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#1273 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sun Jul 4, 2010 12:47 pm
Subject: life & lesson: What does it mean to be a Spiritual Person?
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What Does it Mean to be a Spiritual Person?
By Dr. Margaret Paul

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*People often confuse spirituality with religion. People can be both religious and spiritual, but it is also possible to be religious without being spiritual, or to be spiritual without being religious.  Discover the difference in this article.*

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You go to church every Sunday and you say your prayers every day. Does this mean you are a spiritual person?  No.

You practice yoga and meditate every day. Does this mean you are a spiritual person?  No.

You belong to spiritual group and are devoted to following the teachings of the group. Does this mean you are a spiritual person? No.

What, then, does it mean to be a spiritual person?

Being a spiritual person is synonymous with being a person whose highest priority is to be loving to oneself and others. A spiritual person cares  about people, animals, and the planet. A spiritual person knows that we are all one, and consciously attempts to honor this oneness. A spiritual person is a kind person.

So, you can go to church every Sunday and say your prayers every day, without caring about loving yourself, others and the planet. You can practice yoga and meditate every day without being conscious of what is loving and what is not loving in your thoughts and actions. You can belong to a spiritual group and devotedly follow the teachings, yet still be judgmental toward yourself and others in your daily life.

There are many people who do not practice a religion, who do not meditate, pray or belong to any group, who are very spiritual people. These people naturally do caring things for others. They think about how they can help. Their thoughts are kind rather than judgmental toward themselves and toward others. When you look at them, you see their kindness in their eyes.

There are many religious people who are anything but kind. We all know of religious people who are extremely judgmental, righteous, and outright mean. Can you be both religious and spiritual? Of course! But only when you are operating in your religion from your heart rather than from the learned dogma of your mind.

Years ago I very briefly attended a "spiritual" group. People would meet in an auditorium to hear the leader of the group speak. The second time I attended I heard a number of parents yelling at their children and judging them to try to control them. These parents were being anything but kind with their children. That was the last time I attended the spiritual group. The focus of the group was surrender to God, but love was rarely in the picture!  They obviously had a very different experience of God than I did.

My experience of God is that God is the energy of Love that created us and sustains us. In my experience, "God is Spirit" (John 4:24) and "God is love" (1 John 4:16). Anything that is not of love, peace, joy, truth and kindness is not of God. Praying to God does not mean that you are allowing the spirit that is God - the love, peace, joy, truth and kindness that is God - to guide your thoughts and actions.
 
Practicing yoga or meditating does not mean that you have invited the love that is God into your heart, or that you are turning to that ever-present love to learn about what is in your highest good, and the highest good of others and the planet.
 
If you want to be a spiritual person, then let kindness be your guiding light -kindness toward yourself, toward others, toward animals, and toward this beautiful planet that is our home. Recognize that we all have the spark of love that is God within us, and  learn to honor that love so that you can know and experience the Oneness of all that is.
Practicing Inner Bonding and learning to be kind to yourself inevitably leads to kindness to others. Inner Bonding is a powerful spiritual path.

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#1275 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Tue Jul 6, 2010 12:58 pm
Subject: Fw: TRUE FRIEND
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True Friend

 
We all have friends. A lot gets talked about friendships. Everyone wants a true friend, and many of us believe that we have a friend who can be called a true friend. What kind of relations do friends share? When can we call a friend a true friend, and when can our friends take us as their true friend. After a romantic relationship, friendships are the most important relationships we can have. Though all of us have family and distant family, most of us rely on friends for advice, comfort and inspiration. How do we define a relation that can be called as one of true friendship?
The very first sign of a very good friend, not necessarily a true friend is that we are not worried about courtesies. You will call your friend at any hour and talk without any thought of time in your mind. Similarly, whenever you need support, you will call a very good friend and ask him/her to help you out. They expect the same from you. Another important trait of such relations is that we are not much worried about exposing ourselves. We speak about everything in our mind without worrying about what our friends will think. We are sure that they will take our talk in the spirit it was made. We are unguarded and open with friends in our talk.
A true friend is a little more than a very good friend. A true friend will support you even if it hurts his/her own interest. A true friend will understand your motives and needs and will be with you without any analysis or criticism. A true friend will come forward to help without any request and be with us in need without showing it or expecting anything in return. With a true friend, you can be sure that you will get help to the extent possible by him/her. Nothing will remain unturned. A mother is a true friend of her children. If we share such relations with an adult we can say that we are true friends.
A true friend makes no excuses of having work or appointments or anything but will be with you whenever you need him/her. In your hour of desperation, a true friend will support you even if the whole world opposes you. A true friend is not an opportunist. A true friend means to have someone who is like mother, as I said earlier. Instead of having hundreds of good friends, if you have a true friend, treat yourself lucky. If you can also become a true friend of someone, you will be blessed, because it is much easier for all of us to expect but very difficult to give. Be a true friend yourself first.



#1277 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Fri Jul 9, 2010 4:15 am
Subject: Alphabet of Happiness...
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 Alphabet of Happiness...

"Alphabet of Happiness," written and designed by Bobette Bryan, 2000
 

A--Accept
Accept others for who they are and for the choices they've made even if you have difficulty understanding their beliefs, motives, or actions.

B--Break Away
Break away from everything that stands in the way of what you hope to accomplish with your life.

C--Create
Create a family of friends whom you can share your hopes, dreams, sorrows, and happiness with.

D--Decide
Decide that you'll be successful and happy come what may, and good things will find you. The roadblocks are only minor obstacles along the way.

E--Explore
Explore and experiment. The world has much to offer, and you have much to give. And every time you try something new, you'll learn more about yourself.

F--Forgive
Forgive and forget. Grudges only weigh you down and inspire unhappiness and grief. Soar above it, and remember that everyone makes mistakes.

G--Grow
Leave the childhood monsters behind. They can no longer hurt you or stand in your way.

H--Hope
Hope for the best and never forget that anything is possible as long as you remain dedicated to the task.

I--Ignore
Ignore the negative voice inside your head. Focus instead on your goals and remember your accomplishments. Your past success is only a small inkling of what the future holds.

J--Journey
Journey to new worlds, new possibilities, by remaining open-minded. Try to learn something new every day, and you'll grow.

K--Know
Know that no matter how bad things seem, they'll always get better. The warmth of spring always follows the harshest winter.

L--Love
Let love fill your heart instead of hate. When hate is in your heart, there's room for nothing else, but when love is in your heart, there's room for endless happiness.

M--Manage
Manage your time and your expenses wisely, and you'll suffer less stress and worry. Then you'll be able to focus on the important things in life.

N--Notice
Never ignore the poor, infirm, helpless, weak, or suffering. Offer your assistance when possible, and always your kindness and understanding.

O--Open
Open your eyes and take in all the beauty around you. Even during the worst of times, there's still much to be thankful for.

P--Play
Never forget to have fun along the way. Success means nothing without happiness.

Q--Question
Ask many questions, because you're here to learn.

R--Relax
Refuse to let worry and stress rule your life, and remember that things always have a way of working out in the end.

S--Share
Share your talent, skills, knowledge, and time with others. Everything that you invest in others will return to you many times over.

T--Try
Even when your dreams seem impossible to reach, try anyway. You'll be amazed by what you can accomplish.

U--Use
Use your gifts to your best ability. Talent that's wasted has no value. Talent that's used will bring unexpected rewards.

V--Value
Value the friends and family members who've supported and encouraged you, and be there for them as well.

W--Work
Work hard every day to be the best person you can be, but never feel guilty if you fall short of your goals. Every sunrise offers a second chance.

X--X-Ray
Look deep inside the hearts of those around you and you'll see the goodness and beauty within.

Y--Yield
Yield to commitment. If you stay on track and remain dedicated, you'll find success at the end of the road.


Z--Zoom

Zoom to a happy place when bad memories or sorrow rears its ugly head. Let nothing interfere with your goals. Instead, focus on your abilities, your dreams, and a brighter tomorrow.

 

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#1278 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Tue Jul 6, 2010 1:20 pm
Subject: life & lesson: The Lord Test
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THE LORD'S TEST


I woke up this morning and knew that today,
The sun would not be shining and the clouds would be gray.
As I stepped outside, rain fell upon my head.
My car wouldn't start so I walked to school instead.


I forgot all of my assignments
I failed all of my tests.
I dropped my head in disgust and asked the Lord for one request.
"Lord, why is it that things won't go my way?"


He gently replied, "Dear child it is because you didn't thank me yesterday.
I woke you up and enabled you to see the sun again.
I gave you shelter, protected your family, and even let you make a new
friend.
I blessed you far greater than I ever had before.


