This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 17th day of March, 1938, in accordance with request made by the self - Miss [307], through Douglas T. Johnston Sponsorship by arrangement with Manager of the Association, Hugh Lynn Cayce.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Miss [307] and Mrs. [413].

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, [307], present in this room.
2. In the study of life, and the experiences as individuals apply themselves in relationships to the Creative Forces, and in their expressing and manifesting same in their dealings with their fellow man, is the manner in which soul development comes to the individual.
3. For the understanding of the Creative Forces and the relationships to same comes through the application of that one knows to do.
4. Then in patience, as has been so oft given, one becomes aware of the soul and its relationship to that experience through which the individual or the entity may be passing.
5. Much might be said, but the entity has a knowledge; then needs only the application of same in its dealings with those activities in which the entity has been called; and in carrying forward those activities in such measures and manners that others may be constrained to stop and think on the experiences through which they as individuals pass - and as to what is their relationship to Creative Forces or God; as to how, in what manner He has spoken to them; and how He speaks and manifests to the individual in the present.
6. Has there been a change in the attitude of God towards man? It may seem or appear to the individual as a long time, or that things have gone on in the continuous turmoils and strife in the relationships of individuals in the homes, in the communities, in states in nations. Yet are these not just PROOFS rather to those who consider His words as the words of truth? that indeed it is necessary for offences to come, only woe unto him by whom they come?
7. Then may it not be thy purpose, thy soul development - through that thou hast gained - to constrain others that there be peace, harmony, understanding?
8. And know that though the earth may pass away, though the fountains of the deep may be broken up, though there be those turmoils of every nature - His words shall not pass amiss.
9. For thou knowest, thou art persuaded that all that IS came into being through those promises, those activities of the Spirit of God upon those things that were not, so that things that are appeared from that which was not; that there might be the greater companionship, the greater growth in love, harmony, peace, understanding. Yes, GLORY - that thou art indeed counted worthy to be as one who may warn others; that unless there are the attempts, the try in the experience of each individual, indeed that experience, that life may be as but naught.
10. Then carry ON!
11. THOU knowest the way! Faint not at well-doing. Walk closer to Him day by day. For His promise to thee, as to those who love Him - they will keep His commandments. And His commandments are not grievous; His yoke is not a burden but rather easy if ye will LET - if ye will be WILLING to let HIM walk with thee!
12. For He has stood, will stand, in thy stead - if ye will but let Him walk the whole way with thee!
13. Ready for questions.
14. (Q) Please outline definitely the work I have been called to do, and the order in which I should do it.
    (A) As has been indicated, a greater work than doing that of encouraging those who seek to know His way CANNOT be found.
    As to the manner in which this is to be done - these have been pointed out again and again; here a little, there a little, line upon line, precept upon precept. As these then are pointed out day by day, while they may appear oft in thyself to have little effect, know ye are as His keeper - that ye SOW the seed, leaving the results, leaving the increase to the Maker.
    For He has promised, "My word shall NOT return to me empty." Then just know in self, by the promise, "My spirit bear witness with thy spirit as to whether the words ye speak are the words of truth or not." Then ye have no worry, ye have no anxiety but to sow the seed in the manner as opportunity, as impunity, as thy strength of body and mind permits; leaving to Him the fruits. For has it not been given that ye shall eat of the fruit of the vine which ye planted not? So may ye sow, that those who are coming, those who are seeking may - too - reap within their experience the fruit from that effort, that TRY ye have done in the NAME of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
    Then give that ye have in hand.
    As to manners (materially), these present themselves from day to day in varied ways. Just weary not.
15. (Q) The dream I had the morning of Nov. 6th - have I interpreted it correctly in my mind? If so, how should I begin?
