[tmtranscripts] Abraham 7-23-01

[ellen]

MEETING WITH ABRAHAM -- THE MARRIAGE BEGINS
JULY 23, 2001
WOODS CROSS GROUP

I am ABRAHAM. Greetings. I am glad for the early start to tonight's meeting
for we have much to cover. Beginning the second phase of the Correcting
Time, it is wise for us to cover some of those tried and true techniques
that have carried us this far.

We have discussed The Urantia Book as a measuring tool for all our incoming
spiritual information. We have discussed the importance of the relationship
to our Indwelling Adjusters. We touched on the importance of awareness on
who we serve, and the realities of our Paradise Father. I will say a few
words on the technique that brought you this Correcting Time Teaching
Mission, yes.

The stillness practice is a time of quiet openness that is specifically for
you. It is for you and Father to keep your relationship fresh and growing.
The stillness practice is an antidote for stress and mental and emotional
confusion. The stillness is not about uprooting mystical happenings that
proves God is real, no. It is not about showing yourself to be a dedicated
child of God. It is not about paying your dues to show you are worthy of
"child of God" status.

The stillness practice is balance for your mind and a cleansing of spiritual
poisons. The stillness is reconnecting to Father, that all-knowing Parent,
who sees you for who you really are and loves and encourages you without
end. The stillness or meditation is an equalizer between the divine and the
human--a balancer of the ego, a line drawn between self-loathing and
self-love.

Stillness was not designed to add to your guilt because you do not practice
it, no, but it is a safeguard for you to become balanced in Spirit, mind and
body. A sound connection with Father leads to clean and clear thinking,
which receives incoming divine information that produces overall benefits
for the mind and body. The human body cannot repel ailments if the mind is
in turmoil. It all begins with stillness, my friends.

The second thing I would like to cover is teacher purpose and position. The
teachers have come to you out of the state of emergency for the planet as a
whole. We have come to you in this Mission to assist Urantia back into the
fold of Nebadon. We are to assist you in becoming aquatinted with the new
spiritual re-incircuitment. We have come to help uplift and create calm in
these new changes.

My associates and I have come to help you each make sound contact with the
beloved Adjusters. We are not about mysticism or coming to a chosen people,
no. We are not about proving God's existence or ours for that matter. I am
personally here out of my love for this world's people, and I find it my
highest honor to serve Michael in this wonderful epic adventure. Yes, it is
momentous, and yet we must each remain small and usable to God. The teachers
and other spiritual assistants are not here for your mortal amusement, nor a
sideline hobby. We are about change and real spiritual work. We are not to
smooth over bruised egos or poor self-esteem, no. Those are matters for you
and Father.

In this Correcting Time the age of courting is over--now the marriage
begins. Most of you understand the complexity of the marital union. There
are so many new things to become accustomed to. There are habits and
behaviors your partner has that you cannot possibly comprehend as to why. A
true marriage takes continuous maintenance, communication, and a willingness
to see one's own mistakes. A healthy marriage does not point out one
anothers faults, but stands in commitment to assisting a spouse with
understanding and honesty, heartfelt genuine honesty, not as a superior
individual who knows more but one who is willing to be open to new
possibilities.

My friends, we have each entered this marriage with expectations and there
is no doubt we have faced great disappointment, but also has there been
tremendous growth and lasting bonds of friendship. There is a particular joy
you can only receive from a committed, healthful marriage. There is the
promise that you are not alone in the world to face everyday harsh
realities. You have a place where you feel safe to be who you really are and
to know you are very much loved. In a good marriage you are allowed
mistakes. You are allowed to grow from them. You have the support of one
another instead of the ridicule you might find in other relationships.

The time of courting is over. The non-reality that you show a perspective
spouse to win their affections is phasing out and the reality of seeing who
your partner really is will come in. Now our real work begins. Now we will
see who is in this marriage for the long run. We will see if devotion and
love can overcome trivial habits.

A good marriage, of course, always put Father first and tries to view every
situation through spiritual eyes. This is not to say there will not be
disagreements or even arguments, hurt feelings, etc. We must be firstly
committed to Father before we can commit to one another, yes. With any
healthy marriage there is sacrifices, there is a giving and receiving,
compromise.

Among the Brotherhood of Urantia there will be those difficulties that arise
and many will not be able to endure. Many have not the faith nor commitment
to stay the course. This is to be expected. Realize though the benefits from
compromising, giving and receiving and sacrifice are required to show forth
any fruit.

In this union of ours, what sacrifices are you willing to make? What are the
costs of the Correcting Time? How much are you willing to release so you can
receive? A marriage is centered around the entire family, not just one
person--all are considered--all are taken care of. What is your role in this
union? Father does not ask you to give all that you have, but more perhaps
asks--give all that you are. Be willing to lose self for His sake so that He
may make you more than you are. Yes. No questions this evening. I do want to
express to you each my love and dedication goes with you. I am honored to be
entered into this union with you. Until next week, shalom.