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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">ABRAHAM<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns =
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<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns =
"urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:date Month="11" Day="21"
Year="2005"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">NOVEMBER 21,
2005</SPAN></st1:date><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">WOODS CROSS GROUP<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">I
am ABRAHAM. Greetings. It is apparent that you each put your best foot forward
coming to these meetings. You emanate a peaceful attitude, but I am noticing the
wisdom you have gained over the years. I enjoy the balance in this group. Not
one is above another. Your diversity brings wisdom in all forms. You embrace
that part of one another that is mortal and I believe that the Master helped one
and all to advance by doing the same.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">Every mortal is going to have just as much experience as
they will allow. In your youth there was a great deal of excitement and new
possibilities. As you grew you realized every mortal must experience certain
inevitabilities to advance or pay their dues, so to speak. Peace comes not
without some hard work. It is an honor for me to work side by side with those
who make a great deal of effort.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">I
must make clear that I enjoy some traditions, the familiar, mostly because of
the love produced therefrom, but this evening I would say a few words on
tradition and those who feel trapped into carrying it on. I believe that escape
in today’s society has become very popular because there is so much pressure to
conform to what society defines acceptable. Escape comes in many forms, as many
of you well know. It would appear that the child that conforms is accepted and
good, while the child that bends the rules is problematic and in need of
discipline.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">You
that are involved in this Correcting Time still know not of your spiritual
freedom. There are remnants of tradition that keep you bound and cause
confusion. I believe as you become more spiritual your priorities lie with the
Father of all fathers. Acceptance in other forms becomes somewhat meaningless. I
realize that I, myself, am a creature of habit and change is a bit difficult,
even for me now. As mortals you all have laws you must abide by, of course, but
as far as a society, with all it’s culture and status, these traditions do not
apply. One needs not feel trapped in certain circumstances because of what they
fear societal repercussions may bring.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">Urantia is becoming a new world. Mortals are learning to
trust their intuition a bit more. You each have power to change small things for
the better. Mostly my focus this evening is on feeling unnecessary pressure to
live up to someone else’s ideals. Your close connection with Father is a great
relief from that pressure. It is acceptable to involve Father in every moment of
every day. There is nothing too trivial. This life is a fantastic adventure and
with a great deal of value. It should be treasured, not merely
endured.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">The
Master made small changes by ministering as He passed by. He was not pressured
to so much conform, but He certainly did abide by the laws of that day. The
Master sought not escape at any time and was fully committed to drinking the cup
that was offered to Him. Did He make the best of bad situations? He did and He
wholly enjoyed it. It was not work. His closeness with His Father did indeed
give Him an upper hand with His fellows. He savored life. He knew very well whom
He served.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P>
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style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><o:p> </o:p></SPAN></P>
<P class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><SPAN
style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt">This week I would suggest that we consider those
pressures of life that would have us conform to meaninglessness. What is
considered a healthy escape for spiritual rest in your life? That is all. Mary
will be with us next week, but sends her regards. Know that I am with exceeding
love for you each. Until next time,
shalom.<o:p></o:p></SPAN></P></DIV></BODY></HTML>