But you were too busy to thank me once more.
You didn't feel sick because I maintained your health.
You had money in your pocket because I maintained your wealth.
You had shoes on you feet and clothes to wear, too.


You had plenty of food to eat and what did you do?
You ignored me and went about your tasks.
But when you wanted something you never hesitated to ask.
I was there when you needed me and that wasn't too long ago.


But when things started going your way, it was me you did not know.
As if that weren't enough, I provided your favorite luxuries.
This was something I didn't have to do-they weren't even necessities.
And when it was time to get on your knees and show your gratitude,


You decided that after such a fulfilling day, you weren't in the mood.
So I decided to give you just a little test.
To show you how it would feel to stop being blessed."
I began to realize what the Lord was saying..


He said, "My child, you have learned and you know I do forgive.
But remember to remember this day as long as you shall live.
I love filling your life with joy, and your pain I'll alleviate it.
But just a simple thank you would show how much you appreciate it."


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#1279 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Fri Jul 9, 2010 4:30 am
Subject: Time Tested Beauty Tips....
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Time Tested Beauty Tips

For attractive lips, speak words of kindness.

For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people.

For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.

For beautiful hair, let a child run his or her fingers through it once a day.

For poise, walk with the knowledge you'll never walk alone.

People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed; Never throw out anybody.

Remember, If you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.

As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.

The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.

The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mole, but true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows, and the beauty of a woman with passing years only grows!

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#1280 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Fri Jul 9, 2010 3:12 pm
Subject: life & lesson: The ONION
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THE ONION


I was an onion before Christ set me free.
Layers upon layers of iniquity.
An ugly old onion whose fragrance was strong;
That my Jesus bought and loved all along.


Unknown to me what He was going to do.
Of what He was planning, I had not a clue.
Pulling each layer off one by one.
In order to make me more like Jesus the Son.


The first layer wasn't so bad.
I saw all the sins that I knew I had.
They were easy to fix, just change the way I talk.
And learn more of how He wanted me to walk.


Reading His Word, and learning again;
How to put aside my life of sin.
But the next layer was pulled which hurt more.
He was getting closer to the core.


Unknown what He would find there.
I simply gave it to Him in prayer.
As another layer was removed, He started to cry;
Pulling this layer brought pain to my Father on High.


And I was crying over the sadness I felt;
The brokenness and all of the guilt.
Past memories that I thought were gone;
They were buried under layers disguised in a fragrance so strong.


As onions peel more and more;
And they put tears in our eyes as we get close to the core;
So my Father wept over my pain;
Giving me a balm of comfort and strength to sustain.


"No More Layers." I would scream.
As He continued to peel them off of me.
"I'll have nothing left my Lord, what will I do?
I'll be nothing but a worthless core to you. "


But He just said "Trust me," and continued to peel
I was sure He was blinded to my pain that was so real.
Year after year I shrunk more and more;
Until all that was left of this onion was a core.


It was then that I began to understand;
As the Lord embraced me in His loving hand.
He said, now and only now can you be;
The creation that will minister before me.


Clothed with the righteousness only from above;
Gone are your layers of self so you can be filled with my love.
He took my layers of sin, hurt and pain;
And clothed me with love, truth and mercy in His name.


Yes, we are all onions, learning with each day;
How to overcome as each layer is taken away.
Some layers tear and pull at our heart;
While others grieve us to our innermost part.


But we are nothing but an ugly onion without Christ.
Layers upon layers of pride, sin and strife.
Only God can take those layers away.
And clothe us with His righteousness in that final day.


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#1281 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Fri Jul 9, 2010 11:27 pm
Subject: Follow Your Dream..
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Follow Your Dream... 
Trouble arrives in measures,
And we stack it up real high,
Until we're convinced,
We have no reason to try.
If you feel defeated,
You're absolutely wrong,
For if you follow your dream,
You could never lose for long.
Ignore the minor set-backs
That pile up and trouble you,
Or you will build a mountain,
Out of the stones hurled at you.
The future holds great promise,
Your destiny unknown,
But God is always helping,
And you're never alone.
Soar bravely toward your goal.
Let nothing darken the way.
You can change your tomorrow,
If you seek your dream today.
 
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#1282 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Fri Jul 9, 2010 11:24 pm
Subject: "Always " (Have a Bless Weekend:)
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Have a Bless Weekend

Always.....

God will be with you today.
As you open your eyes to a new day,
He'll light up the sky with sunshine
To remind you how much
He loves you.
He'll be your strength through every hour.
He'll bring you many warm smiles
And unexpected pleasures throughout the day.
His love will keep you warm
And shelter you from all harm.

God will be with you tonight.
As you close your weary eyes in sleep,
He'll light up the sky with stars
To remind you that he's
Always there for you.
He'll watch over you as you sleep,
Touching your soul with a peace
That could only come from heaven,
And filling your dreams with a spark of hope
That will remain with you when you awake.

God will be with you tomorrow.
He'll be with you always.
And every day, he'll remind you,
In many different ways,
That he's your eternal light.
 
 
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#1283 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Mon Jul 12, 2010 9:10 am
Subject: Heart Prints (inspiration)
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Heart Prints

Whatever our hands touch---
We leave fingerprints!
On walls, on furniture,
On doorknobs, dishes, books,
As we touch we leave our identity.
Oh please where ever I go today,
Help me leave heart prints!
Heart prints of compassion
Of understanding and love.
Heart prints of kindness
And genuine concern.
May my heart touch a lonely neighbor
Or a runaway daughter,
Or an anxious mother,
Or, perhaps, a dear friend!
I shall go out today
To leave heart prints,
And if someone should say
"I felt your touch,"
May that one sense be...
YOUR LOVE
 
 
 
 
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#1285 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sun Jul 11, 2010 12:34 pm
Subject: life & lesson: learn from the Wisdom of the Wolves
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Wisdom of Wolves
by Twyman Towery

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The attitude of the wolf can be summed up simply: it is a constant visualization of success. The collective wisdom of wolves has been progressively programmed into their genetic makeup throughout the centuries. Wolves have mastered the technique of focusing their energies toward the activities that will lead to the accomplishment of their goals.



Wolves do not aimlessly run around their intended victims, yipping and yapping. They have a strategic plan and execute it through constant communication. When the moment of truth arrives, each understands his role and understands exactly what the pack expects of him.



The wolf does not depend on luck. The cohesion, teamwork and training of the pack determines whether the pack lives or dies.



There is a silly maxim in some organizations that everyone, to be a valuable member, must aspire to be the leader. This is personified by the misguided CEO who says he only hires people who say they want to take his job. Evidently, this is supposed to ensure that the person has ambition, courage, spunk, honesty, drive - whatever. In reality, it is simply a contrived situation, with the interviewee jumping through the boss's hoops. It sends warnings of competition and one-upmanship throughout the organization rather than signals of cooperation, teamwork and loyalty.



Everyone does not strive to be the leader in the wolf pack. Some are consummate hunters or caregivers or jokesters, but each seems to gravitate to the role he does best. This is not to say there are not challenges to authority, position and status - there are. But each wolf's role begins emerging from playtime as a pup and refines itself through the rest of its years. The wolf's attitude is always based upon the question, "What is best for the pack?" This is in marked contrast to us humans, who will often sabotage our organizations, families or businesses, if we do not get what we want.



Wolves are seldom truly threatened by other animals. By constantly engaging their senses and skills, they are practically unassailable. They are masters of planning for the moment of opportunity to present itself, and when it does, they are ready to act.



Because of training, preparation, planning, communication and a preference for action, the wolf's expectation is always to be victorious. While in actuality this is true only 10 percent of the time or less, the wolf's attitude is always that success will come-and it does.




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#1286 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Mon Jul 19, 2010 4:34 am
Subject: The Best Medicine In The World Is Right In Front Of You
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The Best Medicine In The World Is Right In Front Of You

 
       Lolo Carding and Lola Caring met each other in their old age, fell in love, and decided to get married.
       Their age? Lolo Carding was 81 and Lola Caring was 79.
       One day, while walking in a mall, they passed by a big drugstore.
       Lolo Carding told his fiancé, “Let’s go in.”
       They met the woman behind the counter. Lolo Carding asked, “Do you sell heart medication?”
       The woman said, “Yes, Lolo.”
       “Medicine for arthritis?” Lolo Carding asked.
       The woman nodded her head, “Plenty, Lolo.”
       “How about medicine for memory problems, back pains, osteoporosis, constipation, high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes?”
       The woman smiled, “Yes, we have all those medicines, Lolo.”
       “Do you also sell wheelchairs and walkers?”
       “We have many brands, Lolo.”
       Lolo Carding and Lola Caring smiled at each other . . .
 
