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Elyon: I welcome you to this gathering. I know of your [[path]] and you are doing well.

Elyon: I welcome you to this gathering. I know of your [[path]] and you are doing well.

Hello, Elyon. Thank you for your [[message]]. I enjoyed the runners [[analogy]], particularly on this [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilac_Bloomsday_Run Bloomsday weekend in Spokane]. Having been a long distance runner myself, I know very well what uphills can [[feel]] like, especially early in the [[season]]. I also recall times in prime condition how uphills and downhills became much the same, that they were as pleasurable to run up as down. I also derived from running the [[appreciation]] of [[team]] work. In races I noticed that it didn't matter which team you were on, we cheered on each other, particularly those who were lagging behind. Members of any team would cheer them along. It seemed like a [[revelation]] of the [[Supreme Being]], though I had no [[concept]] of that at that time. I just want to thank you for providing this [[analogy]] to us today regarding [[obstacles]] in our lives.

Hello, Elyon. Thank you for your [[message]]. I enjoyed the runners [[analogy]], particularly on this [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilac_Bloomsday_Run Bloomsday weekend in Spokane]. Having been a long distance runner myself, I know very well what uphills can [[feel]] like, especially early in the [[season]]. I also recall times in prime condition how uphills and downhills became much the same, that they were as pleasurable to run up as down. I also derived from running the [[appreciation]] of [[team]] work. In races I noticed that it didn't matter which team you were on, we cheered on each other, particularly those who were lagging behind. Members of any team would cheer them along. It seemed like a [[revelation]] of the [[Supreme Being]], though I had no [[concept]] of that at that time. I just want to thank you for providing this [[analogy]] to us today regarding [[obstacles]] in our lives.

Elyon: You are most welcome.

Elyon: You are most welcome.

===='''''[[Smile]]'''''====

===='''''[[Smiles]]'''''====

Hello, Elyon. There have been times where it didn't seem like a [[smile]] or a [[friendly]] [[word]] would alter the situation in the way that I thought it needed to be altered. Situations occur where an immature person may be driving their car too fast or doing something else that [[risks]] [[innocent]] bystanders. Situations where people aren't thinking very [[clearly]] and I find myself almost invoking a [[wrath]] akin to the one that [[173:1 Cleansing the Temple|Jesus used with the money changers]]. I don't feel good when these situations arise. At the same time, I feel like sometimes my [[options]] really aren't all that great. Something needs to be done firmly and I'm really not sure how to incorporate a [[smile]] and friendly [[gesture]] into these situations. Could you offer any [[advice]] on these more [[intense]] obstacles that we might encounter?

Hello, Elyon. There have been times where it didn't seem like a [[smile]] or a [[friendly]] [[word]] would alter the situation in the way that I thought it needed to be altered. Situations occur where an immature person may be driving their car too fast or doing something else that [[risks]] [[innocent]] bystanders. Situations where people aren't thinking very [[clearly]] and I find myself almost invoking a [[wrath]] akin to the one that [[173:1 Cleansing the Temple|Jesus used with the money changers]]. I don't feel good when these situations arise. At the same time, I feel like sometimes my [[options]] really aren't all that great. Something needs to be done firmly and I'm really not sure how to incorporate a [[smile]] and friendly [[gesture]] into these situations. Could you offer any [[advice]] on these more [[intense]] obstacles that we might encounter?

Elyon: Yes, you cannot [[experience]] [[life]] to its fullest without fully experiencing the [[obstacles]] in your life. By experiencing these you also gain [[knowledge]] and [[understanding]] in order to serve others. Through your experiences you can more fully relate to others, for they may have experienced this and may not have the [[insight]] that you would in order to work through it. Also, might I add, that to not fully [[experience]] you will be presented with this [[obstacle]] time and time again.

Elyon: Yes, you cannot [[experience]] [[life]] to its fullest without fully experiencing the [[obstacles]] in your life. By experiencing these you also gain [[knowledge]] and [[understanding]] in order to serve others. Through your experiences you can more fully relate to others, for they may have experienced this and may not have the [[insight]] that you would in order to work through it. Also, might I add, that to not fully [[experience]] you will be presented with this [[obstacle]] time and time again.

