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- ***The Power of Negative Self-talk - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneMost people in the world today don’t realize how powerful their words are. Words are spoken thoughts. Thoughts are things! God created the world by the power of His Word, and so do we! Most people practice negative self-talk, day in and day out. And then they wonder why their lives are not ...
Views: 2357 - ***The Prayer of St. Francis - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneOne of the most beautiful prayers in the world is the prayer of St. Francis. It is actually both a prayer and an affirmation, and, said aloud and/or silently within oneself in repetition, it serves as a powerful tool to bring about heightened states of consciousness and awareness. It describes ...
Views: 1714 - ***The Probationary Path is a Path of Preparation to Prepare the Incarnated Soul for the First Initiation - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe probationary path is a path of preparation to prepare the incarnated Soul for the first initiation. The Soul upon the probationary path very slowly begins to tune in to the Higher Self, and in turn, the Higher Self vaguely begins to turn its attention to the incarnated Soul. At this ...
Views: 2271 - ***The Second Initiation involves Beginning Mastery of the Emotional Body and Desire Self - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe second initiation deals with learning to control and master the emotional or astral body. This involves mastering uncontrolled lower-self desires and replacing them with the higher desires of the Soul. Selfish desires are transcended, to a basic degree, by a desire to serve. Selfish love ...
Views: 2688 - ***The Secret How to Become a Clear Channel for Spirit and the Ascended Masters - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe secret to truly channel the Ascended Masters and Angels, and to bring through clear and pure messages, is to purify your physical, emotional and mental bodies. If this requirement is not given, then the messages coming through will be distorted and as a result illusionary. The ...
Views: 4683 - ***The Sixth Initiation is called the Ascension Initiation - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe sixth initiation is called the “ascension initiation.” From a smaller angle and perspective, the process of ascension begins at the sixth initiation and is completed at the seventh initiation. However, from a bigger perspective, the process of ascension beings with the probationary path ...
Views: 4340 - ***The Spiritual Hierarchy Functions as the Spiritual Government of Planet Earth - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe inner plane Spiritual Hierarchy functions as the Spiritual Government of this planet. Now, the Planetary Spiritual Government is not a government as we understand the term on Earth. It adheres to highest Spiritual ideals and is inspired by a spirit of service, devotion and Spiritual ...
Views: 2693 - ***The Universe is Alive with Celestial Species - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneWe are not the only species in the universe, and to believe otherwise is to live in illusion. One just needs to look at the sky and consider all the star systems out there, of which there are infinite, to realize how foolish it is to believe that humans are the most evolved and only species in ...
Views: 1810 - ***The Why, How, Where and When of Meditation - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneDaily meditation is an essential Spiritual practice of the Integrated Ascended Master. It is the process of withdrawing our attention from the outer world and directing it towards the inner world. Why should I meditate? To quiet the mind, enter a space of no thought, attune with Spirit, and ...
Views: 1897 - ***There are all Kinds of Angels - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneArchangels are in charge of large groups of Angels whose service is focused in all areas of life. As such there are so-called healing angels, angels of peace, guardian angels, angels of beauty, angels of the home, angels of the garden, angels of mercy, angels overlighting every forest, every ...
Views: 1757 - ***Three Golden Keys to Transcend Maya and the Dweller on the Threshold - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneIn the Narada Bhakti Sutra, a popular Sutra in Hindu tradition, the sage Narada shares the secrets to overcome maya. In essence, maya is the unreal that hides the Real. It is the sum total of all the illusions, glamours and projections that hide our Real Self – our Eternal Self or God Self, also ...
Views: 2757 - ***Time wasted is life wasted - Sai Baba Gita - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe purpose of life is to realize God and attain God Consciousness. Said another way, the purpose of life is to become an Integrated Ascended Master. However, unfortunately most people have forgotten about the meaning and purpose of life and are lost in materialism, sensual pleasure and ...
Views: 1727 - ***We not Only have Lower Bodies, we Also have Higher Bodies called Lightbodies - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneWe not only have four lower bodies – physical, etheric, astral/emotional and lower mental body – we also have a number of higher bodies. These higher bodies are called Lightbodies because they are literally made of light. In truth, our four lower bodies are also made of light, but they ...
Views: 1800 - ***What is a so-called “Accepted Disciple?” - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneWhen a Master accepts an incarnated Soul as his disciple, the Soul is esoterically called an “accepted disciple.” The Master has accepted the Soul as his disciple and student, and so the Master is now starting to work a little bit with his new student. The incarnated Soul, in turn, must now ...
Views: 1754 - ***What is ascension? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneAscension is the process of breaking free from the wheel of rebirth. To ascend means to raise one’s frequency to a level that vibrates higher than physical/Earthly reality. To take one’s ascension in an integrated and balanced way means to synthesize and ascend equally all four bodies – ...
Views: 1523 - ***What is light quotient and light quotient building all about, and what does it have to do with the process of ascension? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe path of ascension is intimately connected with the path of initiation. Essentially, an initiation is an expansion of consciousness. The higher our level of initiation, the more evolved and expanded our consciousness will be. Our level of initiation is measured in light or light quotient. ...
