CONSCIOUSNESS
The Psychological Drama of Life
Life's drama unfolds internally, in the realm of consciousness and desire. Outward actions are merely reflections of inner states. Everyone is 'guilty' of…
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The drama of life is psychological, and everyone is guilty of lust for personal gain. Why should we be shocked and offended when we see injustice in high places? All of our officials are guilty, for - by example of those above them - they are encouraged to use their vocation for personal gain. This very night there are those earning a fortune, giving lectures on subjects they know nothing of, and the halls will be filled, because they have publicized themselves. Everyone wants to go see, touch, and hear, one who is known in the world of Caesar.
Life's drama unfolds internally, in the realm of consciousness and desire. Outward actions are merely reflections of inner states. Everyone is 'guilty' of inner desires for personal gain, making external judgment hypocritical. The world of Caesar (external reality) is driven by superficiality and the pursuit of fame, which is ultimately meaningless.
Truth The Word Of God
One must see the whole vast world as a psychological drama. You may think you have never committed adultery, but the moment you lust after anything, the stage is set by your imaginal act. Restraining the impulse is not good enough. The moment you have the impulse to steal, the act is committed. The impulse to hurt is the act of hurting. You may be afraid to carry out any act, but when the impulse appears, the act is committed. Once you understand this, you will forgive all, for there is only one son (who you are), doing your Father’s will.
Life is a psychological drama where all actions originate from imaginal acts and impulses. The mere impulse to commit an act is, in the spiritual sense, the act itself. Understanding this leads to universal forgiveness, recognizing that all are aspects of the 'one son' fulfilling the Father's will.