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*Oct. 1, 1992 Lesson For Young People
*Oct. 1, 1992 Lesson For Young People
===Lesson===
===Lesson===
===='''''[[Plan]]'''''====
===='''''[[Creation]]'''''====
In the beginning, or maybe even before that, there was always [[God]]. He was [[perfect]]: smart,
In the beginning, or maybe even before that, there was always [[God]]. He was [[perfect]]: smart,
[[wise]], [[fair]], [[kind]], and able to see into the [[future]]. There was this one thing, though, that He [[thought]]
[[wise]], [[fair]], [[kind]], and able to see into the [[future]]. There was this one thing, though, that He [[thought]]
I think the best [[description]] of it is standing on the bow of a large ship so far above the [[water]]
I think the best [[description]] of it is standing on the bow of a large ship so far above the [[water]]
and so far [[projected]] forward that even the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prow ship's prow], cutting through the [[waves]] makes no [[sound]]
and so far [[projected]] forward that even the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prow ship's prow], cutting through the [[waves]] makes no [[sound]]
that reaches the [[listener]]. You look out into the [[fog]], all your [[senses]] keen and there is [[simply]] no
that reaches the [[listener]]. You look out into the [[fog]], all your [[senses]] keen and there is [[simply]] no
[[information]]. No [[thoughts]], no [[vision]], no smells, no sounds, no [[feelings]]. And yet, you are
[[information]]. No [[thoughts]], no [[vision]], no smells, no sounds, no [[feelings]]. And yet, you are
[[Welcome]] and good evening. I am your [[teacher]], Will, who [[loves]] you. [Telephone rings,
[[Welcome]] and good evening. I am your [[teacher]], Will, who [[loves]] you. [Telephone rings,
answering machine answers, caller leaves a [[message]].] There's always [[communication]]. Thank you
answering machine answers, caller leaves a [[message]].] There's always [[communication]]. Thank you
with your [[indulgence]] with our long [[stillness]] session tonight. For some of the [[group]] members it is
with your indulgence with our long [[stillness]] session tonight. For some of the [[group]] members it is
the only [[stillness]] practice that they do, so, since this is a [[powerful]] setting for [[stillness]] practice, we
the only [[stillness]] practice that they do, so, since this is a [[powerful]] setting for [[stillness]] practice, we
like them to have [[good]] and deep [[experience]]. We have [[observers]] tonight; many spirit [[teachers]] are
like them to have [[good]] and deep [[experience]]. We have [[observers]] tonight; many spirit [[teachers]] are
be suitable as [[methods]] of [[inquiry]] into private areas of interest. For now, the floor is open.
be suitable as [[methods]] of [[inquiry]] into private areas of interest. For now, the floor is open.
Question away.
Question away.
===Dialogue===
===Dialogue===
HAL: OK, I'll kick it off here. I've noticed in [[stillness]] practice [[two]] [[different]] [[feelings]] or two
HAL: OK, I'll kick it off here. I've noticed in [[stillness]] practice [[two]] [[different]] [[feelings]] or two
JOAN: I have combined some [[prayer]] and [[visualization]] at the beginning of my [[meditation]] then
JOAN: I have combined some [[prayer]] and [[visualization]] at the beginning of my [[meditation]] then
basically done [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_Meditation TM] without the [[mantra]]. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biofeedback Biofeedback] has shown that this produces [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_waves alpha waves]
basically done [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_Meditation TM] without the [[mantra]]. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biofeedback Biofeedback] has shown that this produces [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_waves alpha waves]
and a [[feeling]] of deep [[relaxation]]. Is this deep [[silence]] a suitable platform from which to [[focus]] a
and a [[feeling]] of deep [[relaxation]]. Is this deep [[silence]] a suitable platform from which to [[focus]] a
reaching to [[God]] without and [[Thought Adjuster|the fragment within]] and is the [[purpose]] of this [[practice]] to [[grow]]
reaching to [[God]] without and [[Thought Adjuster|the fragment within]] and is the [[purpose]] of this [[practice]] to [[grow]]
[[focus]] on [[listening]] for inner guidance or would it be better from a shallower level of [[meditation]]?
[[focus]] on [[listening]] for inner guidance or would it be better from a shallower level of [[meditation]]?