===Closing===

===Closing===

My love to each and every one of you. I will be with you this week. Go out and [[smile]] both from your [[heart]] and from your [[face]].

My love to each and every one of you. I will be with you this week. Go out and [[smile]] both from your [[heart]] and from your [[face]].

Some people have said that they [[associate]] the [[presence]] of a [[teacher]] or a teacher wanting to [[communicate]] with them by a ringing in their ears. Ever since, when I hear ringing in my ears, I [[interpret]] it as perhaps a [[summons]] by a teacher or you. Is this true? Is this useful to pursue?

Some people have said that they [[associate]] the [[presence]] of a [[teacher]] or a teacher wanting to [[communicate]] with them by a ringing in their ears. Ever since, when I hear ringing in my ears, I [[interpret]] it as perhaps a [[summons]] by a teacher or you. Is this true? Is this useful to pursue?

Elyon: I will use the [[analogy]] I gave you as to [[feeling]] the smooth feeling of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velvet velvet]. Take away from all else and allow the [[words]] to come through. Put your [[mind]] aside, feel the velvet, allow the [[words]] to come through. This is all I can say now.

Elyon: I will use the [[analogy]] I gave you as to [[feeling]] the smooth feeling of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Velvet velvet]. Take away from all else and allow the [[words]] to come through. Put your [[mind]] aside, feel the velvet, allow the [[words]] to come through. This is all I can say now.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Elyon: *First of all, I want to say to you, my [[friend]], that the [[faith]] and the [[trust]] to [[develop]] is in yourself, in your hearing. Your faith and trust in us, [[the Father]], and [[the mission]] is well noted. You do have some residual [[doubt]] in yourself as a conduit. Lay this open and fully [[trust]]. You can [[discern]]. You know when it is us and when it is you. You can take that step to fully trust. Know that corrections are always made if needed. Lay open your [[heart]] to [[trusting]].

Elyon: *First of all, I want to say to you, my [[friend]], that the [[faith]] and the [[trust]] to [[develop]] is in yourself, in your hearing. Your faith and trust in us, [[the Father]], and [[the mission]] is well noted. You do have some residual [[doubt]] in yourself as a conduit. Lay this open and fully [[trust]]. You can [[discern]]. You know when it is us and when it is you. You can take that step to fully trust. Know that corrections are always made if needed. Lay open your [[heart]] to [[trusting]].

While living on [[Urantia]], [[materialism]] is needed to [[survive]]. Some put so much importance on [[materialism]] that they do not go any further than this, while others seem to not have any need for the [[material]]. They simply have a [[shelter]] or what little is needed to get by, with no [[thoughts]] toward gaining more or building up the [[position]] part. In each of you there is a need of the [[material]]. To find the [[balance]] is the key. Find the balance that is within each of you, the [[individual]], as everyone is [[different]]. Once the [[balance]] is met and you are being nurtured by what you need in [[material]] possessions and [[comforts]], you can then go to the higher [[path]] and fully do the [[work]] of [[the Father]]. If you're not in balance, and you find no [[comfort]], and you are totally insecure and [[fearful]] on the material level, it is hard to reach the heights that it takes to do the [[work]] of [[the Father]]. Some require [[mansions]] on the hill which require full [[attention]]. This does not so many times meet the balance and many times oversets it past the [[point]] of [[control]]. This is not to say to live in a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tent tent] either, but to find your [[balance]], to find what you require, and to find the means to [[provide]] you with the requirement that keeps you in [[harmony]], keeps you in balance. If this becomes out of balance to the point where you are having to spend your every waking [[moment]] to fulfill your materialistic needs, there is no balance. I feel I am rambling...