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#1287 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Mon Jul 19, 2010 1:40 pm
Subject: Biography of Mrs. Hak Ja Han Moon
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Mrs. Hak Ja Han Moon, the International President of the Women's Federation for World Peace, has dedicated her life to the quest for peace. Together with her husband, Reverend Sun Myung Moon, she works with heads of state, Nobel Peace prizewinners and religious and internationally renowned artists to bring about a future world of peace. 

Childhood and Family Life

Hak Ja Han Moon

Mrs. Moon was born in the village of Sinli in the Anju District, now called North Korea, on January 6 (lunar), 1943. Her mother, Mrs. Hong, was an earnest Christian and her father was a disciple of a famous preacher, Rev. Young Do Lee. The North Korean Communists persecuted their family, and in 1948, when Mrs. Moon was 5 years old, she and her mother were arrested by Communist police and jailed for 11 days. 

After their release, Mrs. Moon, her mother and her grandmother fled their village in the middle of the night. They went to Taegu where they lived through the Korean War and where Mrs. Moon was reared in a religious environment. 

The family later moved to Choon Chun, where Mrs. Moon's uncle was living, and she soon graduated from elementary school in that city. During this period, Mrs. Moon, along with her mother, joined the newly formed Unification Church. Five years after joining, on April 11, 1960, the young Mrs. Moon married the church's founder, the Reverend Sun Myung Moon. She stands as co-founder of the Unification Church, equal in stature to her husband. 


Devoted Wife, Mother and Grandmother 

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Mrs. Moon is a devoted wife, the mother of 14 children and the grandmother of more than 40 grandchildren. She is known for her extraordinary compassion, capability, grace and charm. Above all, she is exemplary as a woman who has a created a God-centered marriage and family of three generations.


Leadership to Strengthen Families


RFK stadium Blessing
Blessing at RFK Stadium, Washington, D.C.

The heart and soul of Reverend and Mrs. Moon's lifelong ministry is the re-establishment of God's ideal of the family as the foundation for harmonious societies and the cornerstone of world peace. The Marriage Blessing movement, which began with the marriage of three couples in 1960, has reached millions of couples worldwide. Mrs. Moon and her husband presided over the marriage blessings in Washington, DC's RFK stadium in 1997, in Madison Square Garden in 1998 and in Seoul's Olympic Stadium and other venues in successive years ever since. 

A Woman of International Peace and Good Will

In 1968, the Reverend Moon established the Professors World Peace Academy in Korea, and in 1972 the first International Conference on the Unity of the Sciences was held. These and similar organizations have attracted the participation of scholars, scientists and leaders in the fields of religion, the media, government and the arts, including numerous Nobel Laureates. Mrs. Moon played a crucial role in all of these developments, where her compassionate friendship complements her husband's challenging vision. 

Through addressing informal gatherings of women at these activities, Mrs. Moon began to make her appearance in the public sphere. Her speeches included the Address to the Women of the World Media Conference (October 1981) and the Address to the Women of the International Conference on the Unity of the Sciences (November 1981). Mrs.  Moon moved forward on the world stage for the promotion of God-centered values in 1989 when the Soviet media interviewed her. Her interview appeared in the Religion and Society section of Za Rubezhom (June 12, 1989). 


Meeting with Mikhail Gorbachev in the Soviet Union and President Kim Il Sung in North Korea

Mikhail Gorbachev and Kim Il Sung
The following year, Reverend and Mrs. Moon met with Mikhail Gorbachev. This extraordinary event, which took place in the Kremlin on their 30th wedding anniversary, April 11, 1990, initiated an educational exchange, which has been developing ever since. 
Then, in December of 1991, Mrs. Moon put her life on the line when she and her husband traveled to North Korea to meet with President Kim Il Sung for the purpose of uniting the two Koreas. That meeting also has led to many ongoing projects to facilitate the peaceful union of the North and South Korea. 

International President of the Women's Federation for World Peace

In 1992, Mrs. Moon, together with her husband, founded the Women's Federation for World Peace (WFWP). Mrs. Moon was named its International President. She invested all her energy into developing a global base for the new organization, giving the Federation's inaugural speech in 113 cities in 12 countries and in three different languages within an eight-month period. This impressive accomplishment was surpassed in 1993, during which she spoke in 43 nations and in all 50 of the United States. 

Tokyo Dome
Mrs. Moon speaks in Tokyo Dome, Japan
The Women's Federation was officially inaugurated on April 10, 1992, when, despite inclement weather, 150,000 women from 72 countries gathered at Seoul Olympic Stadium. Following this international rally, Mrs. Moon spoke in cities and towns throughout Korea. That fall, speaking in Japanese, Mrs. Moon addressed a rally of 50,000 women in the Tokyo Dome. Subsequently, she delivered speeches to large audiences in Nagoya, Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Sendai and Sapporo. Later that year, Mrs. Moon continued her worldwide campaign with an eight-city tour of America in eight consecutive days. 

Following her U.S. tour, Mrs. Moon spoke in eight more cities in Germany, Great Britain, France, Italy and finally in Moscow. She also visited the Pacific Rim, where she spoke in Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines before addressing 200 leaders of the Women's Federation of China (no relationship to WFWP) at Beijing's Great Hall of the People.

Mrs. Moon at United Nations
Mrs. Moon speaks in United Nations
In July of 1993, after speaking throughout America, Mrs. Moon's tour culminated with addresses on Capitol Hill and at the United Nations, delivering a message of peace and religious reconciliation. While crisscrossing the continent, she was welcomed by hundreds of public officials from Maine to Hawaii, including 35 governors, 131 mayors, 25 US senators and hundreds of prominent citizens and organizations. 

Leaders who praised the tour included Ms. Maureen Reagan, Mrs. Coretta Scott King, Dr. Cecil Murray and Reverend Jerry Falwell. A call for the declaration of National Parents Day was entered into the Congressional Record in both the US Senate and House, and the California State Senate issued a Certificate of Recognition. President Bill Clinton signed into law a bill authorizing the last Sunday in July be recognized as, "National Parents Day." In dozens of states and cities, the day of her speech was declared the "National Parents Day," the "Day of Women and World Peace," or "Hak Ja Han Moon Day." 

Senator Orrin Hatch introduced her to the audience of US Senators, Congressmen, their aides and other dignitaries on Capitol Hill in the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The culmination of the American tour came when Mrs. Moon spoke to ambassadors, counselors, attachs, and UN representatives and other prominent guests during a conference at the United Nations. His Excellency Stoyan Ganev, President of the United Nations General Assembly, introduced her. Ambassadors from 67 nations were in attendance with nearly 100 nations represented in total. 


Leading the Way for the Renewal of the United Nations

Mrs. Moon
Today, Mrs. Moon and her husband, the Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, are proposing a revitalized, renewed United Nations with the help of the newly-established Universal Peace Federation (UPF), with more than 50,000 diplomats, clergy, civic leaders, current and former heads of state appointed as Ambassadors for Peace. Among the prominent current initiatives of the UPF is the Middle East Peace Initiative. Thousands of religious leaders have journeyed to Israel and Palestine to urge the children of Abraham to unite in peace. The UPF has also been active in disaster relief after Hurricane Katrina. It is fighting against the spread of AIDS and encouraging youth to work for peace through sports and community service. 


A Sportswoman and Patron of the Arts 
Mrs. Moon shares with her husband a great love of the outdoors. Fishing is one of their favorite pastimes, and she has caught trophy-size fish the world over. She was also instrumental in the creation of the Deer Park Equestrian Center in upstate New York, which boasts one of America's finest arenas for equestrian competitions. 

Mrs. Moon and her husband are lovers and patrons of the arts. Several decades ago they founded the Little Angels Performing Arts School in Seoul, Korea. Its ballet corps, called the Little Angels Children's Folk Ballet, has performed before world leaders and royalty. 

She and her husband are also patrons of the New York City Symphony, which the New York Daily News acclaimed as "one of America's finest orchestras." 

Mrs. Moon and her husband founded the Universal Ballet Academy in Washington, DC, which trains young dancers in the Russian style with masters from the Kirov Ballet of St. Petersburg. Dancers from the school recently won an unprecedented number of gold medals in international competition. The Universal Ballet Company, which they founded, is now a preeminent classical troupe.


Mrs. Moon Leads Three Generations of the Moon Family on a World Speaking Tours for Peace to 120 Countries

Speaking Tour
In 2005, Mrs. Moon accompanied her husband on a historic world tour to 100 international cities in 100 days. In the same year Mrs. Moon by herself led a 120-city world speaking tour accompanied by their children, their spouses and their adult grandchildren and spouses who also served as speakers. During this tour, Mrs. Moon met with numerous heads of state including the President of India. 

