This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 8th day of January, 1935, in accordance with request made the self - Mr. [784], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Miss [729].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis. Born July 4, 1894, in Rensselaer, N.Y.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the entity and those relations with the universe and universal forces, that are latent and manifested in the personalities of the entity called [784].
2. In entering the present experience, there are many of those things that may be called influences in the experience of the entity in the present sojourn.
3. It would be well if the entity would, for its own best experiences in the present, know that no influence - astrological, numerlogical, environmental or hereditary through the blood - exceeds the WILL of self. Too easily has the entity experienced that this, that and the other sign or omen has influenced the self in opposition even at times to self's own inner urge. It is not alone for the lack nor for the lack nor for the great quantity of knowledge an entity may have, but the greater influence is what the entity in its WILL, its MIND, does about - and with - that knowledge it finds as a mental and spiritual and practical thing in the experiences in a material world. It is not by might nor by power but "by My Spirit" saith the Lord. For the Spirit or the prompting of the Spirit is the heritage of each soul. And as each soul is called by and through the attuning of self to the divine within, the divine manifestations from without, such a soul may know whereunto it may apply itself; and be not anxious, be not troubled about the outcome. For man can of himself do but little, for God giveth the increase in those fields of service; and He, the Father, knoweth that we have need of from day to day.
4. That there has been aroused an interest in the mental self to psychic truths, of things pertaining to the soul and the spirit, and the activity and the psychological effect that may be created in the minds of others, as well as in making application of same in the experience of the self, is WELL. But this urge that is taking place may be answered by reading what has been the guide to many, that has helped the world; the earth has known it in its orb; it has been the experience of those, even though many may call it questionable, though many may think and speak of same as the result of those that would make for themselves an outlet, or a source that is questioned. Study that thy mother gave thee, and know that His promises are sure, and in Him is the light, the life, and there IS no other source from which - through which - the truth may come. For the author and the finisher of faith is Him that was belittled by men, was questioned by those in political - yea, in religious authority. He was in the world and the world knew Him not. He came to His own and His own received Him not. He calls to thee, as He has oft in thine experiences in the earth, and as He has reckoned and beckoned to thee oft in thine present experience; and the more oft thou hast said, "Yet a little while, and when the material things of life are somewhat easier, and when I have more time, I will consider and study those things." Thou fool; knowest thou not that He IS Life? He is that through which ALL may approach to that experience in which the physical, the mental, the spiritual life may indeed be worth while. STUDY, then, NOW! Read that as He gave in that recorded in John 14, 15, 16 and 17. As is said in the standard version, "Seek in my name, BELIEVING, and it is done in thee."
5. As to the appearances of the entity in the earth, these have been in those realms, those experiences that are dreamed of by the entity in those periods when - tired of body, weary in mind, broken in hope - it has turned to those truths and lessons thou has received in some of thy wilder; yea, some of thy more downcast experiences.
6. These, then, make for that which in thine own experience may be AWAKENED in such ways and manners that ye may know them even through thine own visions and experiences.
7. Rather, then, turn first to finding thy Lord and Master while He may be found. And know that as ye use the talents that are given thee from day to day, the next step will be shown thee. These doubts, these fears that come in thine experience are but thine own conscience - or the mind of thy subconscious self - SMITING thee. For whether ye be the dispenser of shoe laces or the beggar upon the corner where those that pass may find sympathy to add that which may keep the body and mind inviolate, though ye aid in those raids - as thou hast - upon the integrity of others, or though ye come in humbleness of spirit, He - thy Lord and Master - is EVER near; and when ye turn to Him He will answer speedily.
8. Then, set thy paths straight. Make the mental and physical and material efforts to open thine own heart and mind to those things that may enter in from the reading and experiencing of those messages He gave. For they are to THEE, if thou wilt but MAKE them a part of thee! And ye will find that as He guides thee, whether ye be counseling with this or that group in thine material activity, that which will bring the greater UNDERSTANDING to thee will be opened up and help may come most to those who in humbleness of manner, in sincerity of purpose, who in the GLORY of the promises seek His ways.
9. Then come AGAIN, my friend, my brother, and ye shall receive in the measures that ye have made the effort.
10. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file

BACKGROUND

1. 12/31/34 "First, allow me to apologize for not keeping my appointment, for which I am very sorry, while you were in N.Y. I am sending my application, which I obtained from Mrs. [729]. Starting next week (Jan. 9th) I will send you some of the money and will do so until my membership is paid in full... I am particularly interested to know what my mission in this life is supposed to be. I always feel that I am off on the wrong lead, and I know you will advise me the proper way."

REPORTS

1. 1/09/35 EC's ltr. to Mr. [784]:
   My dear Mr. [784]:-
   We had yours of the 31st. At the time of your appointment we wondered what happened to you, as we held the afternoon open for you.
   As you will see from the information forwarded to you, we attempted your Life Reading; but got more of a Mental and Spiritual than an ordinary Life Reading. Apparently, there are some decisions for you to make yourself - and then there may be given something in a Life Reading that might be very much worth while. I'll be anxious to know your reactions to that received, and trust you will let us hear from you.
   Know that we feel a personal interest in every individual that seeks through this channel, and we are anxious to try and be of help. Of course, in our own conscious mind we know little or nothing of that which is the individual problem. Apparently there's a great deal more knowledge of this kind from whatever source the information comes, than it is possible for us to have individually. At times this information is very much in keeping with what is the very best an individual can make of himself. At others we find individuals who are ready to refute a great deal, and possibly do not see themselves just in that light - or feel they have made efforts in that direction. This again, of course, is the individual choice of observing things.
   But know it is our purpose to be of a help, and we will certainly be very glad to hear from you.
   Trusting to have been of some help, and with kindest personal regards, I am
   Sincerely, EC:GD
2. GD's note: We didn't hear from him again.

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