WILL: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_Meditation Transcendental meditation] and similar [[techniques]] of [[meditation]] are recommended except
WILL: [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_Meditation Transcendental meditation] and similar [[techniques]] of [[meditation]] are recommended except
to the extent that they lead to [[Annihilation|obliteration]] of [[consciousness]]. Obliteration of consciousness is a
to the extent that they lead to [[Annihilation|obliteration]] of [[consciousness]]. Obliteration of consciousness is a
[[difficult]] concept to convey. So long as your [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_Meditation transcendental meditation] does not fall below the
[[difficult]] concept to convey. So long as your [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transcendental_Meditation transcendental meditation] does not fall below the
[[state]] of [[relaxation]] with a [[feeling]] of readiness to it, with a feeling of [[potentiality]] to it, you do well.
[[state]] of [[relaxation]] with a [[feeling]] of readiness to it, with a feeling of [[potentiality]] to it, you do well.
must be [[conscious]]. Therefore we attempt to discourage people from becoming [[entangled]] in
must be [[conscious]]. Therefore we attempt to discourage people from becoming [[entangled]] in
elaborate schemes of [[self]] [[projection]] or identification with [[natural]] [[phenomena]] or [[celestial]] bodies in
elaborate schemes of [[self]] [[projection]] or identification with [[natural]] [[phenomena]] or [[celestial]] bodies in
the astronomic [[sky]]. Or [[practices]] such as [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_projection astral projection]. Where you are, who you are, is
the astronomic [[sky]]. Or [[practices]] such as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astral_projection astral projection]. Where you are, who you are, is
always [[good]] enough for [[God]]. You need not remake yourself. [[God]] loves you anyway.
always [[good]] enough for [[God]]. You need not remake yourself. [[God]] loves you anyway.
God's [[communication]] with you is not conveyed with [[human]] [[words]]; certainly not in the
God's [[communication]] with you is not conveyed with [[human]] [[words]]; certainly not in the
WILL: The [[pressure]] that you feel is a [[physiological]] [[manifestation]] in [[changes]] in [[magnetism]] which
WILL: The [[pressure]] that you feel is a [[physiological]] [[manifestation]] in [[changes]] in [[magnetism]] which
are occurring as a part of the reencircuiting [[process]]. Because of the large [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seawater salt water] content of
are occurring as a part of the reencircuiting [[process]]. Because of the large [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seawater salt water] content of
your [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circulation_%28physiology%29 blood stream system], your bodies are peculiarly [[sensitive]] to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ionization ionization] and subtle [[changes]] in
your [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circulation_%28physiology%29 blood stream system], your bodies are peculiarly [[sensitive]] to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ionization ionization] and subtle [[changes]] in
the [[magnetic]] [[surroundings]] which are [[manipulated]] from time to time mostly as a result of the
the [[magnetic]] [[surroundings]] which are [[manipulated]] from time to time mostly as a result of the
comings and goings of certain [[spirit]] [[personalities]]. [Dog barks, [[laughter]]] The simplest way to
comings and goings of certain [[spirit]] [[personalities]]. [Dog barks, [[laughter]]] The simplest way to
[[describe]] it is as if a [[magnet]] is passed through a field of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charged_particles charged particles]. Every particle in the
[[describe]] it is as if a [[magnet]] is passed through a field of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charged_particles charged particles]. Every particle in the
field feels the pull of the passage of the [[magnetically]] charged object depending upon proximity. I
field feels the pull of the passage of the [[magnetically]] charged object depending upon proximity. I
do not [[believe]] we have caused any [[pain]] to anyone, and I can see that it might be somewhat
do not [[believe]] we have caused any [[pain]] to anyone, and I can see that it might be somewhat
KATHY: While you are [[physiological]] things, the second thing I [[experienced]] at one time,
KATHY: While you are [[physiological]] things, the second thing I [[experienced]] at one time,
especially when I was [[practicing]] more regularly, was a sort of a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G_force G force] and a [[feeling]] of going
especially when I was [[practicing]] more regularly, was a sort of a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G_force G force] and a [[feeling]] of going
upwards and it was always followed by definitely a quickening and a better [[feeling]] at the end of
upwards and it was always followed by definitely a quickening and a better [[feeling]] at the end of
that. Is that also included in that sort of thing or is it strictly a [[psychological]] [[phenomena]]?
that. Is that also included in that sort of thing or is it strictly a [[psychological]] [[phenomena]]?