International Honors and Awards
Mrs. Moon is the recipient of many international honors and awards. For her humanitarian work and for her contribution to world peace, she has received honorary doctorates from institutions such as Bloomfield College in New Jersey and Argentina's La Plata University; she was awarded the Medal of Brazil from that country's Ministry of Education. 


#1289 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Thu Jul 22, 2010 11:33 pm
Subject: 10 keys to bring more inspiration into your life
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10 keys to bring more inspiration into your life

Have you ever asked yourself what is inspiration?

When the word inspiration is broken down into it's component parts, it simply means "in - spirit".

When you are living "in - spirit" You feel excited about yourself and your life. You have a special connection with all parts of your mind and body.

The question is how can we connect to our spirit at all times to take that actions that make all things possible ?

Below are ten keys to opening your doors to your inspiration.

1. The first key to inspiration is enjoyment. It would take a spiritual master to get inspired about doing the dishes. So find something that really excites you. It can be anything that you really enjoy.

2. The second key is love. When you are actively pouring love into what you are doing, this will guarantee that you are opening yourself to experiencing more inspiration.

3. The third key is to trust yourself. Listen to that little voice inside yourself and know that this comes from heart. This is called intuition.

4. The fourth key is to follow what your intuition tells you. The more you listen to it, the stronger your intuition will become. If you don't pay attention, that little voice gets fainter and fainter until you can no longer hear it.

5. The fifth key is to keep telling yourself "I can". These are some of the most powerful words that you can ever use. When you say this to yourself often enough, you build abridge between yourself and your inspiration.

6. The sixth key is not to listen to anyone that says "no you can't". They might think that they may not be able to, and try to project this negative belief onto you, but remember to keep telling yourself that, "I can! "

7. The seventh key is to believe in yourself. When you are backed by a strong belief in yourself and your dreams, nothing is impossible.

8. The eighth key is to avoid negativity. Ask yourself, do you really need to read the newspaper or watch the news on TV everyday ? Nothing kills inspiration quicker than being surrounded by bad news.

9. The ninth key is acceptance. Accept that on some days you feel much more inspired than on others. This is normal, nobody can be completely inspired every minute of the day.

10. The tenth key is possibly the most important of all. Take action every day, no matter how small a step it seems. Action is the fuel to the fires of inspiration. Make it a daily practise to keep your fire burning. The taking of actions, no matter how small, will fill you with inspiration for taking the next step

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#1290 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Fri Jul 23, 2010 12:32 pm
Subject: A 'common sense' approach to leadership
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A "common sense" approach to leadership
[Interview] "I tend to focus on results and actual data rather than on personal relationships."
July 23, 2010


Moon Kook-jin
History has shown time and again that individual leaders can make people feel as if they strolled through the great pearly gates of heaven or tumbled into the depths of hell.

While thats especially true in politics, it holds water in the world of business as well. A chief executive officer, like a president, can sink a sturdy ship - or salvage one already on the ocean floor.

In the case of Tongil Group, its chairman, Moon Kook-jin, is largely regarded as someone who has done the latter, injecting a youthful, practical and results-based mentality into what was once a debt-ridden, stuffy company that was falling behind the times.

Tongil Group was founded in the 1960s by the controversial Reverend Moon Sun-myung, who created the Unification Church. The group's most prominent businesses today include Yongpyong Resort, a popular leisure complex in Pyeongchang, Gangwon; TIC, which produces axles for armored vehicles; and Segye Times (Segye Ilbo), one of Korea's major daily newspapers.

For decades, the group was something of a mystery to the general public. Its association with the Unification Church muddied up the picture, as many people werent sure about its true identity and motivations.

But the company began to change shortly after Kook-jin -Moon Sun-myung's fourth son - was inaugurated as chairman in 2005.

The younger Moon initiated a major move to streamline the group's businesses internally and stabilize it financially, while his external efforts involved sitting down with the press to clear up any questions surrounding the company.

Also known as Justin, Moon was educated in the United States and holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Harvard University and an MBA from the University of Miami.

Aside from stories related to his work as the top executive of Tongil Group, Moon recently made headlines here when Korean media reported on his wife Park Ji-ye, a former Miss Korea, after she posed for a company advertisement wearing a revealing halter-neck dress while holding a shiny pistol.

In a recent interview with the JoongAng Daily conducted via email, Moon - who was in the U.S. at the time - talked about the changes he's brought to the group, the company's relationship with the Unification Church and his business philosophy.


Q. What are your management principles? Do you believe they have become part of the corporate culture at Tongil Group?

A. We have five rules of management that we have been promoting in our group: results, accountability, clarity, productive conflict and trust.

While its too early to say that they have become part of the culture of the group, the rules have given guidance to our employees on how they should behave and interact with other members of our group.

In that sense, the rules have helped to improve the working habits and performance of our group.

The first thing some people think of when they hear about Tongil Group is Tongilgyo, or the Unification Church. Please explain the relationship between the two.

The Tongil Group is owned by the Unification Foundation, and the mission of the foundation is to support the Unification Church. I am a member of the church and the members of the foundation's board of directors are members of the church. For these reasons, I can not foresee a situation in which the foundation and its business group could be completely separate from the church.

Since the foundation and the church are married to each other, the better area to focus on is how to realize synergies between the two. The growth of the church will greatly support the growth of our business. The church spearheads many educational activities that use our leisure facilities, and our members are a loyal customer base for the consumer products that we produce.

Different people bring different leadership styles to companies. How would you say your style differs from those of other chairmen?

I do, as an individual, have my own leadership style that differs from other chairmen we have had. I tend to focus on results and actual data rather than on personal relationships.

Furthermore, I try to simplify complexity and strive for clarity in the organization. In that sense, my leadership style is quite predictable and "common sense." Given my simple-mindedness, I am grateful that I have people who are much more capable than myself working for me.

You have run businesses both in the U.S. and in Korea. Is there a difference between the two in terms of how people run businesses? Also, isnt it challenging to run a big conglomerate with many affiliates in Korea?

Before I started my work here in Korea, I was told by many that “doing business” in Korea and the U.S. were very different, but from my experience working in Korea I have found that there are more similarities than differences. Business success in both countries is a function of how well the people in the business work together to pursue a common goal and mutual interest.

The business leader's job is creating the environment where employees can fully express their individual talents and creativity for the good of the business. Having run a small business and a group, this principle remains the same. Success is created by empowering and trusting people to do the “right thing.”

Its been five years since you were inaugurated as the new chairman of Tongil Group. Tell us about the challenges you've faced as well as your achievements.

We have carried out a successful restructuring of our business. We have assisted in the rationalization of the church's administration. We have successfully led the fund-raising campaign to build our head church. And we have managed to lead our business group through a difficult world economic crisis.

However, we still have issues to overcome. Although our groups performance has improved and stabilized, we still do not have a growth engine that we can look to with confidence. Our leisure business represents the largest share of our business portfolio, but the industry requires a great deal of investment and is very challenging operationally to bring a return on investment.

Nonetheless, I am optimistic and encouraged by the development of our employees dedication and skill in performing their job duties. It is their conviction and sacrifice that have permitted us to come this far, and it is their efforts that will lead our group to overcome future challenges that we certainly will face.

How was 2009 for Tongil Group? Also, whats down the road?

The year 2009 went as we planned. We focused on improving group liquidity rather than on profits.

As a result, our group has been able to ride out this economic crisis without undue difficulty. As the economy stabilizes, we will be shifting our focus back to profit and growth. We hope that the world economic situation will permit us to make this change soon.


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#1291 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sat Jul 24, 2010 9:38 am
Subject: life & lesson: 5 Ways to Relax in 5 Minutes
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5 Ways to Relax in 5 Minutes

Whether it's a petty problem like forgetting to pick up your favorite dress at the dry cleaner or something more seriously annoying like a cold you just can't shake, for all of us, it's more than easy to get swept up in the stress of our day-to-day lives. In times like this, what you need is a week of aromatherapy and massage, but what you'll settle for is five minutes of self-centered bliss. And really, it's not being selfish—in order to keep functioning as a top-notch mom, employee, wife, or friend you have to take time to refuel. Because honestly, if you're running on empty, how are you going to have anything to give? Here are five ways to replenish your energy reserves in less time than it takes to actually fill up your gas tank (and for a teeny fraction of the cost!).

Have a cup of tea.
You don't have to be British for this one. Put a kettle on and drop a bag of your favorite black tea in a proper ceramic cup (preferably painted with your favorite flower). You probably already know tea is loaded with antioxidants -- which never hurts -- but that's not what we're after here. Pausing for a cup of tea (or coffee or even a glass of V-8 -- whatever floats your boat) is a relaxing ritual you can include in your everyday life, no matter what drama is swirling around you. Wrap your hands around a warm cup, breathe in the steam, and for just a few moments you can enjoy a moment of peace.

