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Yes, I have been associated with several [[groups]] in [[this mission]] and I am [[anticipating]] another start in [[Rio Rancho TeaM|Albuquerque]], to try and reach a larger base than we were able to accomplish in the first attempt. You see, [[we teachers]], while assigned in different places, are really one staff under [[Machiventa]] Melchizedek and under [[Michael]] of Nebadon. It is our privilege to accommodate the needs that occur in this mission as groups arise, flourish, and sometimes wither, while new groups arise, continuing the [[process]] of regeneration. From our [[vantage point]] this planet is dotted with bright lights, places where [[Light and Life]] have already begun in the lives of those persons who have made a [[conscious]] choice to live every day of their lives under the [[aegis]] of the will of our Heavenly Father. The [[Teaching Mission]] is not the only [[light]] in this world, but you are one of the brightest. We are, indeed, pleased to be your servants as [[teachers]] and [[companions]].

Yes, I have been associated with several [[groups]] in [[this mission]] and I am [[anticipating]] another start in [[Rio Rancho TeaM|Albuquerque]], to try and reach a larger base than we were able to accomplish in the first attempt. You see, [[we teachers]], while assigned in different places, are really one staff under [[Machiventa]] Melchizedek and under [[Michael]] of Nebadon. It is our privilege to accommodate the needs that occur in this mission as groups arise, flourish, and sometimes wither, while new groups arise, continuing the [[process]] of regeneration. From our [[vantage point]] this planet is dotted with bright lights, places where [[Light and Life]] have already begun in the lives of those persons who have made a [[conscious]] choice to live every day of their lives under the [[aegis]] of the will of our Heavenly Father. The [[Teaching Mission]] is not the only [[light]] in this world, but you are one of the brightest. We are, indeed, pleased to be your servants as [[teachers]] and [[companions]].

The world awaits your message! These are times of great spiritual [[contrast]]. The metal of [[warfare]], while technologically sophisticated, is beginning to rust. Greater and greater is the dissatisfaction with the use of [[force]] which violates the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prime_Directive Prime Directive] of God, that each person’s [[free will]] shall operate unmolested. More and more people are seeing through the vaingloriousness of [[violence]]. They are becoming aware of their [[dignity]] status as children of God and they cannot tolerate or stomach the [[rationalizations]] which allow [[violence]] to be blessed and condoned. Indeed, it would be wise for this nation to take of its [[abundance]] and share freely with others, as was done at the conclusion of the [[Second World War]]. What would happen if instead of fearful measures striking down the [[freedoms]] of other peoples, measures of [[love]] and [[compassion]] were practiced by this great nation? But, none of this can happen until there is a national will as a result of each [[individual]] person deciding to walk in the ways of [[peace]] with everyone with whom they come into contact. Yes, this is the same message that we have given you from the beginning. Spiritual [[transformation]] of the world begins with the [[individual]]. So I say, [[blessings]] to you all, for you have answered the call to be those [[ambassadors]] of [[Light]]. You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world.

The world awaits your message! These are times of great spiritual [[contrast]]. The metal of [[warfare]], while technologically sophisticated, is beginning to rust. Greater and greater is the dissatisfaction with the use of [[force]] which violates the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prime_Directive Prime Directive] of God, that each person’s [[free will]] shall operate unmolested. More and more people are seeing through the vaingloriousness of [[violence]]. They are becoming aware of their [[dignity]] status as children of God and they cannot tolerate or stomach the [[rationalizations]] which allow [[violence]] to be blessed and condoned. Indeed, it would be wise for this nation to take of its [[abundance]] and share freely with others, as was done at the conclusion of the [[Second World War]]. What would happen if instead of fearful measures striking down the [[freedoms]] of other peoples, measures of [[love]] and [[compassion]] were practiced by this great nation? But, none of this can happen until there is a national will as a result of each [[individual]] person deciding to walk in the ways of [[peace]] with everyone with whom they come into contact. Yes, this is the same message that we have given you from the beginning. Spiritual [[transformation]] of the world begins with the [[individual]]. So I say, [[blessings]] to you all, for you have answered the call to be those [[ambassadors]] of [[Light]]. You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world.

We will continue to establish another beach head in the war against [[violence]], in the war against [[ignorance]], in the war against [[fear]]. We will follow Michael and turn the other cheek, taking a positive action to counteract the [[violence]]. Thank you, my friends, for your kind hearing. My remarks are completed.

We will continue to establish another beach head in the war against [[violence]], in the war against [[ignorance]], in the war against [[fear]]. We will follow Michael and turn the other cheek, taking a positive action to counteract the [[violence]]. Thank you, my friends, for your kind hearing. My remarks are completed.

So, Tomas, I’ll begin there and tie it into what Machiventa said and come back. Tomas, you talked about turning the other cheek and being a [[positive]] action. But you were talking about it in a [[social]] [[context]]. Just recently my husband and I have read the part in the [[Urantia Book]] where it talks about how [[Jesus]] expected that type of positive action from his [[apostles]], but not from his [[disciples]]. Maybe I am not remembering or paraphrasing this correctly. That sort of struck me as I was thinking about a [[society]] turning the other cheek, what that entails. I suppose giving food and medicine is turning of the cheek, since part of the whole issue is the inequity of [[wealth]] as well as matters of religious doctrine. And Machiventa, it was such a relief to me to hear you say that we could just be our loving selves in situations.