Good evening once again. I am your [[teacher]], Will, who always [[loves]] you. I enjoyed your
Good evening once again. I am your [[teacher]], Will, who always [[loves]] you. I enjoyed your
comments tonight. I found particularly instructive your comments on the [[dearth]] of comments
comments tonight. I found particularly instructive your comments on the dearth of comments
from last week's [[meeting]]. I will say that it does not indicate anything particularly valuable that
from last week's [[meeting]]. I will say that it does not indicate anything particularly valuable that
people should have [[immediate]] comments or immediate [[perceptions]] [[responding]] to the teachings
people should have [[immediate]] comments or immediate [[perceptions]] [[responding]] to the teachings
If it is alright I would like to [[describe]], in some detail, what I [[consider]] to be the [[human]] [[problem]]
If it is alright I would like to [[describe]], in some detail, what I [[consider]] to be the [[human]] [[problem]]
each of you faces when [[intersecting]] with the [[spiritual]] world. If we look at the [[material]] [[universe]],
each of you faces when [[intersecting]] with the [[spiritual]] world. If we look at the [[material]] [[universe]],
the worlds of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trees trees], [[animals]] and [[planets]], as a [[horizontal]] [[universe]] extending out in every direction
the worlds of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trees trees], [[animals]] and [[planets]], as a [[horizontal]] [[universe]] extending out in every direction
to [[infinity]] on a flat [[plane]]. By [[contrast]], we might see the [[spiritual]] [[universe]] as a universe
to [[infinity]] on a flat [[plane]]. By [[contrast]], we might see the [[spiritual]] [[universe]] as a universe
[[intersecting]] the material at right angles. You might think of the [[material]] [[universe]] as a [[stage]] and
[[intersecting]] the material at right angles. You might think of the [[material]] [[universe]] as a [[stage]] and
the [[spiritual]] universe as a [[column]] of [[light]] shining down from directly above. You are on the
the [[spiritual]] universe as a column of [[light]] shining down from directly above. You are on the
[[stage]]. Where do we see the [[light]]? Where it [[intersects]] the stage. How do we know it is light?
[[stage]]. Where do we see the [[light]]? Where it [[intersects]] the stage. How do we know it is light?
Because it intersects the stage. The onlookers from a similar [[horizontal]] perspective cannot see
Because it intersects the stage. The onlookers from a similar [[horizontal]] perspective cannot see
though it is true that you can know [[God]] as He is meant to be known, as He [[desires]] to be known,
though it is true that you can know [[God]] as He is meant to be known, as He [[desires]] to be known,
solely upon your own interconnection by means of the [[Thought Adjuster]], that is not all there is to
solely upon your own interconnection by means of the [[Thought Adjuster]], that is not all there is to
the [[spiritual]] [[universe]]. For your place in [[time]] is but one [[beam]] of [[light]] and there are countless. It is
the [[spiritual]] [[universe]]. For your place in [[time]] is but one [[Ray|beam]] of [[light]] and there are countless. It is
[[necessary]] for each of you to go beyond the walls of the [[court]] and walk out into the [[dark]]. I think
[[necessary]] for each of you to go beyond the walls of the [[court]] and walk out into the [[dark]]. I think
that you will find when you attempt this that the [[light]] will [[travel]] with you.
that you will find when you attempt this that the [[light]] will [[travel]] with you.
These are my [[words]] for you tonight.I [[understand]] that you have [[questions]]. Let us [[proceed]] as we did last week. First question, please.
These are my [[words]] for you tonight.I [[understand]] that you have [[questions]]. Let us [[proceed]] as we did last week. First question, please.
