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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">October 26, 2003<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Greetings, children, I
am Ham and I am happy to have you here this evening.<span style=""> </span>This
evening let us discuss doing the Father’s will. Each of you has decided
to live in the spirit and by so doing to carry out those things which are
our Father’s will and to leave aside those things which are not.<span
style=""> </span>During the mortal life, understanding how to do this
is sometimes confusing and unclear.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">The role of organized religion
has been to set clear guidelines concerning what is forbidden and what is
required from believers.<span style=""> </span>But these things are human
constructs meant for a particular people at a particular time.<span
style=""> </span>Those of you who have set out on your spiritual journeys
look inward for guidance rather than to religious law.<span style=""> </span>This
openness to being led in life, this acceptance of the spirit of truth and
your own ability to discern truth from falsehood, these things are part
of your life.<span style=""> </span>These things can sometimes lead to those
solitary valleys of self-doubt and faith. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Human beings have within a
kind of homing device, so to speak, consisting of your soul’s connection
with the Master’s spirit of truth.<span style=""> </span>This ability
to be led is encumbered only by your own self-doubting, your own fear paralysis,
your own unwillingness to change.<span style=""> </span>But, should your
soul be open to being led like a trusting child is led but his father then
gradually your fears and doubts are overcome by a conviction of truth and
it is this conviction of truth which will mold your life in the spirit.<span
style=""> </span>Gradually your way becomes more clear and as your fears
are lessened your conviction grows. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">All human beings have fears
and doubts, this is part of life and it is nothing to worry about or be
ashamed of, for you are human after all.<span style=""> </span>But, remember
that your growing soul is also growing in its secure connection to the Spirit
of Truth. Trust completely that truth will guide you and that you will never
be abandoned or alone in this journey.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">In all things, at every step
imitate the Master and affirm that it is your will that God’s will be done.<span
style=""> </span>Learn to let go of the old and to embrace the new. Learn
to grab firmly with faith those things which are promised to the faithful
–<span style=""> </span>peace, serenity, equanimity of mind.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Remember the Master always
accepted the world as he found it.<span style=""> </span>His attitude
was to keep a perfect poise and acceptance of reality. Rarely did he rale
against injustice or the things which should rightly perturb the Son of Man.
All his teaching was positive.<span style=""> </span>He made the best of
every situation.<span style=""> </span>He spoke the truth and that truth
changed many people. But he also allowed that there were some who would
be unresponsive, whose hearts were closed and those he could not reach he
prayed for. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">If you desire to follow him,
you must trust him. And if you desire to trust him, you must abandon fear.
And, if you desire to abandon fear, you must grasp faith deeply in your
hearts and allow this faith to gradually replace the old fears.<span
style=""> </span>The Father and the Master are one in your experience.<span
style=""> </span>It is not difficult to find him. Constantly does he comfort
your hearts and steady is his spirit ever and always.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Do not worry so much about
finding the Father’s will for you. Instead, by faith, grasp his outstretched
hand and then accept that which comes as part of his will.<span
style=""> </span>Accept the changes that his spirit will make in your
hearts. Do not worry if this is his will or that is his will for at every
real juncture if you listen carefully his voice will speak saying “this is
the way”.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Are there any questions at
this time?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Ham May I have a personal
message please?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Of course my son.<span
style=""> </span>Rest in calm assurance that a journey of a thousand miles
begins with one step.<span style=""> </span>Simply keep putting one foot
before the other.<span style=""> </span>You have much before you. Do not
be discouraged or impatient but rather let your heart be comforted as you
gradually banish those inner fears which can limit your life.<span
style=""> </span>Be at peace, that is all. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Ham, I have a question relating
to the correcting time. There is a lot of discussion and energy regarding
the re-emergence of the feminine spirit, the return of the goddess. There
seems to be a lot of spiritual energy around this subject. Would you discuss
how that might relate to the correcting time, the mother spirit?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly.<span
style=""> </span>There are many things influencing this movement.<span
style=""> </span>Naturally, the mother spirit is constantly operating
on your world. Not only this, but the well nigh infinite daughters of the
infinite spirit are here in force.<span style=""> </span>But, looking at
this from our point of view, we believe we are witnessing the emergence
of the females of your species out of barbarism and the repression of the
old patriarchy and so this liberation of the female is causing a shift in
mankind’s view of God.<span style=""> </span>These things all work together
and it is of course part of our mission to help shepherd through burgeoning
equality of the female. Civilization is not truly achieved, that is the
line between barbarism and civilization is not crossed, before there is
a recognition of female equality. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Ham I would like to know
if you have anything for me?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly my son. Keep
always in mind that you must open your heart to God for him to enter.<span
style=""> </span>Sometimes in the rush and worry of everyday life human
beings can close their hearts and even to feel that it is necessary to do
so.<span style=""> </span>However, the God knowing man must continually
fight those fears which seek to close the heart and to continually and consciously
open one’s heart to God’s presence.<span style=""> </span>The Master never
pushes his way into your heart. Behold, said he, I stand at the door and
knock.<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Ham I was wondering if you
had anything for me this evening?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly my son. You
are certainly making good progress and you have shown great courage in keeping
the doors of your heart open and in battling back those inner fears.<span
style=""> </span>Remember, my son, God is completely sure of you.<span
style=""> </span>Be sure of yourself, but most importantly, be sure of
Him through faith. Allow faith to expand. Allow faith to bring you happiness,
contentment, joy. Take each day as it comes and don’t worry about tomorrow.