Sing along to your theme song.
Sometimes when I'm plagued by needling nervousness and a wave of self-doubt, I listen to a little Maria von Trapp. Yes, a grown woman turns to "I Have Confidence" from "The Sound of Music" when she needs a little spring in her step. And the funny thing is, it works: just as faking a smile can make you feel genuinely happier, singing along with your favorite song (even if you don't feel like it) can do wonders for your mood. For the length of that song, you are not a mature adult, holding it together for others around you. You are a rock star, a smokin' hot cabaret singer atop a piano, or even an Austrian nun. So roll up the windows of the car and let it rip.

Breathe. If formal meditation seems too hippie-dippy for you, you're in luck. Just focusing on your breath can garner some of the same benefits.  Wherever you are -- in the car, waiting in line at the post office -- take a long, slow breath in, relaxing your belly and completely filling up your lungs. Hold for a moment, and then slowly exhale. Repeat several times. Isn't it kind of amazing how this insta-therapy empties your mind of that running to-do list and calms your entire system? Bonus points: carry lavender oil in your purse, rub some between your fingers, and dab on your temples and earlobes beforehand.

Write it down. Sometimes the best thing you can do to quiet your mind is to directly confront it. Are you worried about a sick relative or how you're going to pay the heating bill? Take a few minutes and just write it down. List everything that's stressing you out and causing you concern. Just emptying the clutter in your brain will make you feel lighter, whether or not you have the time or energy to focus on solutions right now. You'll get to that soon enough -- but you can't address what's troubling you until you know exactly where that anxiety is coming from.

Stretch. You could probably give yourself a mini-yoga class if you know the postures, but you don't need to be a yogini to engage is some old-school gym class stretches. Stand up, and keeping your knees soft, fold at the waist and hang your head and arms loose towards the floor. Let gravity do the work of pulling you down. Then, stand up straight, clasp your hands behind your back and stretch your shoulders and upper back. Gently stretch your neck with slow, easy neck circles or by hanging your right ear towards your right shoulder, then left ear to left shoulder. If you're feeling especially tense, take a few moments to knead the muscles along the top of your shoulders.



#1292 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sat Jul 24, 2010 9:37 am
Subject: life & lesson" 4 simple secrets to feeling happier everyday
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4 Simple Secrets to Feeling Happier Every Day

Do you wish you could spend more of your days feeling fulfilled? Or wonder why you aren’t happier, despite all that’s good in your life? If you let slip-ups or criticisms nag you, replaying them as a negative inner monologue long after the snafu has passed, you are in fact like everyone else, at least most women I know.

I have news that really will put a smile on your face. You can significantly increase your level of happiness—without being granted a surprise inheritance or an elusive 25th hour in every day—by adopting new ways of thinking. You see, while about 50 percent of our happiness quotient is determined by what researchers call our natural “set point” for happiness, and 10 percent depends on the circumstances of our lives, a whopping 40 percent is entirely up to you—the way you react to events, cope with stress, choose to spend your time and more.

The fact that we can influence nearly half of our contentment is huge, and realizing the role we can all play in boosting our joy spurred me to team up with Self’s mental-health expert, Catherine Birndorf, M.D., to write our new book, The Nine Rooms of Happiness (Voice). What we’ve found: By changing your approach to certain situations, you can make your inner voice more positive, enjoy your passion (whether it be gardening, an active lifestyle or traveling) and find a sense of purpose which helps you be happier in each of the “rooms” of your emotional house. (We use the metaphor of your life as a house to allow you to see different areas of your life as rooms: The bedroom for romance, the office for work and money issues, the living room for friendships, etc.)

Just like anything else worthwhile—your health, your financial security—improving your happiness is a matter of making tiny tweaks in your decision making that have big, long-term payoffs you will be thrilled with later. Make these 4 habits a regular part of your day to reap more fulfillment, today and every day.

1. Too much of a good thing is a bad thing

The airlines have it right when they tell you in case of emergency, put your own oxygen mask on before you help the person next to you. It’s not selfish, it’s self-preservation. The same is true when it comes to caring for all those around you in your daily life. Yes, it’s wonderful to be giving, especially with your time, but at a certain point you can give too much of yourself, and then it’s just depleting and you’re no good to anyone.

When you get to this point, you need to learn to say no to the next person who asks you to chair another school benefit. You can also ask for help from your spouse, your best pal or your child’s friend’s mother in sharing carpooling duties, for instance. You’ll have more opportunities to pursue your own interests and nurture facets of your personality that make you happier, and then you’ll be more of a giver when you have the energy again.

So whether it’s signing up for a local extension course, getting outside for a walk after dinner, taking a morning swim, reading on your porch or doing whatever else it is that turns you on and replenishes you, you’ll feel less overwhelmed by too many “have tos” with more “want tos” in your week. Think of it this way: You have to be strong to help others. Taking care of your inner self is as important as taking care of your outer self. Know your limits, and be happy to be healthy.

2. Now is the moment! Enjoy it!

I remember when I was a child, enjoying long, luxurious afternoons with pals in the playground while my mother and her friends watched us. We had hours to explore every inch of the place and it felt freeing. I think of those as perfect moments of my childhood. But when it came time to take my own kids to the playground, I was always rushing them to and fro. I thought to myself: What will they remember? Me saying “Hurry up!” on the way to the park.

My daughter, especially, loved to dillydally, and now I understand that for her, pausing on the street to stoop down and watch a caterpillar was more interesting than being at the swings. I had to slow down, too, and say: My memories of the playground may play like a movie on the screen in my mind, but her movie will be of this, the “fuzzy wuzzy” she helped to safety. My thinking had to change from "Get to the playground to have fun!" to "Have fun here, or wherever you may be." This is it. Now is the moment. Enjoy it! Connect. This could be another perfect moment, for her, if you let it be.

3. Find your “mouse hole!”

No matter how much of a people person you are, everyone needs some moments alone each day to recharge. (Think about it: Even your phone gets to recharge!) Time is the one gift you can give yourself each day to be happier and ward off a bad mood, and it doesn’t cost a thing (or require you to go anywhere). However, when you’re living with roommates or raising kids or inundated with more work than ever and fewer hours to do it in, claiming time and space to yourself can seem like an impossibility. Fortunately, you don’t need to jet off to a palm-tree-dotted island (though that would be nice) or even sleep in the guest room (also tempting sometimes) to get that precious time alone.

When my daughter was 3, she used to crawl into her “mouse hole,” the tiny space under the platform of the plastic slide in her room, and drag a picture book or stuffed animals in and play by herself. She told me, “You can’t come in; it’s a mouse hole and only I fit inside.” The wisdom was clear: Even a kid needs time and personal space to herself, to block out the world and think.

I generally find my time and space when I am swimming or jogging, away from it all. Think of where you feel most relaxed, whether it’s at a local coffeehouse, or even just folding laundry in an unhurried way. Find those peaceful sojourns, banish all the worries and think about the big picture of what makes you happy. The important thing is to try to figure out what that is and then make more time for it in your life, whether it’s being in nature, sharing experiences with the ones you love, or helping others find their emotional satisfaction.

Whatever it is, you’ll feel better just thinking about it. After this mini-break, I guarantee you’ll feel better and more grateful when you get back to the hustle and bustle of your emotional “house” and your busy life there.

4. Conflict can be OK!

This is something we all need to learn. When a friend is mad at you, or you at them (or you are not agreeing with a coworker about the best approach to a project), the hardest thing sometimes is to call the person up and talk about it. But once you do, you always feel better. Chances are, the thing you disagree over is minor, and you have more in common than not, but you need to discuss the situation to find out where you agree and where you don’t.

Call your pal and arrange to get together to talk. Tell her she means so much to you and you want to get beyond this stumbling block, and hear her out; then tell her your point of view. Rather than assign blame, let her know you’re sorry for the hurt you caused, or explain that you feel hurt.

Connecting, especially with friends, is important to your happiness long-term, studies show. While you don’t need to overlap completely to have a lot in common (and a lot of fun together), you do need to communicate and get past the little disagreements. Find the overlap and learn from each other, celebrate your differences and laugh about them, too. You can say to yourself: It’s not a case of either/or but both/and, since it’s not either we agree on everything or we can’t be friends. We can both be pals and disagree in one area. We can have conflict in one area, yet still be friends forever. Conflict is healthy. In fact it’s part of life.