While living on [[Urantia]], [[materialism]] is needed to [[survive]]. Some put so much importance on [[materialism]] that they do not go any further than this, while others seem to not have any need for the [[material]]. They simply have a [[shelter]] or what little is needed to get by, with no [[thoughts]] toward gaining more or building up the [[position]] part. In each of you there is a need of the [[material]]. To find the [[balance]] is the key. Find the balance that is within each of you, the [[individual]], as everyone is [[different]]. Once the [[balance]] is met and you are being nurtured by what you need in [[material]] possessions and [[comforts]], you can then go to the higher [[path]] and fully do the [[work]] of [[the Father]]. If you're not in balance, and you find no [[comfort]], and you are totally insecure and [[fearful]] on the material level, it is hard to reach the heights that it takes to do the [[work]] of [[the Father]]. Some require [[mansions]] on the hill which require full [[attention]]. This does not so many times meet the balance and many times oversets it past the [[point]] of [[control]]. This is not to say to live in a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tent tent] either, but to find your [[balance]], to find what you require, and to find the means to [[provide]] you with the requirement that keeps you in [[harmony]], keeps you in balance. If this becomes out of balance to the point where you are having to spend your every waking [[moment]] to fulfill your materialistic needs, there is no balance. I feel I am rambling...

No sir!

No sir!

===Lesson===

===Lesson===

===='''''[[Challenges]]'''''====

===='''''[[Challenges]]'''''====

[[Struggles]] you will always have. These are your [[pathways]] to the higher roads that you will [[travel]]. See it as a course, an [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obstacle_courseobstacle course]. You've got to be willing to run the race. But as well you know that the race isn't easy. There will be hills. There will be dips. There will be boulders and logs. Pick your [[obstacle]]. They will certainly be along the way. The [[point]] of your [[existence]], your trying, your search, your reach to finish this [[course]] - this cannot be accomplished in quitting or stopping. You must always tackle the [[obstacle]] that lies before you. Sometimes there are easy ones. These [[problems]] are dealt with easily because of [[experience]] in handling such situations. It only takes the time to [[remember]] how to handle. But the road will take [[unknown]] turns at times. Where all the uncertainty and [[doubt]] and [[fear]] can rise.

[[Struggles]] you will always have. These are your [[pathways]] to the higher roads that you will [[travel]]. See it as a course, an [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obstacle_courseobstacle course]. You've got to be willing to run the race. But as well you know that the race isn't easy. There will be hills. There will be dips. There will be boulders and logs. Pick your [[obstacle]]. They will certainly be along the way. The [[point]] of your [[existence]], your trying, your search, your reach to finish this [[course]] - this cannot be accomplished in quitting or stopping. You must always tackle the [[obstacle]] that lies before you. Sometimes there are easy ones. These [[problems]] are dealt with easily because of [[experience]] in handling such situations. It only takes the time to [[remember]] how to handle. But the road will take [[unknown]] turns at times. Where all the uncertainty and [[doubt]] and [[fear]] can rise.

This [[time]] is among the most [[difficult]] times within [[life]] because there is only one way to find the [[course]] to follow, through [[faith]], through your search and through your reaching to [[the Father]]. When there is no known [[answer]] then that is the only [[truth]] you can find. So [[feel]] free always to take it in [[worship]] or in [[prayer]], for His [[guidance]] will surely bring you through. Then you can in knowing the way to unlock or move aside the obstacle or door or wall; you can then move back on to your [[course]], and go until the next hill. But always, always, know that there is an end, and it is more than you can [[imagine]] in [[joy]] and [[satisfaction]].  

This [[time]] is among the most [[difficult]] times within [[life]] because there is only one way to find the [[course]] to follow, through [[faith]], through your search and through your reaching to [[the Father]]. When there is no known [[answer]] then that is the only [[truth]] you can find. So [[feel]] free always to take it in [[worship]] or in [[prayer]], for His [[guidance]] will surely bring you through. Then you can in knowing the way to unlock or move aside the obstacle or door or wall; you can then move back on to your [[course]], and go until the next hill. But always, always, know that there is an end, and it is more than you can [[imagine]] in [[joy]] and [[satisfaction]].  

