About
three years ago, prior to her initiation, sister Chen used to grow fruit in
a partnership with friends. However, conflicts arose frequently due to the
many partners involved. The pressure and frustration often made sister Chen
want to quit. But she had to earn enough to cover her family's living expenses
and her children's education. It was a very hard decision for her, and it
took her a long time to finally decide to start a business on her own. She
started by selling fruit in the market but did not earn much, only a few hundred
NT dollars a day, despite working long hours. Thus, she was very frustrated.
One
day, sister Chen went to sell fruit as usual. At noon she went to a vegetarian
noodle stand for lunch. Seeing one of Master's books on the table, she picked
it up and started to read it. The owner of the noodle place was Master's disciple.
She enthusiastically invited her to visit Master at Hsihu Center. So one Sunday,
sister Chen and her son went to the Center. As a devout Buddhist, she was
shocked when she could not find a temple of worship in the Center. All she
saw were lots of people sitting on their cushions in meditation. She was so
confused! At that time she knew nothing about meditation!
She
wandered around for a while before taking a rest in the shade. When she was
half asleep, she saw Master appear in front of her in her dream. She told
Master the hardships in her life and prayed to Her for help. Master's transformation
body smiled and nodded as though in consent. A miracle happened the next day!
Some kind-hearted people came to look for her and asked if she wanted to sell
fruit in another market. They even found a spot for her in the market place.
There, her business suddenly became better! At times she could earn five or
six thousand NT dollars in one day.
After
a series of miraculous experiences such as the above and acquiring an understanding
of Master's teachings, she realized the importance of being initiated. So
she and her sons received initiation from Master. She has since meditated
diligently and whenever she has problems or difficulties, these are always
solved easily. Her example again proves what Master has been telling us: if
we practice well, God will take care of everything.
Master's
Wonders