===Dialogue===
===Dialogue===
===='''''[[Stillness]]'''''====
===='''''[[Stillness]]'''''====
when you are near the [[extreme]] reaches of [[physical]] [[effort]]. At such a time your [[body]] needs [[sleep]],
when you are near the [[extreme]] reaches of [[physical]] [[effort]]. At such a time your [[body]] needs [[sleep]],
[[rest]] at the very least. [[The Father]] will not [[interfere]] with that. Neither should you take on a large
[[rest]] at the very least. [[The Father]] will not [[interfere]] with that. Neither should you take on a large
dose of [[stimulating]] [[drugs]], such as [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tea tea] or [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coffee coffee]. That situation would be equally unproductive as
dose of [[stimulating]] [[drugs]], such as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tea tea] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coffee coffee]. That situation would be equally unproductive as
a [[polar]] [[opposite]]. Nor would it be especially [[effective]] if a [[person]] was in a great [[agitated]] [[emotional]]
a polar [[opposite]]. Nor would it be especially [[effective]] if a [[person]] was in a great [[agitated]] [[emotional]]
state, although we will say that [[stillness]] is generally the proper remedy for [[agitation]] and should
state, although we will say that [[stillness]] is generally the proper remedy for [[agitation]] and should
[[work]] to swiftly bring you back into [[balance]] with your [[normal]] [[self]]. Such does not [[equal]]
[[work]] to swiftly bring you back into [[balance]] with your [[normal]] [[self]]. Such does not [[equal]]
that the [[ideal]] would be an [[attitude]] of [[relaxed]] [[Attention|alertness]]. We have many times remarked that
that the [[ideal]] would be an [[attitude]] of [[relaxed]] [[Attention|alertness]]. We have many times remarked that
[[stillness]] practice must be [[conscious]] and in [[simple]] fashion it is easy to figure out that certain [[body]]
[[stillness]] practice must be [[conscious]] and in [[simple]] fashion it is easy to figure out that certain [[body]]
[[positions]] are more productive of relaxed alertness. In a general sense [[body]] positions that tend to
[[position]]s are more productive of relaxed alertness. In a general sense [[body]] positions that tend to
[[interrupt]] the [[flow]] of [[physical]] [[energy]] also tend to produce - I am searching for a [[word]] -
[[interrupt]] the [[flow]] of [[physical]] [[energy]] also tend to produce - I am searching for a [[word]] -
impairment of the flow of [[energy]]. This will cause a necessary diminution of the available [[body]]
impairment of the flow of [[energy]]. This will cause a necessary diminution of the available [[body]]
[[energy]] with a [[negative]] [[effect]] upon relaxed alertness. We have no preference for [[body]] [[posture]] but
[[energy]] with a [[negative]] [[effect]] upon relaxed alertness. We have no preference for [[body]] [[posture]] but
in its most basic form I would say a person should maintain an [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erect_%28position%29 erect position], relaxed with the
in its most basic form I would say a person should maintain an [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erect_%28position%29 erect position], relaxed with the
limbs in some [[natural]] resting position and not twisted, tied or knotted in any particular [[mystical]]
limbs in some [[natural]] resting position and not twisted, tied or knotted in any particular [[mystical]]
fashion. Does that answer?
fashion. Does that answer?
WILL: Next question.
WILL: Next question.
===='''''[[Growth]]'''''====
===='''''[[Growth]]'''''====
JUDY: Will, this is Judy. I'm sorry I couldn't be here last week but I did [[listen]] to the tapes and
JUDY: Will, this is Judy. I'm sorry I couldn't be here last week but I did [[listen]] to the tapes and
[[guidance]] the more we might be able to [[trust]] our own [[insights]] about our daily lives and get our
[[guidance]] the more we might be able to [[trust]] our own [[insights]] about our daily lives and get our
lives more in [[tune]] with [[the Father]]'s will.
lives more in [[tune]] with [[the Father]]'s will.
And the last one is that as we approach the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anniversary anniversary date] of this [[group]] it occurs to me that
And the last one is that as we approach the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anniversary anniversary date] of this [[group]] it occurs to me that
we have spent a great deal of time trying to [[understand]] [[communication]] because it is a [[phenomena]]
we have spent a great deal of time trying to [[understand]] [[communication]] because it is a [[phenomena]]
that's novel to us but we are just now beginning to [[realize]] that stillness should be the important
that's novel to us but we are just now beginning to [[realize]] that stillness should be the important
WILL: I [[embrace]] themes two, three and four exactly as you have [[stated]] yet I will offer a
WILL: I [[embrace]] themes two, three and four exactly as you have [[stated]] yet I will offer a
refinement about [[stillness]] [[practice]] as the [[method]] of [[spiritual growth]]. Long ago on [[your planet]]
refinement about [[stillness]] [[practice]] as the [[method]] of [[spiritual growth]]. Long ago on [[your planet]]
people in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_Hemisphere Northern Hemisphere] [[recognized]] that although the [[picture]] presented among the
people in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northern_Hemisphere Northern Hemisphere] [[recognized]] that although the [[picture]] presented among the
[[stars]] in the nighttime [[sky]] was changing throughout the [[course]] of the night, there was one star
[[stars]] in the nighttime [[sky]] was changing throughout the [[course]] of the night, there was one star
around which all things [[rotated]]. That one star was reliable. It appeared every night in exactly the
around which all things [[rotated]]. That one star was reliable. It appeared every night in exactly the
same place and, no matter the motion of the other stars, that [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polestar polestar] could be relied upon until
same place and, no matter the motion of the other stars, that [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polestar polestar] could be relied upon until
the [[morning]] sun dawned. The polestar is not a bright [[star]]. It is rather dim, but it is just as
the [[morning]] sun dawned. The polestar is not a bright [[star]]. It is rather dim, but it is just as
reliable. [[Knowledge]] of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polestar polestar] made life more [[reliable]] for those people. It did not make it
reliable. [[Knowledge]] of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polestar polestar] made life more [[reliable]] for those people. It did not make it
any easier. They had a more sturdy [[tool]] for [[navigating]] the passages of life but it did not take
any easier. They had a more sturdy [[tool]] for [[navigating]] the passages of life but it did not take
them there. They had a [[method]] of transiting from one [[learning]] [[experience]] to another, but the
them there. They had a [[method]] of transiting from one [[learning]] [[experience]] to another, but the
But the result is usually [[happy]]. Does that answer?