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Date: Sun Jul 25, 2010 12:24 am
Subject: life & lesson: Wisdom that comes with age
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Wisdom That Comes With Age
A wise old gentleman retired and purchased a modest home near a
> junior high school. He spent the first few weeks of his retirement
> in peace and contentment. Then the new school year began.
>
The very next afternoon three young boys, full of youthful after-
> school enthusiasm, came down his street, beating merrily on every
> trash can they encountered. The crashing percussion continued day
> after day, until finally the wise old man decided it was time to
> take some action.
>
The following afternoon, he walked out to meet the young
> percussionists as they banged their way down the street. Stopping
> them, he said, "You kids are a lot of fun. I like to see you
> express your exuberance like that. Used to do the same thing when
> I was your age. Will you do me a favor? I'll give you each a
> dollar if you'll promise to come around every day and do your
> thing."
>
The kids were elated and continued to do a bang-up job on the
> trash cans.
>
After a few days, the old-timer greeted the kids again, but this
> time he had a sad smile on his face. "This recession is really
> putting a big dent in my income," he told them. "From now on,
> I'll only be able to pay you 50 cents to beat on the cans."
>
The noisemakers were obviously displeased, but they did accept his
> offer and continued their afternoon ruckus.
>
A few days later, the wily retiree approached them again as they
> drummed their way down the street. "Look," he said, "I haven't
> received my Social Security check yet, so I'm not going to be able
> to give you more than 25 cents. Will that be okay?"
>
"A lousy quarter?" the drum leader exclaimed. "If you think we're
> going to waste our time, beating these cans around for a quarter,
> you're nuts! No way, mister. We quit!"
>
> And the wise old man enjoyed peace and serenity for the rest of
> his days.

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Date: Tue Jul 27, 2010 2:00 am
Subject: 4 recommendations by TF during the World Assembly Proclamation
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excerpted from the report made by Douglas Burton posted in familyfed.org regarding the World Assembly Proclamations last july 24th 2010 at Manhattan Center, NY

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Cosmic Change Coming

Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the founder of the Unification Church, was introduced by his youngest son, the Reverend Hyung Jin Moon, International President of the Unification Church who told the gathering that God has manifested Himself through the True Parents of mankind, and that it is time that all people on earth understand what kind of people the True Parents are. He referred to four blessings to humanity bequeathed by the True Parents, pointing out that Rev. Moon had revealed the truth of God in a way that human beings could understand it; second, he along with his wife, Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, known as True Mother, had perfected the course of the true spouse by following a course of absolute faith, absolute love and absolute obedience; third, he had brought complete freedom to God to govern heaven and earth as King of Kings; and fourth, the True Parents have guided people on earth and in the spiritual world to do God’s Will.
 
Rev. Moon, known by his disciples as True Father, proclaimed to his guests and followers of his path that they should take steps for a revolutionary and cosmic change in their lives in order to be prepared for the new era that commences on Jan. 13, 2010. In his concluding remarks he urged all present to observe four recommendations.
 
First, he exhorted all members of his movement to study daily the Canon of Unificationist scripture. First, all blessed families should attend God at the center of their families and every day carry out hoondok [daily scripture reading] education, which can completely unite parents and children. In other words, you should thoroughly teach the Divine Principle, the textbooks and teaching materials True Parents have bequeathed, True Father’s autobiography, and absolute marital fidelity taught through the Original Divine Principle, he said.
 
Second, he urged all families to strive for emotional unity between parents and children. Heaven has permitted the grace of the authority of seunghwa for rebirth and resurrection to be bestowed on the family unit. Here, a requisite condition is the complete unity between parents and children, he said.
 
Third, he urged all present to live with God. In his words, The reign of tranquility and prosperity in the victorious authority centered on God and True Parents shall be eternal. That means we should live with God.
 
Fourth, he counseled all present to prepare to educate their own ancestors who are returning to earth spiritually. We are now entering the era of the authority of God's direct dominion. Ladies and Gentlemen, I have said that less than three years remain until the D-day proclaimed by Heaven. I beg that you inscribe in your hearts the fact that we have entered the era of the authority of the cosmic Sabbath in which your family members in the spirit world shall return to the earth to receive the Original Divine Principle education, and where eight generations will live together in a single family unit.
 
 
Contributed by Douglas Burton

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Date: Wed Jul 28, 2010 4:39 pm
Subject: Rev HgJN Moon: 3 Levels of Filial Piety
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Date: Fri Jul 30, 2010 1:47 am
Subject: spotting goodness
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When I become excessively critical towards others,
it means I am going in the wrong direction.
 
 We are usually very good at spotting mistakes, but
 we should develop the quality of also spotting goodness.
 If I can see what is good in others or in situations
 and go beyond the curtain of negativity,
I feel good about myself.
 
If I constantly think "he is wrong",
I instead create a barrier which blocks me
 from reaching my own goodness.
 




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#1299 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Sat Jul 31, 2010 9:10 pm
Subject: Weeds or Flowers?
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I believe in the old adage:  "Cleanliness is next to Godliness," but not as a reference to dirt under our nails or behind our ears.  Clean thoughts are what we need to have in order to grow closer to our own souls.

Do your thoughts leave you feeling fresh and sweet, or do they slime your self-concept with a brackish film of criticism, doubt, and shame?  Your thoughts are yours alone.  No one can clean them up but you.  Exploring the seed sentences planted within you is a great way to uproot weeds, clean up your mind, and plant some flower seeds.

Seed sentences are clusters of ideas, words, or scripts that we all create in order to keep us congruent with our underlying assumptions and hidden beliefs.  If our seed sentences are self-affirming and supportive, we are naturally self-confident, creative, and excited about life.  These I call "flower sentences."  When sentences are derogatory, we are more likely to be emotionally vulnerable, have low self-esteem, and find it difficult to be ourselves.  Definitely "weeds."

Most seed sentences remain unspoken, perhaps even subconscious.  They are bits and pieces of ideas we've picked up along the way until they form the heart of our beliefs about ourselves.  Seed sentences come from many sources--parents, mates, TV, movies, magazines, advertising--and contribute to our ideas of how we're supposed to live and what we can expect to receive from life and from others.  Our lives, in effect, sprout from seed sentences we carry.
 
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#1302 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Wed Aug 4, 2010 11:11 am
Subject: Fw: The worth of a woman
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THE WORTH OF A WOMAN




 

One Flaw In Women 

 


Women have strengths that amaze men. 
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
 
but they hold happiness, love and joy.
 
They smile when they want to scream.
 
They sing when they want to cry.
 
They cry when they are happy
 
and laugh when they are nervous.
 
They fight for what they believe in.
 
They stand up to injustice.
 
They don't take 'no' for an answer
 
when they believe there is a better solution.
 

 
 


They go without so their family can have. 
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
 
They love unconditionally.
 
They cry when their children excel
 
and cheer when their friends get awards.
 
They are happy when they hear about
 
a birth or a wedding.
 
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
 
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
 
yet they are strong when they
 
think there is no strength left.
 
They know that a hug and a kiss
 
can heal a broken heart.
 

 


Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors. 
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
 
to show how much they care about you.
 

 


The heart of a woman is what makes the world keep turning. 
They bring joy, hope and love.
 
They have the compassion and ideas.
 
They give moral support to their
 
family and friends.
 
Women have vital things to say
 
and everything to give.
 

 
 


HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, 
IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.
 

 

 

 



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#1303 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sun Aug 8, 2010 12:51 am
Subject: Resurrection & the Second Advent
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Resurrection & The Second Advent:

Christianity does not exist for its own sake, but has as its final mission the fulfillment of the purposes of all the religions in human history. Christ at the Second Advent, who is to come as the center of Christianity, is the person of the Maitreya Buddha who is to return according to the teachings of Buddhism, the True Man who is awaited in the Chinese religious tradition, and the Chongdoryong for whom many Koreans yearn. He is the central figure whose advent is expected in other religions as well.

Jesus was originally supposed to restore the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. He was to become the True Parent of restored humanity and the king of God's earthly kingdom.50(Isa. 9:6)CEV|KJ|NI; (Luke 1:31-33)CEV|KJ|NI However, due to the people's disbelief, he could not accomplish this original Will of God, but went to the cross promising to return at a later time and surely fulfill it. Accordingly, at the Second Advent, Christ is again responsible to build the Kingdom of Heaven on earth and there become the True Parent and king of all humanity. This is another reason why, as at his First Coming, Christ at his Second Coming must be born on the earth. The redemption of sins is possible only through an earthly life.51(cf. Creation 6.3.2) To redeem our sins on the earth, Christ must come as a man on the earth.

