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Year="2003"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">JULY 21, 2003</SPAN></st1:date><SPAN
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">I am ABRAHAM. Greetings. I
am filled with gratitude knowing I can relax all into the hands of the Father. I
am comforted by the fact that Father’s awareness and intelligence oversees all.
Even in my realm of reality I become absorbed with my tasks and somewhat
preoccupied to the point that I can at times lose focus. I sincerely enjoy my
time out from my daily tasks to take in spiritual nutrition and regain
focus.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">Last week we discussed
material responsibilities while living a spirit led life. I do remember how
difficult the agondonter status was for me. I remember being caught up in
emotion, drama and my own personal desires to the point that I had squeezed
Father out of my thinking. In this, the world seemed to be bearing down upon me
and I felt weak and stuck in a cycle of confusion.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">The responsibilities of the
material life are so much easier to bear when you believe Father is at hand in
all the details. With a strong foundation of faith you feel not alone and weak,
as if you must bare the world upon your shoulders. How mighty is our Fathers
works! How beautifully orchestrated is His divine plan! This evening I would go
a bit off the intended lesson in the hopes that all are well
served.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">In the days of our Master
individuals felt quite comforted in His presence. His lessons were simple, and
yet new and exciting. The people for the most part saw with new eyes. Down
through the ages spirituality had become complex with the various
interpretations of man. It was indeed imprisoning and shaming the masses into
the hope of salvation. With this current awakening people are yet again viewing
the spirit life with new eyes and are finding freedom. Individuals are finding
again the simplicity in the Master's teachings.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">Some of you have always
believed in Father and the spirit life. Some of you have been born again with
new awareness. For those that are in understanding of my words, think back to
your days of awakening to the spirit, that feeling of broadened horizons, that
feeling of safety and security, that feeling of being Father's child. Many of
you are long time spirit seekers, and while this is all well and good, sometimes
there is a tendency to lose sight of that childlike awareness where you see all
things with new eyes. As mortals mature in the spirit or mortal life, there are
sometimes tendencies to become set in the ways of old, thereby slowing the flow
of incoming divine information.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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face="Times New Roman"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">You, as ambassadors for our
</SPAN><st1:City><st1:place><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Mission</SPAN></st1:place></st1:City><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">, need to maintain that ability to see the realities of
life with new eyes. Remember the simplicity in the Master's message; remember
His light heartedness. He was ever spirit led and always had the appropriate
words for those He served, those He ministered to. For many His message was
basic truths and for those who were ready, received more complex material. Those
that I refer to as being ready are those who maintain the ability to see with
fresh eyes. Those that dare to remain open minded and receptive to new
possibilities.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">This week think back over
your spiritual career. Does the child within still have options in your everyday
living? Can you accept comfort in maintaining simplicity? Can you take comfort
in knowing Father is at hand and aware of any and all things? He ever toils for
your path to Him. What is salvation? What is being born of the spirit? Are there
questions?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">SIMON: Well Abraham,
simplicity is pretty much out the door for me, but I love the idea of
simplicity. Short of that I feel like I have been spending a lot of time on
spiritual things. I need to do more grounding, more reality type things. I would
appreciate your assessment ideas.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">ABRAHAM: Understood.