But the result is usually [[happy]]. Does that answer?
JUDY: I think so. I'll have to think about it and read the transcript. My second question is, last
JUDY: I [[think]] so. I'll have to think about it and [[read]] the [[transcript]]. My second question is, last
week you addressed the pressure that some of us feel and I found that to be helpful but what I feel
week you addressed the [[pressure]] that some of us feel and I found that to be helpful but what I feel
is a tingling especially in my forehead. At first I interpreted that as celestial presence and I wanted
is a tingling especially in my forehead. At first I [[interpreted]] that as [[celestial]] [[presence]] and I wanted
to know if that was the same thing as the pressure that some of my friends feel. Sometimes I feel
to know if that was the same thing as the pressure that some of my [[friends]] feel. Sometimes I feel
it in the middle of a meditation and sometimes in the middle of a busy day when I'm not
it in the middle of a [[meditation]] and sometimes in the middle of a [[busy]] day when I'm not
necessarily thinking of spiritual things and I would like to know if I should I pay attention to it or
[[necessarily]] [[thinking]] of [[spiritual]] things and I would like to know if I should I pay [[attention]] to it or
is it just something that is hanging around?
is it just something that is hanging around?
WILL: [pause] Adjuster activity is the cause for your sensations. Because your preferred
method of interaction with the world outside is through an intellectual format, your Adjuster is
WILL: [pause] [[Adjuster]] activity is the cause for your sensations. Because your preferred
attempting to create additional access space for brain function which is under your control. As
[[method]] of [[interaction]] with the world outside is through an [[intellectual]] format, your [[Adjuster]] is
opposed to the general undirected and unused brain potential, which most people never properly
attempting to create additional [[access]] [[space]] for [[brain]] [[function]] which is under your [[control]]. As
organize. [pause] The Adjuster is trying to facilitate your preferred method and deliver to you all
[[opposed]] to the general undirected and unused brain [[potential]], which most people never properly
the thinking power you desire and more. Your Adjuster intends a lesson. But, of course, it is an
[[organize]]. [pause] The [[Adjuster]] is trying to facilitate your preferred [[method]] and deliver to you all
experiential lesson. You do not find these changes threatening, do you?
the [[thinking]] [[power]] you [[desire]] and more. Your [[Adjuster]] intends a lesson. But, of course, it is an
JUDY: No, I generally find them pleasurable and comforting.
[[experiential]] lesson. You do not find these [[changes]] threatening, do you?
WILL: This is an area in which I am not fully informed.
JUDY: No, I generally find them [[pleasurable]] and [[comforting]].
WILL: This is an area in which I am not fully [[informed]].
KATHY: Was that answer specific to Judy?
KATHY: Was that answer specific to Judy?
WILL: Yes.
WILL: Yes.
JUDY: When that happens in the middle of a busy day, is there something I should stop and do?
Like try and be more sensitive to the situation?
JUDY: When that happens in the middle of a [[busy]] day, is there something I should stop and do?
WILL: Think of it as more power coming on line. You are in for a wild ride.
Like try and be more [[sensitive]] to the situation?
WILL: Think of it as more [[power]] coming on line. You are in for a wild ride.
JUDY: I'm looking forward to it.
JUDY: I'm looking forward to it.
WILL: Let's take a short break. [break]
WILL: Let's take a short break. [break]
[Discussion ensues about ending the meeting at the break because of the lateness of the time. It is
decided to get Will back to say goodbye to her before we leave.]