God's desire is for Christianity of the Last Days to become this final religion which can assume the responsibility of completing the goals of the many religions in history. The returning Christ, who comes as the center of Christianity, will attain the purposes which the founders of religions strove to accomplish. Therefore, with respect to his mission, Christ at his return may be regarded as the second coming of the founder of every religion.83(cf. Ressurection 2.4) When the second comings of the founders of the various religions appear in Korea in fulfillment of the diverse revelations, they will not come as different individuals. One person, Christ at the Second Advent, will come as the fulfillment of all these revelations. The Lord whose coming has been revealed to believers in various religions, including the Maitreya Buddha in Buddhism, the True Man in Confucianism, the returning Ch'oe Su-un who founded the religion of Ch'ondogyo, and the coming of Chongdoryong in the Chonggamnok, will be none other than Christ at the Second Advent.

Who is Rev. Sun Myung Moon.



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#1305 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sun Aug 8, 2010 12:27 pm
Subject: Korean made easy (1): How's the weather?
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Dear families,
 
In the beginning of CKTA, there were topics that we consider as impt content of CKTA educational archive. Among those of HDH's and UC related materials, leadership-management articles (lead-man), health is wealth and inspirational items & testimonies... Korean made easy is one of it however due to lack of manpower to do the job, we couldnt continuously maintain the weekly posting.
 
There was a request that we continue it this time to respond to the direction of our True Parents last July 8.
 
To start with i would like to repost some materials from 2005.
 
this file is through the courtesy of Madam Helen Balbin-Kim.
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How’s the Weather?

 

How's the weather? 

날씨가 어떠요Nalssi-ga eotteo-yo?

It's sunny. 화창해Hwa-changhae.

It's rainy비가 .  Biga wa.

It's cloudy흐려. Heu-ryeo.

 

How's the weather?

날씨가 어떠요Nalssi-ga eotteo-yo?

It's hot더워Deo-weo.

It's warm.  따뜻해. Tta-tteut-hae.

It's cold.  추워Chu-weo.

 

How's the weather? 

날씨가 어떠요Nalssi-ga eotteo-yo?

It's sunny and hot.

화창하고 더워Hwa-chang-hago deo-weo.

It's snowy and cold.

눈이 오고 추워Nuni ogo chuweo.

It's windy and cool. 

바람이 불고 시원해Barami bulgo si-weon-hae.

 

Vocabularies:

weather  - 날씨 ( nal-ssi)

sunny - 화창 (hwa-chang)

rainy - 비가 (biga wa)

cloudy - 흐려 ( heu-ryeo)

hot - 더워 (deo-weo)

warm - 따뜻해 ( tta-tteut-hae)

cold -  추워( chu-weo)

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#1308 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Mon Aug 9, 2010 12:15 am
Subject: For Mothers of Special Needs Children
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For  those Mother`s have Special Needs Children (Autism)
 Including me .....
 
 
 
 Am... For Mothers of Special Needs Children ~*~ By Michelle Guppy

 




I am the little engine that did.
When on my journey in life, my tracks led me to the mountain - a diagnosis of (Autism, CP, MR,...) - I looked at it with defeat - thinking there was no way I could climb over it. I then pondered the obstacles before me, and I then said to myself over and over, "I think I can, I think I can...", then slowly I started climbing the mountain saying to myself over and over, "I know I can, I know I can,..." and that if I made it over that ominous diagnosis and continued my journey, I am the little engine that did.

I am more devoted than Noah's wife.
I sometimes feel overwhelmed in my "houseboat" - 365 days and 365 nights a year, constantly working with and teaching my child. But when the storms of isolation and monotony become most unbearable, I do not jump ship. Instead I wait for the rainbow that is promised to come.

I am Xena.
Real life warrior goddess of Autism. With my steel plated armor I can battle anyone who gets in my way of progress for my child. I can overcome the stares and ignorance of those without a disability in their lives - educate them as to why my child is the way he is, and why he does the things he does. With my sword of persistence, I can battle any schools to have them properly educate my child. Yes, I am Xena - and I am prepared for any battle that might come my way.

I am beautiful.
I have hairy legs because I get no time alone in the bathroom, and bags under my eyes from staying up all night with my child. The only exercise I get is the sprint from my house to my car - to take my child to therapy. Dressed up to me is, well - just that I had the moment to get dressed! They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder - and so even on the days when I don't feel very beautiful - I will know that I am... Because God is my beholder.

I am the Bionic Woman.
With my bionic vision - I can see through the diability my child has, and see the beauty in his soul, the intelligence in his eyes ---- when others can't. I have bionic hearing - - I can look at my child when he smiles at me, and hear his voice say, "I Love You Mommy", even though he can't talk. Yes, I am thankful to be Bionic.

I am Mary.
A not so well known mother... Of a Special child who was brought here to touch those around him, in a way that will forever change them. And it started with me,
By teaching me things I would have never known, by bringing me friendships I never would have had, and by opening my eyes as to what really matters most in life. Things like the Joy of just living in the moment, the Peace of knowing God is in control, never losing Hope, and knowing as unconditional Love that words cannot express. Yes, I too am blessed by my special child, just like Mary.

I am Superwoman.
I am able to leap over tall loads of laundy in a single bound, and run faster than a speeding bullet, to rescue my child from danger. Oh yes, without a doubt, I am Superwoman.

I am Moses.
I was chosen to be the mother of a Special Needs Child. I may at times question whether I am the right "man" for the job --- but God will give me the Faith I need to lead my child to be the best he can be. And like Moses, God will give me the small miracles here and there, needed to accomplish my mission.

I am Stretch Armstrong.
A mom that can be stretched beyond belief -- and still somehow return to normal. I can stretch limited funds to cover every treatment and therapy that insurance won't. I can stretch my patience as I bounce from one doctor to doctor in a quest to treat my child. I can stretch what time I have, and share it with my husband, my children, my church, and still have some leftover to help my friends. Yes, my name is Stretch. And I have the stretch-marks to prove it!

I am Rosa Parks.
I refuse to move or waver -- in what I believe is right for my child, simply because he is viewed as the minority, not the majority. I refuse to believe "What can one mother do?" But instead I will write, call and rally to the government if I have to, and do what ever it takes to prevent discrimination against my child and ensure that he gets the services he needs.

I am Hercules.
The Greek god known for strength and courage. The heavy loads I must carry would make others crumble to the ground. The weight of sorrow, Fear at uncertainty of the future, Injustice at having no answers, and the Tears of dispair, would alone possibly be too much -- even for Hercules. But then the Joy, Laughter, Smiles, and Pride - - at my child accomplishments -- balance the load to make it easy to bear.

I am touched by an Angel.
An Angel who lives in a world of his own. And it's true. He lives in a world of innocence and purity. A world without hatred and deceit. A world where everyone is beautiful and where no one is ugly. A world where there is always enough time. A world where he goes to bed with no worries of tomorrow and wakes up with no regrets of the past. Yes, I most certainly am touched by an Angel, and in some ways, his world is better.......

I am a true "Survivor".
The mom of a child, who faced, is facing, and will face -- some of the most difficult challenges life has to offer. I am ready for the challenge and have God given endurance to last until the end, along with a sense of humor to cope with all the twists, turns and surprises along the way. Oh yes I am a TRUE "Survivor" - and I don't need a million dollars to prove it!

I am a mom of Special Needs Child, all the above, and so much more. Somedays I will want to be none of the above -- and just be a typical mom with a typical child, doing all the typical things. On those days I will know it's o.k. to be angry, and to cry, and to lean on my family, friends and church for support. Because after all --- the most important thing that I am --- is human.
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

 
 
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#1309 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Wed Aug 11, 2010 8:43 am
Subject: A Message From the Heart
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A Message From the Heart
Author Unknown

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One day a young man was standing in the middle of the town proclaiming that he had the most beautiful heart in the whole valley. A large crowd gathered and they all admired his heart for it was perfect. There was not a mark or a flaw in it. Yes, they all agreed it truly was the most beautiful heart they had ever seen.

The young man was very proud and boasted more loudly about his
Beautiful heart. Suddenly, an old man appeared at the front of the
Crowd and said, "Why your heart is not nearly as beautiful as
Mine."The crowd and the young man looked at the old man's heart. It was beating strongly, but full of scars, it had places where pieces had been removed and other pieces put in, but they didn't fit quite right and there were several jagged edges. In fact, in some places there were deep gouges where whole pieces were missing.

The people stared - how can he say his heart is more beautiful, they
Thought? The young man looked at the old man's heart and saw its state and laughed. "You must be joking," he said."Compare your heart with mine, mine is perfect and yours is a mess of scars and tears."

"Yes," said the old man, "Yours is perfect looking but I would never
Trade with you. You see, every scar represents a person to whom I
Have given my love - I tear out a piece of my heart and give it to
Them, and often they give me a piece of their heart which fits into the
Empty place in my heart, but because the pieces aren't exact, I have
Some rough edges, which I cherish, because they remind me of the
Love we shared.