Science is a wonderful thing. In this day and age of technology there is
tendency to over analyze everything. The simplicity and joy become lost in the
confusion. This is a new age of awareness, yes, and the mortal mind will be busy
with many new concepts. However, the more difficult something appears to be--the
more you feel overwhelmed, the more you feel the weight of the world. In this
confusion there are feelings of loneliness and the simplicity of the Master’s
message is seemingly hidden. Take time, my son, to refill your spiritual
resources in a simple way. While you do enjoy perfection, forget not that this
leads to anxiety and disappointment when your expectations are not met. Have not
worry, but take joy in the simple things in living. Is this helping? (Yes. Thank
you very much.) You’re welcome. Another question?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">LUKE: Yes Abraham. Thanks
for taking questions. I have lived here my whole life and I am moving to a new
area. There is apprehension there, yet everything seems to be falling into place
to do that. It is a big move to leave my home and there is no intention of
coming back. Any words for me?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">ABRAHAM: I feel if the path
seems to be cleared, then it would seem you are meant to follow it. You are
exhibiting courage in the face of uncertainty and this is always growth
promoting. You can see life as ‘my reality is how it is always going to be,’ and
then Father will show you different. Father's possibilities are endless and one
who trusts in the spirit is always open to His direction. You are a spirit led
son and where your present adventure takes you is a good opportunity to deliver
the good news. Your ability for humor and logic is a good combination that will
serve in your ministry. Have not worry. Be at peace. No matter where you go
Father is always there. Another question?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">DIANNA: Abraham, with the
combination of Bill leaving I would like to ask if you have any words for this
momentary end of our Saturday morning group and the growth and experience,
camaraderie during that time spent and if you have any words for
me?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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face="Times New Roman"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">ABRAHAM: Certainly,
fellowship is always good. Together you built upon one another's understanding.
The bonds of friendship will always be remembered and always be a source of
meanings and values. The group is not particularly ending, but perhaps growing
toward a new direction. There will be many changes throughout the
</SPAN><st1:City><st1:place><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Mission</SPAN></st1:place></st1:City><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">. Sometimes Father assigns us tasks and when they have
served their purpose, they bring us to a new direction or a new door. Your
willingness to share your faith has been uplifting for those who know you. Your
opportunity to have this fellowship has assisted you in working out some of your
personal struggles. New opportunities are abounding and your association with
this group has strengthened you to meet these challenges. Your calm logic has a
way of speaking to the heart of individuals. Your playful attitude makes people
feel open to be themselves. You have served in our
</SPAN><st1:City><st1:place><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Mission</SPAN></st1:place></st1:City><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"> and still have a great deal to do. This will be a
source of joy, not something that is personally draining but fulfilling and
spiritually satisfying. Have not worry and anxiety where each day may take you.
Simply maintain your faith and willingness to be spirit led. You do well, my
daughter. Is this helping? (Yes, very much. Thank you) Another
question?<o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">CALVIN: Thanks for your
lessons and help. Sometimes I wonder if my experiences have crusted me to the
spiritual life. Then sometimes I wonder if it was a good thing to make me face
reality. Maybe your perspective or any words you would have for
me?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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face="Times New Roman"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">ABRAHAM: Each of Father’s
children are entrusted with certain talents and are given tasks to perform to
uphold this </SPAN><st1:City><st1:place><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Mission</SPAN></st1:place></st1:City><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt">. Your experience has well trained you to help maintain
balance in the overall purpose. You are not hardened by life's experiences, no.
You were well trained to perform those tasks assigned to you to serve in this
Correcting Time. Many individuals are driven by emotion and some prefer to
receive the spiritual life through the intellect. Because you choose to live a
grounded spiritual life does not mean you are hardened to receiving from those
On High. While some receive the spirit through feelings, you can better receive
the spirit through mind. Have not worry. Practice to be more accepting of who
you are and understanding of how you are. Is this helping? (Yes Abraham.
Thanks.) You are welcome. One more question?<o:p></o:p></SPAN></FONT></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">ELASHA: Do you have any
advice or insights for me today?<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">ABRAHAM: My daughter, I am
perceiving you to be somewhat weary with how your life is moving. You are a
daughter of faith, no doubt and your ability to share with others is indeed a
ministry unto itself. The everyday living reality does seem to be what you have
not expected, and while this is somewhat disappointing, you are a child of God
with the power to change any of your present realities. Because some doors
appear not to open, have not worry, for Father’s time and your time are very
different. Many doors may open at a later date. Have not fear. Know that there
are spiritual rewards in the efforts made toward living a good and well balanced
mortal life.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><FONT face="Times New Roman">With that I will take my
leave. Know that I hold each of you dear and I will again be available for you
throughout the week. Find time to enjoy the source of peace. Until next time,
shalom.<o:p></o:p></FONT></SPAN></P></FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>