Spiritual Interludes
 

Some time ago, brother Chen Wong-Hu was feeling very awkward about everything he did. He ran into difficulties in just about everything. Even his favorite automobile became a problem. He took it to a repair shop several times, but no specific reasons for the problems could be found; and as soon as he drove it out of the shop, the problems would return. His car was an imported luxury model which normally did not have such problem, so brother Chen wanted to sell it.

Shortly after, brother and sister Lee went to visit him. During the course of their conversation, they mentioned that one should read Master's books, watch Her video tapes, and listen to Her cassette tapes often. The next day, after brother Chen finished meditating, he casually picked up a News magazine and read the article entitled "Master's Secret of Attaining Enlightenment". In the article She said, "Do you know how I attained Enlightenment? It's because I always think about others. You are still stuck there, saving all the good things for yourselves, grabbing the best food for yourselves..."

Brother Chen suddenly understood; he realized that he was trying to sell his car with unknown problems to others. It was not good conduct, especially for a practitioner. He had encountered some difficulties and didn't want to resolve them, yet he was willing to give them to others. This is indeed a wrong attitude.

After coming to this understanding the knot in brother Chen's heart was released. He suddenly felt relieved and clear. He was determined to find out what the problem was, no matter how much money he had to spend. The next day, he took the car back to the same shop and it only took the same mechanic a short time to find the problem and solve it!

Brother Chen learned many lessons from this experience: give the best to others; listen to Master's tapes and read Her books more often; and apply Her teachings in daily life. Whether it's dealing with other people or reflecting on oneself, we must behave with utmost sincerity.

Everything Master says is very significant. If we are not careful, we may miss the opportunity to know many secrets!