Rest if faith, confidence, and assurance for you are doing very well.<span
style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: May I have a personal message
please?<span style=""> </span>Thank you.<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly. My son, you
are doing very well.<span style=""> </span>Your way has not been easy,
but you have prevailed through much by holding firm to faith.<span
style=""> </span>You must begin to release your tendency to be self-judgmental
for you can be your own harshest critic and this tendency can certainly
get in the way of God’s love for you.<span style=""> </span>Bring the spirit
into your heart more and more and begin to let go your old tendencies toward
self-criticism.<span style=""> </span>The Father is not a judge.<span
style=""> </span>He is your best friend. He knows your heart and this
knowing, this complete acceptance and forgiveness is yours.<span
style=""> </span>Accept the Father’s gifts and resist your tendency to
push them away.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: I will try to do better
(just kidding)<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: This is always the human
reaction and understand it for what it is and accept it too.<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Do you have anything for
Rebecca?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly my daughter.<span
style=""> </span>My daughter, you are doing well.<span style=""> </span>You
are going through many changes and these things are all for the best. You
will have all the help and guidance that you require.<span style=""> </span>It
is really that simple. Don’t try to make things too complex.<span
style=""> </span>Understand that truth is simple. Truth is direct.<span
style=""> </span>Keep focused upon what is true and the simple way will
open.<span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Jarad?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Yes my son, you are making
very good spiritual progress. You are embracing all that is new and gradually
releasing the old attitudes and fears.<span style=""> </span>Grasp firmly
the Master’s hand and allow him to guide you. You are moving forward firmly
and deliberately and this is as it should be.<span style=""> </span>You
do very well. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 5.8pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: This is from Wendaring:
Ham, I am going thru so many challenges and I know that is part of growth.
But as hard as I am struggling to be one with the spirit, it seems at times
that I am failing. I don't know if I am handling these challenges as I should
to grow to a new level, or if I am fighting the challenges in a circle and
digging a hole. I trust God completely and know that He always does right
by me. If that is true why do I suffer thru these challenges instead of
rejoicing that something new and wonderful is ahead for me. Why if I know
this in my mind and heart, can I not do it? Can you please give me some
guidance? I feel so lost and alone . <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly, my daughter,
the process of growth can be very painful and these challenges you speak
of do not let up in allowing this growth.<span style=""> </span>The old
fears that keep you digging that hole must be gradually abandoned.<span
style=""> </span>Yes, there are problems, yes they are real.<span
style=""> </span>But, look again.<span style=""> </span>See your life
through the Master’s eyes.<span style=""> </span>See the frightened child
within and have love and compassion for this child.<span style=""> </span>Growing
in the spirit is never easy. Faith must be exercised to be known.<span
style=""> </span>All of these challenges are opportunities to exercise
faith, even to demonstrate faith to others.<span style=""> </span>Look
again at the beauty surrounding you and the love that is there.<span
style=""> </span>Take time to appreciate all these things. Replace fear
with gratitude and let your heart be comforted by the master’s spirit. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><font size="3"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;">Q: Personal message for Norbert?</span><o:p></o:p></font></p>
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face="Times New Roman"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Certainly my son, all
is well. There is much that is changing in your life and do not resist these
changes for they are part of your growth.<span style=""> </span>Have courage
as you go forth.<span style=""> </span>Exercise your faith and begin to
set aside the worries that can sometimes be quite consuming.<span
style=""> </span>Go in peace my son, that is all. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Do you have a message for
Charlie B?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Yes, my son, you do well.<span
style=""> </span>In fact, you are doing better than you think you are.<span
style=""> </span>Relax and trust in the spirit.<span style=""> </span>Don’t
think so much about doing as being. The way will continue to open. You don’t
need to push.<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: Do you have any feedback
for me tonight Ham?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Of course my son.<span
style=""> </span>You are diligent in your work and in your devotion to
the mission. Both of these things are part of your path.<span style="">
</span>Remember to open the door wide to the Master at every opportunity.<span
style=""> </span>Bring him into your life more and more.<span
style=""> </span>Experience his companionship and his love.<span
style=""> </span>Keep moving forward in faith and in trust.<span
style=""> </span>You do very well. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Are there any further questions?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Q: May I have a message please?<o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"> <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Ham: Of course.<span
style=""> </span>My daughter, you do well in all things.<span
style=""> </span>Do not be concerned that one way is better than another
right now.<span style=""> </span>Seek only after the spirit and the way
will be shown.<span style=""> </span>Do not worry or let your heart be troubled
with fears.<span style=""> </span>No human life is easy and your life is
not meant to be an easy road.<span style=""> </span>But trust in the Father’s
hand, use all your faith to do so, and he will bring you through. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3"><span style=""> </span><o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span
style="font-family: Verdana;"><font size="3">Very well then, until next
week my love and prayers go with you each. Farewell. <o:p></o:p></font></span></p>
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David G. Schlundt, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Psychology
Department of Psychology
Vanderbilt University
301 Wilson Hall
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: (615)322-7800
Fax: (615) 343-8449
Email: <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:David.Schlundt@Vanderbilt.edu">David.Schlundt@Vanderbilt.edu</a>
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and that which loves to give and not
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