Sometimes I have given pieces of my heart away, and the other
Person hasn't returned a piece of their heart to me. These are the
Empty gouges - giving love is taking a chance. Although these gouges are painful, they stay open, reminding me of the love I have for these people too, and I hope someday they may return and fill the space I have waiting. So now do you see what true beauty is?"

The young man stood silently with tears running down his cheeks. He walked up to the old man, reached into his perfect young and
Beautiful heart, and ripped a piece out. He offered it to the old man
With trembling hands. The old man took his offering, placed it in his
Heart and then took a piece from his old scarred heart and placed it
In the wound in the young man's heart. It fit, but not perfectly, as
There were some jagged edges.

The young man looked at his heart, not perfect anymore but more
Beautiful than ever, since love from the old man's heart flowed into
His. They embraced and walked away side by side.

How sad it must be to go through life with a whole heart!

 

 

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#1310 From: "donna" <donna952003@...>
Date: Fri Aug 13, 2010 2:40 am
Subject: Have a Bless Weekend!
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 Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, Dr.Hak Ja Moon

True Parents, Messiah & Lord of the Second Advent    

Here you are invited to discover why Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon was chosen by God and called by Jesus Christ to fulfill the mission of the Messiah, Savior and Lord of the Second Advent with the responsibility to establish the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth.  Together with his loving wife, Mrs. Hak Ja Moon, they are the True Parents of Heaven, Earth and all humanity who embody the true love of God. 

Father Moon is a renowned international religious leader, evangelist, peacemaker, and visionary who has dedicated over 70 years of his life to following God's Will.  The Holy Spirit Association for the Unification of World Christianity or Unification Church was founded in 1954 as the primary religious institution of their global movement. 

Read and study here The Divine Principle, revelation inspired by Heaven, which reveals in detail why, how, when, and where the Second Coming of Christ is to take place.

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#1311 From: winny <weeny.kim@...>
Date: Sun Aug 15, 2010 4:31 am
Subject: life & lesson: can u sleep when the wind blows?
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CAN YOU SLEEP WHEN THE WIND BLOWS?

Years ago a farmer owned land along the Atlantic seacoast. He constantly
advertised for hired hands. Most people were reluctant to work on farms
along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that raged across the
Atlantic, wreaking havoc on the buildings and crops.


As the farmer interviewed applicants for the job, he received a steady
stream of refusals. Finally, a short, thin man, well past middle age,
approached the farmer. "Are you a good farmhand?" the farmer asked him.
"Well, I can sleep when the wind blows," answered the little man. Although
puzzled by this answer, the farmer, desperate for help, hired him.


The little man worked well around the farm, busy from dawn to dusk, and the
farmer felt satisfied with the man's work. Then one night the wind howled
loudly in from offshore. Jumping out of bed, the farmer grabbed a lantern
and rushed next door to the hiredhand's sleeping quarters. He shook the
little man and yelled, "Get up! A storm is coming! Tie things down before
they blow away!" The little man rolled over in bed and said firmly, "No
sir. I told you, I can sleep when the wind blows."


Enraged by the response, the farmer was tempted to fire him on the spot.
Instead, he hurried outside to prepare for the storm. To his amazement, he
discovered that all of the haystacks had been covered with tarpaulins.The
cows were in the barn, the chickens were in the coops, and the doors were
barred. The shutters were tightly secured. Everything was tied down.
Nothing could blow away. The farmer then understood what his hired hand
meant, so he returned to his bed to also sleep while the wind blew.


MORAL: When you're prepared, spiritually, mentally, and physically, you
have nothing to fear. Can you sleep when the wind blows through your life?
The hired hand in the story was able to sleep because he had secured the
farm against the storm. We, as believers in Christ, secure ourselves
against the storms of life by grounding ourselves in the Word of God. We
don't need to understand, we just need to hold His hand to have peace in the
midst of the storms. I hope you sleep well! Enjoy the day! May God Bless
You and Yours


-- Author Unknown

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#1314 From: winzee <arzikim@...>
Date: Sun Aug 22, 2010 6:08 am
Subject: HDH: Fraternal Love is the model love for the world
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Brotherly love is a model of love for all the people of the world

Cheon Seong Gyeong

Book 3: True Love / Chapter 2: Section 7.1

Why did God give us our brothers and sisters? The reason we need brothers and sisters is that a brother can look at his younger sister or elder sister and realize, Oh, thats how our mother grew up! He sees through them the process of his mother growing up. Also, the sister observes carefully how her elder or younger brother grows up and understands how her father grew up and lived. You should know that this is the love among siblings; you become one by growing up like this. So should you love your brothers and sisters or not? (184-60, 1988.11.13)

When an elder brother loves his younger sister, and the younger sister loves her elder brother, they cannot just love each other; they must involve their parents in that love and cherish their childhood experiences of growing up in the bosom of their parents. They should be a brother and sister who are connected on the basis of parent and child oneness. Only then will they ascend as they grow up. They should grow up like this all the way through elementary and middle school. (236-11, 1992.11.2)

However far you go in your travels around the world, nothing replaces the love of brothers and sisters in a family, who share the same blood from their birth. When you go out to society, is there anyone who is closer to you than your brother or sister? Although some people may be close, they will eventually drift away from you. (228-199, 1992.4.3)

Why do we need brothers and sisters? Brothers and sisters are those who are connected through the vertical and horizontal plane. If we say Adam and Eve are horizontal, then the relationship between God and Adam and Eve is vertical. Adam and Eve form only a plane. This is why both the horizontal aspect and the front-back aspect are needed. Only the love between brothers and sisters can surpass the love in a family. It is the same for the love between all people who are all brethren. Only when there are brothers and sisters does a sphere come into being. (236-11, 1992.11.2)

Only when we embrace the world and love all people with sibling love, will we join everything together in an ideal sphere of love; when that occurs, no mishap will severely shock us. Only then will all the substance of God's thought finally bear fruit. God's ideal of children unites and bears fruit there: the fruit of children's love, the fruit of siblings' love, the fruit of the love of husband and wife, and the fruit of parents' love. When the plan that the incorporeal God had at the time of creation is made substantial, upper and lower, front and rear, and left and right will be merged with Him. (236-146, 1992.11.4)

Through brothers and sisters a nation arises and all humankind arises. The relationship of brothers and sisters signifies front and back, a flat surface, but when flesh is added a sphere is formed. So it is brothers and sisters and the people of the nation who form the sphere. Brothers and sisters expand to become a people. The love of siblings is connected with the love for the world. A family where many brothers and sisters are growing up is like a model to embrace all people of the world and to create an ideal Kingdom of Heaven, the Kingdom of God on earth and in heaven. Hence, brothers and sisters expand in number. (235-268, 1992.10.1)

When there are many siblings, two may have to share a bowl at mealtimes. They do not fight because there is only one bowl of rice. Even if there are many siblings and they have to live in hardship, if they have such a heart of love that says, Although I may starve, I will give this to my elder sister or I have to give this to my younger brother or sister, then everything will work out very well. (112-195, 1981.4.12)



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#1315 From: winzee <arzikim@...>
Date: Sat Aug 21, 2010 5:44 am
Subject: HDH: Yearning & Longing for God
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Yearning and Longing for God

The Origin of Loyalty and Filial Piety[1] Volume 1

Please raise your hands if you have fasted for one week? Question is what you learned during the time when you were fasting. At the end of the seventh day, when you will break the fast in ten minutes, you think about how much you are looking forward to and yearning for tasting food again. Your whole being - your senses and nervous system - is focused, desperate, and compelled for that. However, at such a moment, you should let go all of that to love God. You must build up such a standard for loving God in you. The hunger you feel is very real. It is the reality of all realities. But, can you love God more than your hunger for food? Yearn and long for God. Such a heart that goes beyond physical limits will reach to Heaven.

Imagine a wife waiting for her husband to come home, after several years when he left to go his mission. Can you imagine how desperate is her longing for her husband? When it rains, her heart will long for her husband who may be in the rain. You should experience such a heart of longing for God two or three times in every 3 days. In other words, you must experience such a yearning every day.

When you are walking a city street, you are overwhelmed and overcome by your longing for God. Then you stop walking, but you are unable to stand by your own power so you embrace a telephone pole and pray to God. Have you ever experienced such longing? Even if there are many lovers in this world, none of them would experience such a compelling and over powering feeling towards their lover. Have you ever experienced such intense hunger for God in your heart? Your faith and heart should always yearn for God with such intensity, greater than your desire for bread at the end of fasting.



[1] Editors Note: Origin of Loyalty & Filial Piety is several volumes of books compiled Father Moons speeches (given to Japanese members where he spoke in Japanese) from later 60s to early 80s by Rev. Kamiyama. For the above excerpt, it is not clear which speech it is taken from.



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