    (A) The interpretations and the activities as ye progress IN thy actions will become more and more OPEN to thee; will unfold as ye unfold the opportunities that are before thee day by day.
    Just begin as ye would in any work that ye would lay out for physical activities.
16. (Q) Who was the strange man?
    (A) The Christ!
17. (Q) What is the significance of dreaming of riding on donkeys?
    (A) This may appear in varied forms or manners. Read rather what has been given as to the manner in which each individual should interpret the own dreams, visions or experiences. For as has been given, there are dreams and dreams - there are visions, there are experiences. All of these are significant, whether they are to be interpreted in the material, the mental, the spiritual, or as a warning, or as a prophetic vision. All of these in their own place and position.
    As for donkey - in the past it meant honor. To thee in the present it would mean dishonor.
    Then, as would be the interpretation - do all rather in thy message in HUMBLENESS. Not as one giving ORDERS, yet as one in authority.
18. (Q) What is my seal? Please give colors and interpretation.
    (A) It would be as a globe, or as a vision of a portion of the earth in a map formation - as that portion which has been indicated for the entity. Upon same would be the Cross - in GOLD; not in other colors but in gold - the whole Cross, see? Then with the messenger of peace, the dove - white - above same. Then the kneeling of the Holy Women about same - these in color.
    This would be interpreted as the Cross to lead the way in the world service in the manner as directed by Him in His message to the Holy Women. What was this? "PEACE - my peace I give unto thee! not as the world giveth peace, but that peace of KNOWING ye ARE in at-onement with the Creative Forces - or God - or Christ."
19. (Q) Why do I see a cross so often in meditation?
    (A) Has it not just been indicated? The Cross leads the way, EVER!
20. (Q) Are there any colors or jewelry that I should wear in order to have better vibrations? If so, what?
    (A) Any of jewelry or ornaments that are of coral would be well; for this is - as it represents, as it is in itself of Creative Forces, or from the water itself. Red, white or coral in any form.
21. (Q) What is my duty to the Groups already organized?
    (A) They rely, they depend upon thee in most EVERY way for counsel, for advice.
    Then ask THYSELF, "Then what is my duty?" In the light of that which is to be, which IS the guide, what IS thy duty?
22. (Q) Among the members please name such individuals that would make good teachers.
    (A) Just begin at the head of the list and go on through!
23. (Q) Has the time come for me to organize groups elsewhere?
    (A) Not just yet. Not until there is at least another and yet another organized in thy own vicinity or surroundings. THEN will be the time.
24. (Q) Please give me an affirmation that will help me in carrying out the work that I hope to do.
    (A) FATHER, GOD! IN THY PROMISES - THROUGH JESUS, THE CHRIST - I COME SEEKING THY GUIDANCE, THY HELP.
    AS I OPEN THE DOOR OF MY OWN CONSCIOUSNESS TO THE CONSCIOUSNESS OF THE CHRIST-SPIRIT, DIRECT ME - IN BEING, FILLING, THAT PLACE, THAT PURPOSE THOU HAST AND DOST DESIRE THAT I FILL IN THIS EXPERIENCE.
    THIS I ASK IN THE NAME OF HIM IN WHOM I HAVE BELIEVED.
25. (Q) How may I now be of help to the Association?
    (A) Aid wherever thou seest aid is needed, is desired.
26. (Q) Any other advice at this time?
    (A) Much might be said. But keep the faith thou hast in the power of the HEALING, in the peacefulness of the Christ-Consciousness!
27. We are through with this reading.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Hugh Lynn Cayce for Sponsor
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. See Life Rdg. 307-1 on 7/18/29 and subsequent Reports; also Physical Rdgs. 307-2 through 307-14.

REPORTS

1. See subsequent notations under Life Rdg. 307-1 Reports.
2. 9/09/40 Reply to Questionnaire:
   (1) READINGS
   ONE LIFE [Reading] THREE MENTAL AND SPIRITUAL [Readings] on my work, especially in the Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc.
   (2) These readings have been a source of inspiration, awakening and spiritual development to me. In short they have found "self" for me.
   They were perfect in every detail as to my characteristics, emotions and urges - as well as aspirations, hopes and attainments to be EXPERIENCED.
   There were many things in these readings that I did not at first understand, but as years have gone by and understanding in the deep things has come, the truths embodied in them have been made plain.
   I HAVE FOLLOWED THEM PERFECTLY so far as I have been able.
   THE REWARD IS PRICELESS. [307]

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