Guest guest Posted July 12, 1999 Report Share Posted July 12, 1999 Humility " The most important virtue on this journey towards Buddha-Mind, Christ-mindedness, or God-consciousness is not hard work and discipline, although they certainly have their place early in the quest. Rather, it is the simple faith necessary to believe that a God you have never seen, utilizing methods you could never understand, will surely lead you to that knowledge of ultimate things you could never put into words. " The second most important virtue is the patience and humility to let God deliver us in His own way and in His own time. As St. Peter once said, 'Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety upon Him, because He cares for you.' " In this context, humility implies the willingness to place ourselves under the guidance or tutelage of God, to adopt a 'beginner's mind' that is free of preconceived notions and self-satisfied efforts. From this place of complete safety, we can 'cast our anxieties upon Him,' and develop the quietude of mind that is so necessary for the reduction of fear and the attainment of salvation or enlightenment. " ...to paraphrase Peter's words, 'Place yourselves humbly under the tutelage of God without any ideas about what you know or don't know. In this place of perfect safety, let the peace of God gently enfold you and quiet all of your anxieties. And at exactly the right moment, He will awaken you.' " Richard G. Young, Ph.D. " Paths of a Prodigal " http://www.pathwayspublications.com/index.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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