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4.03.2007

Means of grace and Man #1,2,3,4

Means of grace is a big subject that separates Christian groups. What are called 'sacraments', for instance. But also the Bible itself. Prayer doesn't seem to be in much dispute, just mostly neglected.

The Work gives wisdom in seeing it (and it's so easy to not remember this): Man #1 sees it his way, Man #2 sees it his way, and Man #3 sees it his way. Then Man #4 has his own understanding of it.

For Man #4 'means of grace' become practical effort. Two conscious shocks are a means of grace.

Man #1 needs/wants a more ritualistic/sensual experience. Man #2 needs/wants a more emotional experience. Man #3 needs/wants a more intellectual approach. Man #4 needs/wants a more practical/direct experience. Etc.

Posted by c.t. at 18:44