Illawarra District, New South Wales, 09, 16, 2002.

Midwayer Mathew, Machiventa.
Subject: “The Chess Game, The Pawns, The Victory”

Received by George Barnard

Mathew: “So would you call this a productive day?”

George: “Not really. It’s kinda like Friday the thirteenth arriving three days late in this part of Australia. But I guess we’ll get back to it all tomorrow and try again.”

Mathew: “It is not going to work for you if you are going to continue to antagonize people. And I know that in most instances you are trying to handle the issues in a humorous fashion, but people are not going to have that kind of tolerance on a continuous basis.”

George: “No, I wouldn’t say so. I’m trying to be constructive. I’m trying to produce, and get somewhere. I’m too often up against a barrier of prejudice, and I don’t like it!”

Mathew: “What is the alternative?”

George: “Isolation. I thought about it. Take a dinghy out there, catch a fish, let it go again and feel good about that. Then think about nothing else.”

Mathew: “Does that work?”

George: “No better than my being rude, or my being nice to people. I don’t know the answer. I think it is a cultural one. One that is going to make it very difficult for something like the Teaching Mission to ever move beyond the boundaries of the US.”

Machiventa: “I’ve been listening in on this discussion, and I can tell you that in time it will happen. And I want you to see, and grasp at, and comprehend that you are one of the many elements we are using to break down this seemingly unassailable barrier. It is correct and appropriate for you to conclude that there must be a balance between those of the Churches and those of Progress.

(A large chessboard comes into view. It is the size of a table for perhaps thirty people to have their meals at. All the squares are white and there are only pawns. A Melchizedek is standing there, facing me, and moving a pawn with a long stick, like a billiard queue.)

“It is correct for you to conclude that, whereas your different ways will be accepted by some and rejected by others, whereas a staid, long-term involvement will be appreciated by some, and be frowned upon by others who may well be envious of that record… (unclear on the tape, and I forgot what he said).

“I want you to realize that you, and many others just like you, play a part in the overall chess game of the Correcting Time. Is it a game? You might well ask. No, it is deadly serious. But in our realm, in our planning departments, and in the arenas of specialist forecasting, preparation and attention to detail(s), extraordinary intellects are involved in adjusting and moving the chess pieces towards the resounding victory that is Light and Life, and with a minimal loss of pawns on the way – pawns that are bowled over and pick themselves up again – pawns that through constant handling show much wear – and yet continue to aim themselves, and continue to be aimed by us, to play their part in the ultimate battle, this crucial mêlée.

“That is my goal and the goal of all those who serve under me; the ultimate victory that is Light and Life for Urantia.

“I want you to have more confidence in the accuracy of what you are receiving. I want you to take less notice of the disturbing messages that are coming through. I want you to try to more regularly find peace and tranquility that will put your mind completely at ease.

“I send my love to all. I am Machiventa.”

© 11:11 Progress Group

Idaho, US of A, September 19, 2002.

Machiventa Talks.

Subject: “His Embrace and Protection”

Received by Sandy Montee.

Machiventa: “Good morning, Sandy.”

Sandy: “Good morning Machiventa. How are you doing today? I'm glad I don't have your job in this crazy mixed up world.”

Machiventa: “It is a challenge. Yes. For you mortals, and even for some of your Teachers, it is best to take it one day at a time. There are occasions when all of us would be best advised to take it just one minute at a time. Am I not correct?

Sandy: “You got that right. Are we going to put out a transmission today?”

Machiventa: “Yes, I think we already are. And let us talk some more about living life one day at a time. As I hear it being said, ‘it is important to live life on life's terms’.

“Your lives are full of many, many lessons, and these are all in preparation for the next phases of your existence. It is often a matter of placing one foot in front of the other and to just keep on plodding along at those times when, seemingly, there is no immediate progress relating to your goals and aspirations.

“At those times, try to find another little target for your involvement for the day, no matter how small, and then work toward achieving that. Pray to the Father to help you along your way and be aware of His Presence. The Father wishes only that you are happy and filled with joy. You are noticeably in His Embrace, and to us also visibly under His Protection. Become aware of those feelings of your being cared for, and thrive on His never-ending Love for you.

“I send my love to all. Have a great day. This is Machiventa.”

* * * * *

Notes: There was a lot more than just words to this contact. Uncanny. I became clearly aware of some friends on our 11:11 Lists who could and would take this message to heart, and who were deemed to be in need of this simple bit of advice. And this is not the first time that happened to us either. People often claim they were waiting for just that very message, at just that precise time… Sandy.

Comments from Subscribers

In the footnotes of “Machiventa Talks” of September 19, 2002 I wrote:

There was a lot more than just words to this contact. Uncanny. I became clearly aware of some friends on our 11:11 Lists who could and would take this message to heart, and who were deemed to be in need of this simple bit of advice. And this is not the first time it happened to us either. People often claim they were waiting for just that very message, at just that precise time… Sandy Montee.

