Spiritual Interlude

My Wish Has Been Fulfilled

By Brother Initiate Xiaoyou, Taoyuan, Formosa

As a student, I had to be thrifty due to my financial situation. Whenever I saw Master's delicate and perfect artistic creations, newly published books or videotapes, I often regretted not being able to have them all. Usually, all that I could do was just linger where Her creations were displayed. All the while I have always hoped that whenever Master organizes any emergency relief, or charity sales of Her priceless belongings and personal items I would be able to offer my humble help. With God's ingenious arrangement and fellow initiates' loving care for me, I found a job thus ensuring I could gradually fulfill my wish.

During a recent charity sale of Master's personal items to raise money for the poor people in Formosa, I had more confidence to go there with fellow initiates to participate and I understood the importance of the project. I initially thought I would at least go there just to satisfy my longing, however, once there, I did not know where I got the courage to order a precious item that Master had used. At the time, it was such a spontaneous decision that I did not think at all where I would get the money to pay for it.

Later, when my year-end bonus was given to me, I realized where the money would come from, however, it was still not quite enough, so I didn't know what to do. Incredibly, on the day that I was supposed to pay for it, my boss gave me an additional allowance enabling me to have enough money and I felt extremely happy. I now know that the only thing that I needed to do was to have a simple intention, that is, wishing to participate in Master's work and help others.

Even though my mind kept denying the extent to which I could use my ability to help, Master ingeniously made my wish of devoting myself to others come true. Although my contribution was limited at that time, I felt very honored, rich, happy and joyful, and these feelings overflowed in my heart.

Through this personal experience, I have realized why Master wants us to always, in every thoughtful moment, look at the good side and think positively because changing ourselves is indeed changing the whole world. Now, I have both visible and invisible treasures with me. I do not feel at all that I have made any effort, because I know that everything that I have obtained is due to the grace of God. Thank You, Master!

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