There are many [[struggles]] now, many non-trusting beings walking about; non- trusting not only of their [[neighbors]] but of themselves, not having anywhere, it seems, to turn but boxed into a corner. And as you know, an [[animal]] caged is not a [[happy]] animal but rather one that will [[attack]] as he is approached. There are many to be set [[free]]. There are many who need to know of this [[love]], that they can too come out of their cages and begin to feel the [[truth]] of the [[love]]. By stepping aside of all the [[judgment]] one can see how truly unimportant it really is, how it only hurts and creates [[disharmony]] and distrust. For to [[judge]] is only to [[fear]] and brings about distrust. To bring about this [[love]] into your [[hearts]], to create a [[harmony]] that will allow you to be free of [[judgment]] and [[discrimination]] and all that goes with it, to sit with [[the Father]] each and every day, to know He is real, that He exists, that He is there for you, all of you. Do not take a stand but [[simply]] allow His [[love]] to work through you, to, in a sense, be [[simple]] about it, to just let it be, to just allow it to happen. To step into His [[light]], to feel His light, and to know everything is okay, to bring His [[love]] to others, to set all else aside and bring in this love; this goes along very nicely with last week's lesson, don't you [[think]]?

There are many [[struggles]] now, many non-trusting beings walking about; non- trusting not only of their [[neighbors]] but of themselves, not having anywhere, it seems, to turn but boxed into a corner. And as you know, an [[animal]] caged is not a [[happy]] animal but rather one that will [[attack]] as he is approached. There are many to be set [[free]]. There are many who need to know of this [[love]], that they can too come out of their cages and begin to feel the [[truth]] of the [[love]]. By stepping aside of all the [[judgment]] one can see how truly unimportant it really is, how it only hurts and creates [[disharmony]] and distrust. For to [[judge]] is only to [[fear]] and brings about distrust. To bring about this [[love]] into your [[hearts]], to create a [[harmony]] that will allow you to be free of [[judgment]] and [[discrimination]] and all that goes with it, to sit with [[the Father]] each and every day, to know He is real, that He exists, that He is there for you, all of you. Do not take a stand but [[simply]] allow His [[love]] to work through you, to, in a sense, be [[simple]] about it, to just let it be, to just allow it to happen. To step into His [[light]], to feel His light, and to know everything is okay, to bring His [[love]] to others, to set all else aside and bring in this love; this goes along very nicely with last week's lesson, don't you [[think]]?

===='''''[[Beauty]]'''''====

===='''''[[Beauty]]'''''====

I would like to try something a little [[different]] as some of the other groups are trying this and it is very [[effective]]. I would like to have each of you [[share]] at this time how [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=1993-05-02-Elyon#Session_2_2 your lesson went last week] and what you did to bring the [[beauty]] about within you. In your [[sharing]] you will help each other. Please start with whoever would like to [[share]]. This is not something that you [[feel]] you have to do however by opening up and sharing it does open you up and also helps you to see more [[clearly]] what it is we are really doing here. I will now [[listen]].

I would like to try something a little [[different]] as some of the other groups are trying this and it is very [[effective]]. I would like to have each of you [[share]] at this time how [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=1993-05-02-Elyon#Session_2_2 your lesson went last week] and what you did to bring the [[beauty]] about within you. In your [[sharing]] you will help each other. Please start with whoever would like to [[share]]. This is not something that you [[feel]] you have to do however by opening up and sharing it does open you up and also helps you to see more [[clearly]] what it is we are really doing here. I will now [[listen]].

Student #1: I had a lot of fun with this. I never really tried to [[work]] on my inner [[beauty]] before. First I planned it out. I'd [[think]], "It would really be nice for me to go do this because that would show my inner beauty." I did that for a few days then I [[decided]] I was trying too hard. I [[visited]] my daughter who wanted to talk. I thought, "This girl is so important. How [[busy]] can I be to not talk with this kid?" I talked with my [[mother]]. I became [[aware]] of the [[beautiful]] people that are in my [[life]]. I talked to my [[sister]] who moved to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska Alaska] and it felt [[good]] to tell her, "I [[love]] you so much I can hardly stand to have you that far away." She [[cried]].

