know when it is time to move in a different path to seek relief. I might add that you are very emotionally involved with your place of employment. Your tendency to bring this employment on as a part of your overall identity is not helping your physical body. The long hours are not helping either. Balance, my son. Get to the bottom of those issues which cause you concern, which drives you to cling emotionally to your job. What are those issues? Have time for journaling. I will be there to assist you. You do well Harrison. Have not worry. All things in balance, yes. One more question.
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| − | AZSURAY: We had a discussion in our study group Thursday. Since then I have been trying to find the answer in the Urantia Book. When do we get our personality?
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| − | ABRAHAM: Personality is indeed a gift and is assigned to each individual at the time of birth. Of course, time and experience add characteristics and the personality begins to take shape around the age of two. With the coming of the Thought Adjuster the personality is stabilized and of course, is a fertile ground for new growth of traits and characteristics. Is this what you are asking? (Yes and thank you so much.) You are welcome and again, this is my understanding. Always is there room to expand on my understanding.
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| − | With that I shall take my leave. Know that with each passing week I feel our bond grow stronger. You are my friends. I love you. Until next time. Shalom.
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