A Course in Miracles Workbook Lesson #154
“I am among the ministers of God.”
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| "I'm Listening - At Crystal Bridges Museum" photo by Aaron Springston |
A few days ago I wrote about women asking me if I suffered the same age-related symptoms they did and the fact that I didn't feel I could be quiet any longer, but must speak from the heart to them. The workbook lesson today reinforces my feeling that Truth is to be both lived and given to others. Now, whether this giving is through spoken words or silent emanations is yet another topic, one which I feel is addressed today. And interestingly, a man I'd never met before came into the gallery and began telling me about his prostate problems and the fact that he had found no relief except through smoking marijuana. As much as I hoped this was a time I would hear the calling to keep my mouth shut, it was not to be. And so we had a rather lengthy discussion, with him telling me things I didn't want to hear and me occasionally interjecting Truth as I heard it given to me. Whew! Often it would be easier to turn our back on what we are led to do, to follow a well-worn path or retreat into oblivion, but it is so much more interesting and fulfilling to listen and be led in paths not only untrod but unknown! Some of my friends don't understand that my gallery is a haven in any number of ways, but another friend tells me it's my "ministry". And so it is.
Mary Baker Eddy quote:
“Millions of unprejudiced minds--simple seekers for Truth, weary wanderers, athirst in the desert--are waiting and watching for rest and drink. Give them a cup of cold water in Christ's name, and never fear the consequences.”
Science & Health Page 570:14-17
