Together, We Light the Way

Click link to go to:
Previous Article • Next Article
Together We Light the Way Index

Study of Text, C 14: VI. The Light of Communication, P 7. 5-12-17

VI. The Light of Communication, P 7

Journal

As I read this, I think about talking to a friend of mine about her life. First I listen to what she is saying to me. If I listen with the ego, I will hear only what I understand through my ego mind. For instance, she might tell me about a dear person in her life who died, and what I hear are my beliefs about death. I will hear how I would feel if it happened to me. My response to her might be helpful or it might now help at all.

If on the other hand, I step back as my ego self and allow the Holy Spirit to interpret her words, I will discern the meaning that she is really trying to convey. I will hear the Holy Spirit’s interpretation of her words, and when I respond, I will say something that will actually help or comfort her.

This applies to all communication. On Facebook, I saw someone attacking people he does not agree with. I had many thoughts about this. I could see his error and based on my own experiences and beliefs, I imagined myself contacting this person and convincing him to see this differently. But, I have had enough experience with ego thinking to recognize it when I see it in myself. I let it go.

Evidently, I just let it go in form, because when I began my prayers, I found myself thinking of this person again, and wishing I could somehow help in this situation. Perhaps because I was already in my right mind and open to Holy Spirit, something truly helpful was communicated.

In my prayers, I visualize myself standing in the circle of Atonement with Jesus. I think of each person who has asked for prayers and knowing that no one should be left alone in their guilt, I see them standing with us in that holy circle. There in the circle, all is healed by Love. On this morning when that man came into my consciousness, I felt such love for him and such desire for his inclusion in the circle, that I knew I was offering a miracle.

There was no ego desire to change him. I simply could not imagine leaving him alone in his guilt, and all I wanted was for him to know how loved and perfect he was. That is the difference between communication directed by ego, and communication through the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit went through my mind discarding all egocentric thoughts based on fear, and all that was left was love. This love is what He communicated through me.

© 2017, Pathways of Light. https://www.pathwaysoflight.org
You may freely share copies of this with your friends, provided this notice is included.

Tell a friend about this article.

Printable Page

<< Back to main page of Together, We Light the Way

Has this page been helpful to you?
Your contribution to support this site is greatly appreciated. To make a tax deductible contribution with a credit/debit card, click here.
Click here to donate from your PayPal account.
Or send a check to Pathways of Light, 12530 Lions Chase Court, Huntley, IL 60142.