My fellow students, the role of the spiritual disciple, above and beyond everything else, is dedication. Ultimately, every disciple will eventually become dedicated to the bringing forward of the plans of the Spiritual Hierarchy itself. No matter where you find yourself on the path, no matter what you are currently aware of, or unaware of, this simple fact will be exceedingly clear to you as you proceed. The majority of time spent on the spiritual path is certainly a moving forward toward the unknown. This is why I so often indicate that the Path of Discipleship is indeed a difficult one. Again, I remind you, with all hope, love, and surety, there is never a need for you to be discouraged. Take the time to remember the bits and pieces of a new reality that is entering your hearts and minds, and you will continue with all dedication.
Dedication indicates a required commitment, does it not? The unknown is simply a temporary lack of awareness that you are indeed a channel of light and love. Because you are a channel, you are greatly assisting in the opportunity for all to move forward. My friends, this is your comfort. A fuller awareness of who you really are, will remind you that you must be as clear of a channel as you can be. So, your first and most important commitment is to yourself. The attainment of freedom, which is your greatest goal, implies that you must free yourself of all obstruction. You are dedicated and committed to your own healing then, are you not? As difficult as the healing seems to be, I will tell you, it is not. This is the simplest definition of healing I can give you. It is a letting go of what no longer serves you. If you wish to be more spiritually evolved, if your goal is to be of service to humanity and the world, you must know that you will have nothing to provide if the issues that are before you remain unresolved. Healer, heal thyself! Teacher, teach thyself! Free yourself, and all shall be free. Love yourself, for that is what you are doing within the healing process, and all shall indeed be loved. Your greatest awareness of what the Plan of the Hierarchy is, is for you to do your own work. Your greatest service to humanity is to get out of your own way. It’s only painful at first. With your willingness and dedication, all the freedom and well-being you hope to obtain for yourself and others becomes a certainty.
Dearest friends, it is misunderstanding that obstructs our path the most. The first thing we must realize, then, is that what we think we know, we do not know. Once we accept this, we grow very quickly. Clear the mind, have it be an empty vessel, and all understanding therefore becomes possible. We can start from scratch at any time. We can change our minds and try something else. Our greatest misunderstanding is that our past dictates our current experience. It does not. We judge ourselves of mistakes made, we insist upon feeling guilty about it, and then, you see, we find ourselves frozen in a state of unwillingness and inaction. Again, it is not logical to expect to understand what cannot possibly be understood, that is, without the necessary experience that must follow all mishap. All disciples are dedicated to learning. We cannot learn if the past is all there is. All spiritual students are dedicated to the opportunity that presents itself in each moment. We are only truly free in the now. The hard truth is the acceptance of what is, without judgment, and then we move forward and find the better way.
The spiritual disciple is dedicated to the releasing of all self-importance. My friends, if you are doing all of this hard work, only to be noticed or acknowledged in some future time, you will remain in the prison of which you have every desire to escape. You see, you are already appreciated, because you are willing to proceed toward the freedom you seek. This opportunity, your inevitable success, is the gift and acknowledgement. I will tell you, we do matter, but only within the context of a greater whole. Do you want to be important because you want to be confident that you know something, beyond any doubt? We are dedicated to the simple realization that it is not possible for us to know anything, without someone else having known before. Ironically, it is self-importance, which is in reality a temporary knowing, that leads us to the isolation and loneliness we are attempting to free ourselves from. It is only the ego who wishes to know of importance. So, it follows then, only the soul truly knows, and it is the soul who wishes to have all knowing be available to all. My friends, be humble, give it a try. You will feel a lot better when you understand that you are not the only one. It is our very soul, the higher part of us, who is fully aware of the Spiritual Hierarchy and its plans. As we become this soul, right here where we live and breathe, these plans come forth in every way. We are not the whole of this, simply one part, a necessary part. We have our role to play. This is a group effort, we are not alone. Togetherness is therefore the only importance we seek. Wonderful!
The role of the disciple is to achieve soul-awareness. It is our every goal to become fused with this higher part of our nature. Remember, a disciple is a student. As we learn, we’re more aware. This gives us every reason to be dedicated to the development of patience. Without it, we will surely fail. My friends, do not worry, do not be afraid, and certainly, do not judge. Just keep trying. Remember the bits and pieces. We always have enough to work with. We have what we need. The highest soul-awareness we could possibly obtain is to know that we are love itself. Forget about being perfect, just do what you can. Our soul indicates what is possible. Our soul indicates what must be changed, in order that we see the only reality that has ever been and will ever be. This reality appears new to us, only because it has yet to be fully established by us. The purpose of the soul, therefore, is to indicate the Path of Discipleship. We heal, so that all may heal. We give, so that all may give. We are dedicated, so that all may be equally dedicated. The plans of our Spiritual Hierarchy become clearer, day by day, as we walk the path of discipleship, indeed the path of our very soul. It is provided to us from love, so that each of us finds the peace and freedom we must have. We are encouraged to face all struggle, all obstacle, for it is our struggle that reminds us of our commitment. In this way, the path widens for all to join us, so that all may be loved, at peace, free, and one.
Fellow disciples, fellow students, let’s remember the work before us. Let our approach be entirely practical and simple. So, here are a few things to think about. Yes, our journey continues. Meditation is really the opportunity to create an open space of understanding. This understanding will bring to you two things. One is an awareness of what must be let go of. The other is an awareness of what must be fully engaged with. You see, it is the development of skill and faculty we are dedicated to also. We can learn!
*If you feel attacked or slighted by another, take no time to be hurt. Simply walk away. This is love, or, “the turning of the other cheek”. It is a loving action, because it provides for them the same opportunity when it comes their way. My friend, be the best teacher by setting the best example.
*In all communication with others, tell them the truth. What if you are wrong? My friend, what if you are right!?
*If you feel hurried, then it is time to slow down. If you rush this most important process, your spiritual journey, you are headed for disaster. There is no reason for you to expect to be somewhere that you are not. There is, therefore, no reason for you to create something you are not prepared for. Let life unfold naturally. My friend, take your time. In this way, you will arrive at the place you would like to be with all expediency.
*This one is of the utmost importance. If you want to know more, then acknowledge what you already know. My guess is there is much more to be had inside what you already have. We must know completely before true wisdom can be gained. Be smart, but not too smart. Revelation, then, is well on its way.
*If you are feeling lonely, if you are feeling isolated, if you are filled with self-doubt, then get out there and give something. Help somebody else. When we give what we want, we receive what we need. You will feel better, because you have opened up the flow. You receive what you have been looking for by giving it to someone else. How beautiful is that! Now, not only have you helped yourself, but another as well. This is service, together we achieve. My friend, I remind you, there is no obligation, only opportunity.
*In order to be successful, you must be constantly aware of what you intend to create. And, you must give whatever it is time to manifest itself. One of the biggest mistakes all disciples make is moving on to the next thing prematurely. Slow progress is the best progress. The other big mistake almost every disciple makes is recreating the same thing over and over again, expecting a different result. My friend, be flexible, and be willing to change your mind. This is our time to create what is really needed. So, create what is practical, what is realistic, and what is achievable. Be content, be grateful, and know, beyond any doubt, all is well.
All my love and support