POSTSCRIPT TO BOOK ONE -
THE CRYSTAL PATH
TORRENT
Nothing within our existence is stationary;
unchanging; or static; rather it is like a
spring torrent – rushing uncontainable,
forming then shifting, becoming again,
zestful, unhampered or directed by what
was or what should be: and, so it is, with
each moment of life, appearing robust
then in pieces shattered, only to be restored,
formed, captured, and forgotten, as swiftly
as it is generated profoundly once more;
and in this, with this torrent, we seek
to slow the pace, find a meaning, a common
thread, holding on for dear life, wishing for
stasis, when none exists, until, with reflection
and careful meditation, our pursuit of order
and control gives way to a giving in, releasing,
an allowing, and we understand our place
in the motion and being of this torrent;
one not separate; contained; not impacted by –
we, the momentum rather than the moved.
NOE G. 4.20.2016
A MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Be thirsty for the ultimate water.
Then be ready for what will come
pouring from the stream.
Closing Stanza of Having Nothing –
Rumi’s Poem
from A Year With Rumi
Translated by Coleman Barks
As we end Book One of this Finding God On The Train Story series titled The Crystal Path – Quest For A Positive, Personal Spirituality which elucidates my spiritual quest as it has intersected with the message from God on the train: and as each reader personally decides to detrain at this juncture, or possibly, remain on board to continue this spiritual train quest - transitioning to Book Two of the Finding God On The Train Story series titled Mind Control – The Control Of Consciousness, it is worth pausing for a moment to reexamine our original objectives - mine as the author, and yours as the reader, assessing our forward progress.
I will start. Based on my actual and on-going quest, I wanted to share my experiences, the message I received, and the path I have pursued in seeking a “positive,” personal spirituality. Most importantly, I wanted to encourage those who felt so inclined, to stretch for a personal connection with God, to listen for God’s guidance, and, hopefully, share this with all of us in the future.
Along the way, I have structured and organized the message of this Finding God On The Train Story; which as I received it, I felt urged to convey on the blog and include in this book series. En route, hoping to ascertain whether a set of usable spiritual tools or templates, existed that we all might adapt to accelerate and enliven our efforts: the Crystal Path framework unfolded, finding form as I drafted Chapter Six. In truth, much of the message I received and have communicated in this book reverberates the guidance and wisdom of the great mystical traditions through the ages. I have worked to lay this out, so it is functional and usable in today’s world.
In addition, reflecting on the compassion and kindness of the tone of the message received on the train, I have felt personally compelled to move the spirituality I present in this and future publications, away from the characterization of a harsh, uncaring God, who seems overly concerned with retribution rather than transformation: stepping clearly beyond the painful fixation on sin – original or self-created, evil, and guilt. Most importantly, I want every one of us to realize; fully, that we are not alone – rather, we are joined in our consciousness with a loving, encouraging, supportive God at all times.
As a representative of all the readers who are, have, or will be reading this Finding God On The Train Story, I sincerely hope you have found, and will continue to find, what you may need to assist with your spiritual quest. I also realize that my approach - offering this guidance without encouraging readers that this is “the way,” the only way - leads to some personal confusion: basically, how is the reader to approach all of this material; that is, as a guide, as a formal approach, as a dogma or doctrine, or maybe, like a manual. Now, here is where I will add to the confusion, and tell you I believe it is all of the above, some of the above, or none of the above, depending on the needs of the particular reader/seeker. The more I consider it, the more it reminds me of one of those Sufi tales that can be read on multiple levels. To be honest with you, I am still working to answer this question for myself.
I have been so blessed to have this opportunity to present the message of this Finding God On The Train Story. I wish for you, and all you love, heaven on earth – with all the joy, peace, love, and happiness you desire and deserve.
WITH LOVE, G.
WHEN GOD IS POURING
Let us not expect less when more
pertains, driven by some foolish
notion of our worthiness, or a confused
impression of appropriate desire –
instead; when God is pouring, may
we lift our most substantial cup,
to capture every intended drop.
As we do this, may our twisted
notions of scarcity and self-denial
seem pointless in the strong and
ample flow of God’s favor – the heavy
drops of good fortune, the abundant
grace anointing us.
Far and wide, let us strip any and all
limitations that we adhere to a boundless
God, prepared to receive even more
than this, if so ordained – replacing
joy for temperance, wonder for frugality,
heaven on earth for simple accommodation.
AT G. 1.26.2015
FOR THOSE CONTINUING ON
Next stop - Book Two of the Finding God On The Train Story – Mind Control - The Control Of Consciousness, is intended to expand the discussion introduced here in Book One - The Crystal Path, with a practical focus on key mind control techniques and approaches that each of us can readily apply and utilize to improve, not only our spiritual pursuit of happiness, but also our secular day-to-day happiness and mental health.
Book Two provides a more advanced and in-depth focus on actual mind control, mindfulness, and control of consciousness techniques and approaches, along with guidance on incorporating the seven facets of consciousness into the reader’s personal, positive approach to spirituality. If we did nothing else, but incorporate the control of consciousness in our lives, we would take a giant step towards our spiritual and physical well-being.
We will arrive at our destination with Book Three of the Finding God On The Train Story series – to be titled God Consciousness And The Divinity Within; the final book in this Finding God On The Train Story series, where we will, together, focus on God Consciousness and its relationship to our internal divinity.
NEXT STOP – MIND CONTROL
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