Student #1: I had a lot of fun with this. I never really tried to [[work]] on my inner [[beauty]] before. First I planned it out. I'd [[think]], "It would really be nice for me to go do this because that would show my inner beauty." I did that for a few days then I [[decided]] I was trying too hard. I [[visited]] my daughter who wanted to talk. I thought, "This girl is so important. How [[busy]] can I be to not talk with this kid?" I talked with my [[mother]]. I became [[aware]] of the [[beautiful]] people that are in my [[life]]. I talked to my [[sister]] who moved to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska Alaska] and it felt [[good]] to tell her, "I [[love]] you so much I can hardly stand to have you that far away." She [[cried]].

The inner [[beauty]] came out when I wasn't paying [[attention]], when I wasn't trying. When I was [[aware]] of who I was with and what I was doing, I could give [[beauty]] to that [[simple]] situation. I love it. I'll have to [[practice]] that a long time, too.

The inner [[beauty]] came out when I wasn't paying [[attention]], when I wasn't trying. When I was [[aware]] of who I was with and what I was doing, I could give [[beauty]] to that [[simple]] situation. I love it. I'll have to [[practice]] that a long time, too.

So things happen even when you don't get an official [[assignment]].

So things happen even when you don't get an official [[assignment]].

Student #3: I didn't work on the [[beauty]] [[assignment]] for this week so much because I'm still working on the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=1993-01-10-Elyon#Objectives lesson on goals]. As the [[Urantia Book]] says, "[[Beauty]] is the [[harmonization]] of [[contrasts]]" ([[56:10 Truth, Beauty, and Goodness|56:10.3]]) or "the unification of divergent realities". I feel that in working on [[goals]] and the [[challenges]] between my lower nature and my higher nature, maybe I'm making [[progress]] in the way of [[beauty]]. But in the forefront of my [[mind]] is setting [[goals]] and accomplishing those goals, it makes me feel [[beautiful]].

Student #3: I didn't work on the [[beauty]] [[assignment]] for this week so much because I'm still working on the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=1993-01-10-Elyon#Objectives lesson on goals]. As the [[Urantia Book]] says, "[[Beauty]] is the [[harmonization]] of [[contrasts]]" ([[56:10 Truth, Beauty, and Goodness|56:10.3]]) or "the unification of divergent realities". I feel that in working on [[goals]] and the [[challenges]] between my lower nature and my higher nature, maybe I'm making [[progress]] in the way of [[beauty]]. But in the forefront of my [[mind]] is setting [[goals]] and accomplishing those goals, it makes me feel [[beautiful]].

Student #4: Well, I wasn't at the meeting last week so I didn't get the [[assignment]]. One thing that happened was I [[woke]] up Monday and didn't have to go to [[work]]. It's been a great week. I've read in the [[Urantia Book]] every [[morning]] and [[meditated]] everyday and gone for a walk almost everyday.

Student #4: Well, I wasn't at the meeting last week so I didn't get the [[assignment]]. One thing that happened was I [[woke]] up Monday and didn't have to go to [[work]]. It's been a great week. I've read in the [[Urantia Book]] every [[morning]] and [[meditated]] everyday and gone for a walk almost everyday.

Last night I talked to my [[dad]] who was feeling a little blue. He told us about a [[book]] he's interested in, "[http://www.scribd.com/doc/5376050/-Blueprints-of-the-cosmos- Blueprint of the Cosmos]". He's been reading the [[Urantia Book]] so we recommended some sections.

Last night I talked to my [[dad]] who was feeling a little blue. He told us about a [[book]] he's interested in, "[https://www.scribd.com/doc/5376050/-Blueprints-of-the-cosmos- Blueprint of the Cosmos]". He's been reading the [[Urantia Book]] so we recommended some sections.

The best thing was when he commented on how he'd never heard me sound so [[happy]]. I felt [[wonderful]]. We also went out country dancing. It was really fun.

The best thing was when he commented on how he'd never heard me sound so [[happy]]. I felt [[wonderful]]. We also went out country dancing. It was really fun.

