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HEAVEN

CONCERNS: The energetic, creative, eternal basis of the Universe; that which is unmanifested but which stimulates into manifestation that which we experience as the material world; the infinite gradations of subtle energy that lie beyond the tangible; the spiritual Presence which awakens us to Itself.

1. Be patient while the creative energy lies dormant, gathering strength for employment at the proper time.
2. Our sincerity, proper dedication and reliability are beginning to manifest in the world, creating opportunities for our beneficial influence.
3. When we have achieved some power and influence in the world, it is vital we redouble our efforts to follow the correct path of selfless service or we run the risk of betraying a promising course of development through selfishness.
4. This is the time and place of transition and choice; as we patiently master ourselves, the path we are to take will be clearly indicated.
5. We transform ourselves into powerfully creative, useful models for others when we make self-development and self-perfection the basic practice of our lives.
6. We court disaster when we extend ourselves without limit.

COMMENT: The divine, creative principle acts unremittingly over time; the sun rises each day and shines without fail, creating and supporting life. To the extent that we persistently concentrate our efforts on that which is vital to our lives and to the lives of all, we emulate this heavenly virtue, stimulating growth, development, change and evolution in the world.