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New Year Conference

Master Kuthumi

December 1994

Beloved students of the universal light of God,

You have come together and meet this afternoon, to share many divine ideas with one another, truly manifesting the Presence of God that lives within each and every one of you. This, beloved ones, is one of the concepts behind this afternoon's exercise. Divine ideas can be interpreted in many ways and this has been your opportunity to receive further enlightenment from your brothers and sisters, who have also chosen to be here.

Let us first define the term "divine ideas", for this term has many forms. Perhaps you may consider divine ideas to be only a standard of perfection―the perfect ideals you would like to see brought forth one day. Another way of explanation is your actual plan of action―the perfect design which you will follow in bringing forth perfection upon the physical plane of existence. As with many terms, the meaning can vary. How you look at your divine plan in this life depends upon the way in which you have consciously chosen to work with God's sacred and holy energy.

The students who find their way home, here to Shamballa, are the individuals who, instead of just thinking about how this Earth will move forward into its higher vibration, actually do what is necessary to bring it forth, be it through a combination of their thoughts, memories, feelings and actually doing the physical labor that is required for manifestation. As most of you have come to understand, this path is not an easy one. However, the rewards are so many that, once begun, you again feel your connection with God and the oneness of all life. Thus, your choice is made, and you will forever continue to work with the Ascended Masters in this way.

Another exercise that has been previously used here at Shamballa as a tool for your learning is that of consciously entering the silence as a group, for several hours. During this conference we have expanded this activity to two days. The first thought for many of you was: "How in the world can I do everything I need to do, including visiting with my many brothers and sisters, whom I have not seen since the last conference, if we are unable to speak to one another?"

You have thought over this so-called problem and will solve it in many different ways. Some of you plan to leave the property from time to time and do your talking elsewhere. Others plan to be silent for the entire two day period. However, some of you have chosen to enter the silence and to speak only when God has something to say through you. For this to happen, you must be silent and listen to the many divine ideas which are always available to you from your I AM Presence through your Holy Christ Self. You must also be comfortable in a world without the casual chatter that often fills the perfect peace and quiet which always surrounds you.

I am aware that this exercise may not be an easy task for some of you, but as you open your minds and hearts to this experience, I am sure you will learn a great deal. Remember also that this is a time set aside for you to prepare―not only yourself, but Shamballa―for the sacred ceremonies taking place. These ceremonies will allow a smooth and perfect transition to take place, as we quietly move from a year filled with wisdom and illumination into a year filled with pure divine love. For this to happen, as you have chosen to take more responsibility for future events upon your planet, the time has come where you must be very centered within yourself and your vibrations must be raised to the highest level possible.

You have been told that the City of Shamballa will some day be visible to the sight of all humanity and I would like to offer—for your consideration, how this might take place. Shamballa—in fact, all great foci of light—were removed from the physical plane of this planet for the protection of all concerned during the time when a great darkness covered the Earth. Have you ever wondered how this was accomplished?

It has been explained that the temples were raised high into the ethers which surround this earth, or hidden deep within her physical vehicle. Could this mean that, instead of these great foci of light being physically removed to some remote area of the atmosphere high above the Earth, the vibratory level of these sacred temples and those beings who serve from within them was raised to such a point that—even though we can no longer see them with our physical sight—they still reside upon the physical plane of this planet? Even the temples which lie beneath the surface of the earth are able to co-exist within this space, because of their higher vibratory activity.

The day will come when, as each person is able to raise their personal vibrations to such a level, they, too, will see and be able to actually enter these magnificent temples and cities which are located all around this beautiful planet. Could it be this simple? If so, is it not clear what must now be done? Contemplate my words, beloved friends, and perhaps this concept will answer many questions concerning some of your personal experiences, since awakening to the existence of the ascended masters and working with much higher energies.

We have shared many ideas today—you and I—and the time has come to once again enter the silence and listen to the language of the heart for further explanation. Please take some time to do so and remember, you are always enfolded in my love and light, as you continue on your ever-expanding path toward enlightenment and spiritual freedom.

I AM your brother,

Kuthumi