OVERCOMING HATRED TOWARD ANOTHER
Question—If one has been harboring a great hatred toward another, will it make his demonstration more possible if he confesses this and seeks forgiveness?

ANSWER—To seek forgiveness, one need turn toward no one but his inner Self, where he may unburden the unlovely attributes of his soul. HE KNOWS that in that inner fire of Love, all dross is burned up and only the pure gold remains. Two thoughts cannot occupy the same mind at the same time, neither can hatred and love occupy the same heart at the same time, and when hatred leaves, love will automatically take its place. However, if you have caused this person to feel your dislike, it might be well to take the matter up in your time of meditation. Tell your Indwelling all about it; ask to be given guidance and the words to heal the situation. You will get a lead, even though you are not conscious of its presence at the time. You will find the (page 87) opportunity presents itself for you to make amends, and right words will be given you. But remember, love is a giver and not a getter. BE VERY CERTAIN that you are not subconsciously making a bargain with yourself. Your motive should be honestly and clearly examined and if the motive is for the sake of establishing God's harmony between yourself and your friend, it will prosper mightily and your demonstrations, all of which are fulfilled by love, cannot fail. We are warned against "Offering the body to be burned." It is the "Spirit that quickeneth."

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