[tmtranscripts] Abraham 9-10-01

[ellen]

MEETING WITH ABRAHAM -- BALANCED HUMILITY
SEPTEMBER 10, 2001
WOODS CROSS GROUP

I am ABRAHAM. Greetings. I am happy to see so many new faces, as well as
familiar ones, this evening. I am filled with such gratitude to Father, for
He makes every true thing real. Blessed are those who can not only endure
life's trials, but see Father actually working.

Last week we discussed humility and how the humbled person is a candidate
for personally ministering to their fellows. "The man who exalts himself
shall be humbled." Why? This Kingdom of God is a place of order. Experience
seems to bring chaos, but the Kingdom is with organization. There are
universal laws to uphold. Universal laws are natural outworking of
experience. For a self-exalted one to be humbled is not the works of an
angry Father who sees to tame His children's egos, no. Experiencing humility
is a universal law and needed to create order and keep peace within the
universe.

The man who exalts himself truly feels inferior and never finds that
soul-satisfaction that you come to know as you build your relationship with
Father. The man who exalts himself is truly focused on spending his energy
on attaining that satisfaction from feeling accepted, respected and at home
in the world. The focus is kept on the pursuit of that feeling of exaltation
which never really comes, so naturally does he find himself humbled time and
time again.

"The man who humbles himself shall be exalted." Is that the reward from
Father to His listening children? No. A humbled man is exalted because of
that soul-fulfillment he receives from having a close personal relationship
with Father. What could be more exalting than that? That closeness with
Father says you feel at home in the world, no matter where you go. You feel
equal with all people, not inferior, not in self-loathing, but side-by-side
with your brothers and sisters. The man focused on being humble is a man who
is listening and receiving guidance. He feels confidence to move about in
the world. He is not held back by opinions, social mores or current fads.
The humble man is truly free. A wise person would do well to take their
lessons on humility as guideposts to a more enlightened path.

One who exalts himself seeks to serve his fellows in a selfish way, a way
that makes people look up to him. The self-exalted person cannot really
minister to his fellows, for he has not their best interests at heart, nor
does he have Father in the forefront of his mind. His duties are
self-serving and possibly damaging to a few trusting souls.

The humble person first and foremost seeks to serve and minister because he
loves God. Love is the desire to do good to others. The humble person
desires to serve God by serving God's children. Secondly, the humble person
has an overwhelming need to serve out of love for his fellows. With balanced
humility you see the world as your home and you crave to do your part as a
member of the family. You seek not to be put above your fellows as if you
have something they do not, no. You seek not to be set apart as special or
as chosen by God. You will minister and be ministered to.

The imbalanced minister receives not service from his fellows, for after all
with 'his' wisdom, why would he need it? I understand those who feel
undeserving might reject personal ministry, but that is a subject for
another time.

The Master went about doing good as he passed by. He did not build a great
temple to call all those who were in need, no. He did not disrespect his
fellows by treating them as if they were beneath Him. He engaged them to
participate in their own well-being, their own ministry. He also asked for
help when He needed it.

This week I ask you to journal on this statement: "He who would be greatest
in the Kingdom must become server of all." Is that even possible in this
mortal life? Think about when you do serve your fellows--what is the reason
you do it? What do you receive from serving? What do you receive from
maintaining balanced humility? Do you allow yourself to be ministered to,
not only by your fellows, but your Father? Does pride or fear of looking
weak keep you from receiving help? How does allowing your fellows to help
you--help them? A few questions

CALVIN: I would like to welcome some people here for the record, Todd back
with us, John's brother from Atlanta, and Vivian, a friend of Ellen W.,
Wendy, a friend of Tectra, again Heidi, Sarauna's daughter. I think that is
all.

ABRAHAM: Greetings. Feel free to ask questions.

SIMON: Abraham, in serving for the right reasons, I wonder if you would go a
little more into that aspect?
ABRAHAM: Much of the time Jesus served out of His compassion for people, His
love for them, yes. He could easily put Himself in their position and truly
feel what they felt. His love for them drove Him to bring them relief. He
also wanted to teach by example, to do good to someone then that someone to
pass it on. He created a forward momentum of positive energy to those who
would have it. He was also on a mission or quest to reveal the Father to men
and women, to expose His lighthearted countenance and willingness to do
good. He made people wonder what was the source within Him that so inspired
Him. Is this answering? (Yes. It is a very beautiful expansion. Thank you.)

CALVIN: Abraham, how would you advise the Mission right now in our second
phase of stepping out in a Mission calling, more acting out or perhaps
another view point being discussed, remaining cautious and listening to
these daily living lessons and applying them as we pass by? I think you know
the impact of my question.

ABRAHAM: Are you speaking about when or if to take action concerning the
Mission? (In part, yes.)

SIMON: Can I expand on that same question? How active to be in putting
forward some of the, lets say evangelical or organized administerial
activities, something along those lines?

DIANNA: Can I expand on that? What's the difference between being open and
be teachable in reflecting Father? For as you were saying, Jesus served as
He passed by and being an living example of Father's truth versus reaching
out in feeling the need to correct, which is what I think Calvin is saying,
another or the world based on those truths? What is the best way to respond?
Do you live it as an example or do you keep quiet or read between the lines
or allow them to have their experience? How far do you counsel your brothers
and sisters on your take of it, if at all? (This question is from a
combination of Dianna, Calvin and Simon.)

ABRAHAM: Understood. I guess the first question I would ask myself if I were
to spot an injustice or situation that seemed to need attention is, "what
are my motives for needing to react? Am I trying to assist or control? Am I
serving from a fearful standpoint or am I feeling spirit led to speak up?" I
do see some of these Mission situations to be taking too much energy and
attention. "Will I speak up to aid my fellows in how I see fit and proper or
can I be patient in allowing spirit guidance?" You must look at the possible
outcome of your actions. Do you foresee spiritual fruits or further
aggravation? Remember you cannot really save or enlighten anybody. You can
only express your own understanding. You cannot sway the masses. You cannot
bring people to their senses. I cannot say when or if you should take action
in these situations, but if you truly believe you are helping the whole,
then by all means participate. If you are acting out of a competitive
nature, then allow time to purify your thoughts and motives. Am I answering
the three of you?

CALVIN: I think perfectly and I think for so many others reading your answer
can receive great help. That is beautiful. I can see so much help from that
answer. Yes. Thank you. (We all agree.)

ABRAHAM: Well done, for everyone's participation. I understand your deep and
abiding love for Michael and His cause. I know you only want what is right
and true. Understood. Yes. One more question.

BILL: How do you balance our God given talents and expressing them
completely, regardless of how others appreciate it or that they think you
are possibly acting out of pride, or expressing your talents completely
without stepping into becoming prideful?

ABRAHAM: I think I understand. How do you continue to express your talents
without being held back by others opinions? (Right.) And how do you not
cross the line of pride and ego by taking credit for your God given talent?
Yes? (Yes.) Good question. It is difficult without understanding the actual
talent, but there have been many artists who were ridiculed and thought
insane. Creative outlet is a spiritual expression, and if one is devoted to
God, he creates for God. It matters not what his fellows say because his
creation is for God. To take credit though for your spiritual inspirations
is a good way to lose spiritual inspiration. When one verges into the ego it
closes off that creative circuit and one becomes blocked and out of ideas.
If one creates to bring joy and glory to God he almost despises any praise
from his fellows. That is a person with balanced humility. Is this helping?
(Yes)

I will take my leave. I would express to you my unending love and affection
for you each. I feel so blessed to be your friend and teacher. My love goes
with you. Until next week, shalom.