Views: 3905 - ***What is reincarnation? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe idea of reincarnation is as old as man. Plato, Pythagoras (who was a past life of Kuthumi), the ancient Egyptians, Greek, Hindus and Buddhists all believed in reincarnation. The word “reincarnation” comes from the Latin and consists of two words: “re” means “again” and “carne” means ...
Views: 1620 - ***What is the Arcturian Joy Machine? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Arcturian Joy Machine is an amazing Arcturian technology and tool. It has a wonderfully beneficial effect on the emotional body. Any time you feel emotionally low, call for the Arcturian Joy Machine. I’ll make you a bet. Right now call to the Arcturians for the Arcturian Joy Machine to ...
Views: 2803 - ***What is the Core-Fear Matrix Removal Program? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe core-fear matrix removal program is an exciting program that allows the Ascended Masters on the inner plane to pull out core fear from our subconscious mind and energy system. This is how it works: Call forth Djwhal Khul or any Ascended Master that you feel a strong resonance with, and ...
Views: 3443 - ***What is the Findhorn Community? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneFindhorn is a small Scottish community that became known in the early 70’s for a small group of people who developed direct contact with the nature spirits and overlighting devas or angels of the plant kingdom. They followed the guidance given by these beings, and as a result all the plants and ...
Views: 1629 - ***What is the Findhorn Community? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneFindhorn is a small Scottish community that became known in the early 70’s for a small group of people who developed direct contact with the nature spirits and overlighting devas or angels of the plant kingdom. They followed the guidance given by these beings, and as a result all the plants and ...
Views: 1745 - ***What is the Synthesis Ashram? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Synthesis Ashram is an ashram or teaching center on the inner plane which originally was headed by the Ascended Master Djwhal Khul, and which now is headed by one of Djwhal Khul’s senior students, Dr Joshua David Stone. Every Ascended Master has such a teaching center and ashram on the ...
Views: 2669 - ***When we Pray, We are Using the Power Inherent in “The Word” - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StonePrayer is a very profound tool to transform our consciousness. By saying prayers we are using the power inherent in “the word.” It is said in the Bible that God created the world by the power of “The Word.” We are co-creators with God, so our word has creative power as well! By saying ...
Views: 1615 - ***Where are the Chakras located and what are their Hindu names? - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Chakras are positioned in our etheric body along the spinal column at major nerve centers. They form a central part of our esoteric anatomy. Their Hindu names are as follows: Crown Chakra: Sahasrara Third Eye Chakra: Ajna Throat Chakra: Vishuddha Heart Chakra: Anahata Solar Plexus ...
Views: 4345 - ***Who are the Arcturians? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Arcturians are a very advanced and God-pure civilization. They are headed by the Lord and Lady of Arcturus. They have transcended fear and the illusion of separation and have dedicated their life and consciousness to service. Part of their service work includes Planet Earth and helping ...
Views: 3933 - ***Who are the Elohim? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Elohim are known as the co-creator gods who created the world by the will of God. Together with the Angels they form the left and right hand of God. There are Elohim on each of the Seven Rays. Their names are: - First Ray Elohim: Hercules and Amazonia - Second Ray Elohim: Apollo and ...
Views: 2375 - ***Who are the Pleidians? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Pleidians are an advanced civilization in our galaxy that comes from a star cluster in the constellation Taurus which is about 500 light years from Earth. They are devoted to unconditional love and service. They are dedicated to help humanity evolve because they realize that we are all ...
Views: 2631 - ***Who are the Sirians? - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe Sirians are a very advanced civilization in our galaxy. They are dedicated to help us bring in the Golden Age of Universal Love and Peace. However, in truth they have been with us for a very long time, reaching back to the time of the Mayans and Egyptians. It was the Sirians who helped build ...
Views: 2119 - ***Who or What is the Spiritual Hierarchy? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneIf you are new to the path of ascension, you will probably feel somewhat confused when you hear words like “Hierarchy” and “Ascended Masters.” The so-called Spiritual Hierarchy is formed of great beings and teachers who have lived on Earth a long time ago and have returned now to share with ...
Views: 2712 - ***Why is the Fourth Initiation Esoterically called the Crucifixion? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneThe fourth initiation is esoterically called the crucifixion because it is at this initiation that one is crucified in the sense of outer supports being stripped away. All that is left then to hold on to is one’s inner relationship to self, God and the Masters. So this initiation has to do ...
Views: 4119 - ***Why so many Lightworkers are so easily deceived - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneLightworkers are often very naïve and easily deceived by so-called Spiritual teachers because: 1. They have not been trained in Spiritual psychology. 2. They do not understand the fragmentation that can take place between the Superconscious, conscious and subconscious minds. 3. They have ...
Views: 2430 - ***Why this Forgetfulness about our Divine Origin? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneAs has been said many times in Spiritual circles, “We are not humans having a Spiritual experience. We are Spiritual beings having a human experience.” Our true identity is our God Self, our Eternal Self, our Monad or Mighty I AM Presence – whatever term you prefer. And our God Self has ...
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