[tmtranscripts] Abr. 2-14-99... Greatest Learning Come From Mission Challenges.

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MEETING WITH ABRAHAM.
Feb. 14, 1999
WOODS CROSS GROUP

TR: Nina

Present: Calvin, Miriam, Allanna, Mike and Sandy, Melissa, Rachel, 
Nina, Faye, Robert(new), Anesia, Harrison, Ineara, Lacey and Jordan 
(Calvins kids), Christopher, Zach, Anthony(new), Tectra, and Roland.
 
*(Tonight we had ‘cleared the air' a little, in a most family way.)

GREATEST LEARNING COMES FROM MISSION CHALLENGES

I am ABRAHAM.  Greetings and welcome to you each. I am made 
to rejoice when I view our Mission in action. Your example this evening 
was the crux of our Mission purpose.

Mary Magdalene, who took such joy at her mission callings, did not 
at the time realize her greatest learning came from accepting these 
mission challenges. She had without hesitation gone forth and 
ministered to her fellows without thought to her own spiritual 
advancement, and yet, with the acceptance of each calling, she 
excelled in spiritual knowledge.

I am also still at an educational level in my mission assignments. I am 
continually learning vast truths of the universe by serving. I take great 
joy in Father's ability to complete many tasks all at once. Those that 
accept various mission assignments find that not only is their faith 
made stronger, but also is their well of spiritual knowledge deeper.

Our basic goal in the Teaching Mission is to uplift the hearts and minds 
of the earth's people. Learning and understanding is our focus. Without 
experience, there is a deficiency in understanding, and at times, a 
decline in the capacity to receive spiritual knowledge. Father does 
coordinate lessons that one person or several may experience. His goal 
is to lead us to Him, and at times, that is best accomplished when you 
interact with one another.

Should a mission assignment chance to come before you which seems 
like a great deal of trouble, or causing you to feel discomfort, know that 
prayer and stillness practice can assist in clearing the fog of doubt you
feel when attempting to make your decisions to accept or decline the 
assignment. It is brought to my attention that there is a need for 
questions. Have you questions for me this evening?

HARRISON: Abraham, I would like to introduce Anthony and Robert, and 
invite them to ask questions if they have any.

ROBERT: How was it you got your name?

ABRAHAM: My name was given to me by my own parents, who were 
also divinely inspired, yes. Does this answer?

ROBERT: How do you choose the person you channel through?

ABRAHAM: I spend a great deal of time in training with an individual, 
but also there is a need for personality likeness to meet with mine. 
These are basic standards in which we look for in transmitter\receivers.

ANTHONY: What is your purpose for teaching and what can we learn?

ABRAHAM: My purpose is to aid in the enlightenment on this planet and 
serve in the Mission Christ has set before us. I would say, I am a teacher 
of basic spiritual knowledge. I would be happy to assist you in your divine
search. I perceive you both to be quite serious in your pursuit of spiritual 
knowledge, and, I would confirm that your inner truths that have brought 
you this far is a wonderful beginning on your journey. Another question?

ZACH: Abraham, I was wondering if you could tell me what my spiritual 
name is?

ABRAHAM: One moment. In the English language, the best pronunciation...
your name is Branson. Yes, Branson. As you reach morontial levels, word 
syllables can be heard in various tones or notes, and at times this can be 
difficult to translate. As the Chinese pronounce various words--the different 
pitches in their language means different things. Branson means ‘heroic 
attitude.' That is the best I can answer. Another question?

RACHEL: Yes father Abraham. Two weeks from tonight on February 28th 
will be our 8th anniversary. I would like to request that you have a few 
words for us that night with reference to the growth of our Mission in those 
few short years, and also, I know even when I have talked to Rebecca, we 
have wondered just how many of you were really present with us that night? 
That is what I request. 

ABRAHAM: For you, my daughter Rachel, granted, certainly. I would find 
it my pleasure and privilege. Certainly. Another question?

CALVIN: Abraham, the meaning of "Branson" was interesting to me... 
What does "Calvin" mean--trouble maker? (Laugh)

ABRAHAM: Yes. (Laughter.) I can say that your name does reflect the 
image that your Father perceived upon first viewing you as a new soul. 
You each have been gifted in certain areas to serve. In this life your Father 
has seen to your experiences in order to train you and light the way to Him. 
Your name reflects a willingness to work and also a demand to be involved, 
yes. Is this answering? (Yes.) Another question?