[[[Discussion]] ensues about ending the meeting at the break because of the lateness of the time. It is
WILL: I thank you for your thought. Goodbyes, like introductions, are important. The Father
[[decided]] to get Will back to say [[goodbye]] to her before we leave.]
does not desire a great deal of ceremony; loving attention is enough, but greetings and partings
===Closing===
are important. So I thank you for the opportunity to say goodnight and we will continue our
WILL: I thank you for your [[thought]]. [[Goodbyes]], like introductions, are important. [[The Father]]
question and answer sessions until every member in the group has had an opportunity to ask at
does not [[desire]] a great deal of [[ceremony]]; loving [[attention]] is enough, but greetings and partings
least one question regarding their personal progress and any questions they may have about
are important. So I [[thank]] you for the [[opportunity]] to say goodnight and we will continue our
experiences, sensations or insights.
[[question]] and answer sessions until every member in the [[group]] has had an opportunity to ask at
I relish your company. I look forward to our next meeting. Until then, may God keep you
least one [[question]] regarding their [[personal]] [[progress]] and any questions they may have about
[[experiences]], sensations or [[insights]].
I relish your company. I look forward to our next [[meeting]]. Until then, may [[God]] keep you
and walk with you.
and walk with you.
Shalom.
[[Shalom]].
==Session 5==
==Session 5==
*October 25, 1992
*October 25, 1992
===Lesson===
===Lesson===
MICHAEL: One year ago only a few feet from the spot where we are now meeting a group of
===='''''[[Hospitality]]'''''====
long known acquaintances sat. You each knew, in some detail, the history and irritating
MICHAEL: One year ago only a few feet from the spot where we are now [[meeting]] a [[group]] of
characteristics of your fellows. You welcomed a stranger who brought my message, a message
long known acquaintances sat. You each knew, in some detail, the [[history]] and [[irritating]]
designed to serve as good news, to lift your spirits, to set your feet on the higher path. You
characteristics of your fellows. You [[welcomed]] a [[stranger]] who brought my [[message]], a message
welcomed that stranger. You listened to my words. Then, in turn, you welcomed my teacher, a
[[designed]] to serve as good news, to lift your [[spirits]], to set your feet on the higher [[path]]. You
daughter of God named Will who has faithfully served me and you as a presenter of my humble
welcomed that [[stranger]]. You listened to my [[words]]. Then, in turn, you welcomed my [[teacher]], a
message.
daughter of [[God]] named [[Will]] who has [[faithfully]] served me and you as a presenter of my [[humble]]
I see now that your feet are firmly on the path. I see that you have the beginnings of
[[message]].
understanding of my teaching. One thing remains. I ask you to pick up my lamp and hold it high,
the better to illuminate the way not only for yourselves but also your companions, those yet
I see now that your feet are firmly on the [[path]]. I see that you have the beginnings of
unknown to you whom you chance to meet along the path. I ask this of you because I know you
[[understanding]] of my teaching. One thing remains. I ask you to pick up my lamp and hold it high,
are up to it and, as you pass me, I shall hold the doorway open for you. Your journey is just
the better to [[illuminate]] the way not only for yourselves but also your [[companions]], those yet
beginning. It is the only path with heart. You are remaking yourselves with the goal of perfection
[[unknown]] to you whom you [[chance]] to meet along the [[path]]. I ask this of you because I know you
itself. I salute you. Godspeed.
are up to it and, as you pass me, I shall hold the doorway open for you. Your [[journey]] is just
Until we meet again, I am Michael and I understand.
beginning. It is the only [[path]] with [[heart]]. You are remaking yourselves with the [[goal]] of [[perfection]]
itself. I [[salute]] you. [[Godspeed]].
Until we meet again, I am [[Michael]] and I [[understand]].
[long pause]
[long pause]
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.
us. Wherever we gather, He is.
Good evening. I am your teacher, Will, who loves you. Our Master has spoken. He is the
Perfect One who has overcome all the obstacles and in whom the Heavenly Father has vested all
Good evening. I am your teacher, Will, who loves you. [[Our Master]] has spoken. He is the
confidence. I have nothing to add to his words except, I love you. We make a good team, you
Perfect One who has overcome all the [[obstacles]] and in whom the [[Heavenly Father]] has vested all
and I. We are just beginning. We all look forward to a long and productive relationship. That is
[[confidence]]. I have nothing to add to his [[words]] except, I [[love]] you. We make a [[good]] [[team]], you
what an anniversary means to an eternal.
and I. We are just beginning. We all look forward to a long and productive [[relationship]]. That is
Shalom.
what an anniversary means to an [[eternal]].
[[Shalom]].
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