?I suppose you believe that's God's fault?? Gideon asked. ?Someone once said,?God is simple. All else is complex.? Yes,of course,it's simplicity itself, but within its simplicity are powers too majestic and invincible to comprehend.Let me put it another way. When there's a relationship of absolute trust between you and your God, many things start to happen. For example, you'll find that your life seems to have more meaning, that you're much stronger and more peaceful than before and that you don't whine and complain as much as you used to. You'd be happier than you've ever been and other people would seek you out just to be in your company.?
Sitting here on the porch with my two other-worldly friends reminded me of a similar visit long ago. ?Haven't we discussed these things before?? I asked.
With a smile of forbearance, Marla said, ?Many times, John, many times. Each time we discuss this idea you understand a bit more than the time before. Perhaps, this time you'll get the meaning of the whole concept.
Enlightenment doesn't always come with a brilliant flash of lightning or the exploding rumble of thunder. It's more evolutionary than revolutionary. Sometimes it creeps up ever so slowly, ever so gently, takes you by the hand and says, ?Come with me, I'll show you wonders undreamed of and I'll give you peace and happiness unheard of.? Enlightenment says there are no beginnings, no endings only a state of being. Remember the birds and the books in your dream??
?You mean when I was a little boy? The dream about the birds under the mango tree? You know about that, huh?? I waited for her answer, but Gideon replied instead.
?We know many things, John. Every beginning appears to lead to an ending, but then again, every so- called ending implies a new beginning. So, really there are no beginnings nor endings, just the ongoing process of life. We use beginnings and endings as markers and reference points and, as such, they may be of some small use. But the highway of life is endless and the journey is much more exciting when one really knows the secret ? the simple secret of living life to its fullest. That was precisely what was written in the unfamiliar language in the book you found under the tree in your dream.?
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A few weeks had gone by since my return from the land of mysteries. To me, this ancient place always conjured up visions of fiercely armed warriors charging across the plains to do battle with opposing armies. It is interesting to observe how some of the most awesome experiences of one's life could quickly fade into vague memories. Such was the case with my Indian ?adventures? as I fell into the routine of daily life again.
Every now and then I'd think of Gideon and Marla. But they,too, didn't command prime time on my daily priority list. There were more pressing duties,like completing a manuscript and beginning a new one, preparing for a lecture tour, buying new shoes for Jonathan, helping Malika fix a flat tire, refinancing my business and countless other activities all competing for my time and attention.
This day, I was quietly relaxing on my back porch, half-asleep, dimly observing the activities of the wildlife in the back yard. It had been a rather hectic day and I felt a few minutes of relaxation before dinner would do me some good.Exhausted, I must have dozed off for the next thing I remember hearing was someone calling my name.I opened my eyes to the sight of Gideon and Marla standing before me.
?Greetings!? said Gideon,?didn't want to wake you, but we have to talk. Can you spare a few minutes??
Before I could answer, Marla came over, gave me a big hug and gently kissed me on the cheek. ?It's been a few weeks, John, but we needed to get together with you.?
Now, I was wide-awake, wondering about the urgency of their visit. ?I've missed both of you,? I said, as they each took a chair, ?and I trust all has been well. But why the big hurry to talk to me??
?We just came from a meeting with the Chief,? said Gideon. ?You remember? The Big Chief? The Creator of the Universe? Alphaand Omega? Remember meeting Him yearsago??
?How could I forget? Still seems like a strange dream,? I answered. ?Once on a sailing ship, then in an office in the Big City and another time at a party gathering. Both of you, too. It all seemed quite real.?
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John Harricharan has sinced written about articles on various topics from Web Development, Religion and Web Development. Lecturer, entrepreneur and MBA business consultant, John Harricharan is the author of the award-winning book, "When You Can Walk on Water, Take the Boat."