TECTRA: Abraham, staying in the same vein, all these normal English 
names--I come along with a name of "Tectra." Is that some kind of 
intergalactic thing or what? (Laughter)

ABRAHAM: Again, the morontial tones would sound slightly different, and, 
I can say with certainty that your name reflects one who is gentle in spirit 
or one who gives comfort. Is this helping? (Yes. Thank you.) Another question?

HARRISON: Abraham, can we continue with the same subject in what 
you would have to say about the name Harrison?

ABRAHAM: Again, the names reflect Father's divine plan for each of His 
children. Your name reflects one who thrives on accomplishing goals, yes. 
(Thank you.) You are welcome. Another question?

MIRIAM: Abraham, you haven't been answering questions for a while. Is 
that part of the deal to help us communicate with you throughout the 
week? ... Help us find our own way?... Use lessons and connect with our 
Divine Parents, etc.? I guess the reason I am asking is that I am noticing 
as I read the transcripts from the "tml" list from all the other groups, it
still 
seems as though questions are really needed by people. Is that sort of like 
helping us grow up? Do you know what I am asking?

ABRAHAM: Yes. You have said it well. I am not to be relied upon through 
Ellanor (Nina), but assist you in exercising your own transmitting muscles. 
Each child who asks will be served. I would say that this Correcting Time 
was also to assist in improved Thought Adjuster communication. Your 
questions are best answered by Him, and should I always attempt to 
answer questions, there may not be anyone asking throughout the week, 
therefore, decrease Thought Adjuster communication. Yes, times I answer 
questions are times when I have been asked to -- either by my superiors 
or personal Father Fragments. This is a hands-on Mission, yes. Good 
question. Is this answering?

MIRIAM: Yes Abraham. I've got just one other question--following up on the 
lesson. I looked up in the Urantia Book on Mary Magdalene and I read what 
I could. I just felt so inspired by her and so grateful for you using her in
the 
lesson. I was just wondering, you know, just from your personal viewpoint 
and what you know about her... and, maybe what wasn't said in the Urantia 
Book -- without violating anything -- if you could give us your personal spin
on 
Mary Magdalene?

ABRAHAM: Understood. I know that she is one to be quite enthusiastic 
about anything she becomes involved in. She progressed rapidly in her 
spiritual studies, for she took such great joy in being treated as a child 
of God. When she was in the flesh you could not have believed the 
degradation she experienced as she lived this mortal life. She could not 
understand the inequality of the worlds people, and how with her good 
intentions, she was made to feel so bad or sinful. She was a quick learner 
though--in that she realized, to rely upon the Father would ease her level 
of caring how others viewed her. When she fully believed she was a child 
of God, then could she serve without worry of others opinions and their 
down-casting attitudes. She is known to many to be a source of joy and 
always can find a lighter side to every negativity. Her enthusiasm and joy 
are quite contagious, and I feel energized in her presence. As I am slipping, 
I would accept one more question. 

ANESIA: I have a question on spiritual beliefs and different people getting 
connection different ways. I have been kind of having a problem lately of 
what I want to put my faith in--looking at all the different ways of feeling 
spirit and energy connecting and how many different ways are so true. 
If you could just give me a little advice so I can have a little more 
understanding, the various ways of connecting with spirit?

ABRAHAM: Certainly. To search is completely acceptable. To be open 
to various beliefs is welcome. There is always that Fragment within you 
which identifies with Truth. If you can identify the fruits of the Spirit
within 
that you seek, then I would presume it to be safe. There are always 
dangers in the search for spiritual understanding among the various 
religions or sources, but Anesia, you are one who knows her mind and 
trusts the Father within. To go where you feel drawn is acceptable, and 
you can rely upon your Inner Compass to inform you if you have made 
a good choice. The fruits of the spirit is an indicator.

I am once again overjoyed to meet with you each and have found this 
particular teaching experience quite educational. You are known and 
recognized as individual distinct children of God, and yet, your group 
unity is a wonderful example set before other groups, yes. As always, 
my love is with you. Until next week, shalom.