So, Tomas, I’ll begin there and tie it into what Machiventa said and come back. Tomas, you talked about turning the other cheek and being a [[positive]] action. But you were talking about it in a [[social]] [[context]]. Just recently my husband and I have read the part in the [[Urantia Book]] where it talks about how [[Jesus]] expected that type of positive action from his [[apostles]], but not from his [[disciples]]. Maybe I am not remembering or paraphrasing this correctly. That sort of struck me as I was thinking about a [[society]] turning the other cheek, what that entails. I suppose giving food and medicine is turning of the cheek, since part of the whole issue is the inequity of [[wealth]] as well as matters of religious doctrine. And Machiventa, it was such a relief to me to hear you say that we could just be our loving selves in situations.

Let me bring it to personal issues. In my job I [[interact]] with employees of a large [[corporation]]. The employees of that corporation [[understand]] their job is to maximize [[wealth]] for the shareholders. It is my job to try and maximize wealth for the customers. So there is this [[conflict]] of interest there and one can see...Part of my problem is I believe there is a real [[greed]] in corporate America! I work in [[electricity]] policy and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enron#2001_Accounting_scandal Enron’s behavior] is so typical and has been going on in terms of what I have dealt with. I find myself behaving sometimes more contentiously than I would like to, [[feeling]] edgier, and more [[suspicious]] than I would like to. It is my job to play chess and look way ahead and these companies are making these filings, and I am wondering what are they really after, how do they all relate, where are they going, and how do we plan ahead and block them. We deal in all these meetings with, very often, the same employees, sitting across the table from them. So, it is helpful to think about finding that common denominator which is God, but we are [[representing]] the interests of different of God’s children ([[laughter]]) so....I am throwing a lot at you. There is the [[social]] [[context]]; there is the work context; and then there is the difference between being an [[apostle]] and a [[disciple]], though I still recognize myself as being of apostle status, [[meaning]] a lot is expected. That is just a lot of stuff that you can respond to, . ..or not at all. ([[Laughter]]). But those were the thoughts that were stirred by your [[discourse]]. I will continue to mull and think about it all.

Let me bring it to personal issues. In my job I [[interact]] with employees of a large [[corporation]]. The employees of that corporation [[understand]] their job is to maximize [[wealth]] for the shareholders. It is my job to try and maximize wealth for the customers. So there is this [[conflict]] of interest there and one can see...Part of my problem is I believe there is a real [[greed]] in corporate America! I work in [[electricity]] policy and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enron#2001_Accounting_scandal Enron’s behavior] is so typical and has been going on in terms of what I have dealt with. I find myself behaving sometimes more contentiously than I would like to, [[feeling]] edgier, and more [[suspicious]] than I would like to. It is my job to play chess and look way ahead and these companies are making these filings, and I am wondering what are they really after, how do they all relate, where are they going, and how do we plan ahead and block them. We deal in all these meetings with, very often, the same employees, sitting across the table from them. So, it is helpful to think about finding that common denominator which is God, but we are [[representing]] the interests of different of God’s children ([[laughter]]) so....I am throwing a lot at you. There is the [[social]] [[context]]; there is the work context; and then there is the difference between being an [[apostle]] and a [[disciple]], though I still recognize myself as being of apostle status, [[meaning]] a lot is expected. That is just a lot of stuff that you can respond to, . ..or not at all. ([[Laughter]]). But those were the thoughts that were stirred by your [[discourse]]. I will continue to mull and think about it all.

Tomas(Bill): My dear, I am Tomas. I am aware of the issues that you are painting here on this canvass of [[reality]]. You are part of the [[game]], whose rules, as you have stated clearly, are to maximize [[profits]] for the special interest groups. One of the jobs of an [[apostle]] is to speak the message of [[the Master]]. As I know you know, that is not his message. [[Jesus]] pointed this out in [[his bestowal]] incarnation, repeating the concept many times: that man does not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God; that what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, but lose his [[soul]] in the [[process]]; that the anxiety over material gain and indeed, greed, is a [[distortion]] of human nature; that profit is not the bottom line, even though it is given that sanctified [[status]]. How you bring that message is your task, is your great [[challenge]]! At the same time you are an advocate for your consumer group; and as long as you choose to play in the game, you need to do your job well.

Tomas(Bill): My dear, I am Tomas. I am aware of the issues that you are painting here on this canvass of [[reality]]. You are part of the [[game]], whose rules, as you have stated clearly, are to maximize [[profits]] for the special interest groups. One of the jobs of an [[apostle]] is to speak the message of [[the Master]]. As I know you know, that is not his message. [[Jesus]] pointed this out in [[his bestowal]] incarnation, repeating the concept many times: that man does not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God; that what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, but lose his [[soul]] in the [[process]]; that the anxiety over material gain and indeed, greed, is a [[distortion]] of human nature; that profit is not the bottom line, even though it is given that sanctified [[status]]. How you bring that message is your task, is your great [[challenge]]! At the same time you are an advocate for your consumer group; and as long as you choose to play in the game, you need to do your job well.