===='''''[[Mood]]'''''====

===='''''[[Mood]]'''''====

Student #4: Hello. I always seem to be on a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roller_coaster roller coaster]. Sometimes I'm real high, sometimes real low. As I [[feel]] myself becoming more [[assured]] [[spiritually]] about certain things yet other parts of my [[life]] seem to rise and fall. In other aspects, when I think I know [[everything]] suddenly the rug is pulled and I don't know anything other than my [[awareness]] of [[God]]. How can I [[stabilize]] myself in my [[professional]] and [[personal]] sides? I work on a lot of things [[spiritually]]. How can I bring these other things into the spiritual side and not [[experience]] these [[mood]] swings up and down?

Student #4: Hello. I always seem to be on a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roller_coaster roller coaster]. Sometimes I'm real high, sometimes real low. As I [[feel]] myself becoming more [[assured]] [[spiritually]] about certain things yet other parts of my [[life]] seem to rise and fall. In other aspects, when I think I know [[everything]] suddenly the rug is pulled and I don't know anything other than my [[awareness]] of [[God]]. How can I [[stabilize]] myself in my [[professional]] and [[personal]] sides? I work on a lot of things [[spiritually]]. How can I bring these other things into the spiritual side and not [[experience]] these [[mood]] swings up and down?

Elyon: Greetings to you. I am very [[aware]] of your [[mood]] swings and by turning your days more and more over to [[the Father]], you will [[learn]] that you can have joy everyday and to not be so hard on yourself. For when you [[feel]] that you should have done better, should've done something [[differently]], if you will keep a notebook or [[diary]], you will see your [[patterns]], you will see, much as a person with a disorder, that there is always a pattern that leads up to the [[mood]] swing, a pattern that affects your days. For you to do this would be very beneficial for you to get to know (#4). This is very important to you at this time in your [[life]]. You cannot put (#4) in the background any longer. He must come forth and begin to [[understand]] his own [[motivation]], understand his [[belief]] systems, understand what makes him tick. I will not tell you about yourself. I will [[guide]] and help you along the way. You must do this on your own for you see what a tremendous [[growth]] this would be for you. And to get to fully know yourself and like yourself and [[understand]] yourself and to truly [[realize]], I say this to you all that you are [[children of God]], that you matter, that you are [[worthy]], that you truly make a [[difference]]. And if you feel you have faltered, go on and make it right, [[change]] it. There is always tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow. Do not [[feel]] you have [[failed]] your lives because of something that you said or did that you feel is so wrong. To [[wake]] up each [[morning]] and [[love]] yourselves as much as you love [[the Father]], this, my [[friends]], is a true beginning for all of you.

Elyon: Greetings to you. I am very [[aware]] of your [[mood]] swings and by turning your days more and more over to [[the Father]], you will [[learn]] that you can have joy everyday and to not be so hard on yourself. For when you [[feel]] that you should have done better, should've done something [[differently]], if you will keep a notebook or [[diary]], you will see your [[patterns]], you will see, much as a person with a disorder, that there is always a pattern that leads up to the [[mood]] swing, a pattern that affects your days. For you to do this would be very beneficial for you to get to know (#4). This is very important to you at this time in your [[life]]. You cannot put (#4) in the background any longer. He must come forth and begin to [[understand]] his own [[motivation]], understand his [[belief]] systems, understand what makes him tick. I will not tell you about yourself. I will [[guide]] and help you along the way. You must do this on your own for you see what a tremendous [[growth]] this would be for you. And to get to fully know yourself and like yourself and [[understand]] yourself and to truly [[realize]], I say this to you all that you are [[children of God]], that you matter, that you are [[worthy]], that you truly make a [[difference]]. And if you feel you have faltered, go on and make it right, [[change]] it. There is always tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow. Do not [[feel]] you have [[failed]] your lives because of something that you said or did that you feel is so wrong. To [[wake]] up each [[morning]] and [[love]] yourselves as much as you love [[the Father]], this, my [[friends]], is a true beginning for all of you.

==Note==

==Note==

The group was running a Urantia booth at a local body, mind, and spirit fair that weekend.) END MAY 1993 ELYON

The group was running a [[Urantia Book|Urantia booth]] at a [https://www.mbsfair.com/ local body, mind, and spirit fair] that weekend.) END MAY 1993 ELYON

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