Among others, George received these (your) replies in Australia. Here they are:

What a great and much needed message! I had a day yesterday… I looked at a big mistake and didn't take into consideration all the little successes. A great piece of advice this morning! A big project seemed so out of reach and yet, I could ask the Father's help to center on just one thing at a time. Again Machiventa to the rescue. He is a marvel… In His immeasurable love, I am your sister.

Ironically, yesterday I found my self at a point of understanding and it was -- everything we do at this moment is in preparation for the next thing, the next moment, the next day the next generation, ad infinitum and there is no stopping this continual movement -- ever.

Thank you Sandy and George, you are so right about needing just that message from Machiventa. It has happened to me many times. Always I feel the love of our Prince when he speaks through you Sandy. Thank you Machiventa for being here for us.

© 11:11 Progress Group

Que Dios Padre los bendiga a todos -- May God the Father bless you all.

Idaho, US of A, September 29, 2002.

Machiventa Talks.

Subject: “To perceive through the Veil.”

Received by Sandy Montee.

Machiventa: “Good afternoon, Sandy. This is Machiventa.

“Let us give some thought today to putting our trust in God’s Will, our lives in His Hands. As the Father of all, He has the best interest at heart for each member of His very great family, and although many may at times feel that He has deserted them, this is never the case.

“From lengthy personal observation, I understand only too well that for mortals there are many times when you find it difficult to perceive through the veil that hides reality – the shroud that makes it so difficult for you to discern life as a valid spiritual existence here on Urantia.

“Somehow many of you still believe that your Spiritual Self is completely grounded on planet Earth and cannot even see into the higher realms, or that It is likewise oblivious of the fact that indeed you are, at some time to become a fully unified Spirit Being that is now gaining valuable experience on Urantia for a most important career into Eternity.

“The daily joys and frustrations, distractions and duties of living your lives can make it seemingly impossible to discover what is, and what is not, the Father’s Will. If you allow yourself to be spirit-led, this intuition can direct you into “the knowing” that your existence here is ‘but a flash in time’, and that each person can greatly gain from the abundance of experiences you are granted by order of God’s Will.

“Trust in the Father, and ask only of him that he will allow you to live and love and care for others, as well as for yourself. Try not to take this life here lightly, for it is a valuable chance to learn that the Father is giving you the opportunities to move ever closer to Him in the experiences He places before you, yet while giving you every chance to find happiness and joy in your daily travel.

“The journey of life brings with it the responsibility for you to use your insight to pierce through that veil and determine God’s will for you, and for you to lead your life accordingly. This is not such a tall order because He expects you to make many mistakes along the way and to often trip and fall. The importance is your gaining the ability to stand back up and learn and try again.

“As you bring your love to many people, they will in turn give it back to you. Think of life as an opportunity, never a burden.

“We will again keep this short today, for in these few words you will find life’s most important message. I will say goodbye for now.

“I am Machiventa.”

© 11:11 Progress Group

Idaho, US of A, October 7, 2002

Machiventa Talks.

Subject: “Self Esteem.”

Received by Sandy Montee

Machiventa: “We are talking about self-esteem today.

“We enter into this discussion because I notice so many making such serious mistakes by virtue of their having such a low sense of worth and a lack of self-respect. The key word here is expectancy.

“Of great importance is how you expect people to treat you, and also how you treat others, but most vital is this in a partnership, and in a work relationship. At times, it is easy to put all the blame for an unsuccessful relationship upon yourself entirely, when in truth you may be “giving”, and the other person may be “taking” to a large extent.

“All good relationships are balanced give and take situations. And if one is doing most of the giving, the other most of the taking, one will soon tire of that, and begin running away from that association. Soon there may well be a lack of realization about with whom of the partners the problem originated.

“If realized in time that a relationship is not giving the satisfaction it should award, it is fitting to establish negotiations with the other party in order to correct what is going wrong. The most sinister aspect of a relationship or involvement that is unrewarding and deteriorating is how one can slowly lose one’s self-esteem and how this will then reflect on one’s approach to all other associations. All other relationships become more difficult to evaluate, and even harder to balance.

“Your most important relationship is the one you have with your God, and you may well have been brought up to mistakenly understand that God is going to turn away from you if you are not good enough for Him, or if you commit a sin. The concept of an ever-loving Father is so easy to logically accept -- that of a vengeful Creator Parent so difficult to erase from the human psyche.

He sent us his Son, Michael (Jesus), as an example of how to live our lives. And Michael too, was at times apprehensive about how His life was progressing. He needed comforting words from the Father at those times, and the Father was there for Him, proud of His Son, as He is proud of each of you.

“When your relationship with another person is in trouble, talk with the Father about it. Bring your concerns to the Father, no matter how small these concerns may seem, for He is there, ready to assist, and so is Michael.

“Expect love and care in your personal relationships, and know that these relationships -- positive or negative -- may perhaps in time come to reflect on how you will perceive and conduct your interactions with the Father and with Michael.

“Be aware of the actions of the other party and be aware of your own actions and reactions. The building up of your self-esteem begins with you, and your judging yourself fairly. I will leave you with these thoughts. I send my love and care.

“I am Machiventa.”

“Le Bon Dieu est toujours au Volant.”

(The Creator is always at the Steering Wheel.)