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The following joke contacted us, saying it wants to bring you some good laughs. It’s called “Who’s the Liar?”
At home…
“Who broke this new toy?”
“No idea.”
“You are lying. You are the only child in the house.”
“No, it wasn’t me. Maybe it was Dad? I don't know anything.”
“You cannot lie, you know. Your nose will turn long like Pinocchio.”
“That’s a lie!”
“No, it’s not. It’s from the story that I read to you at bedtime yesterday. It has deep meaning and a moral behind it. And it will really happen if you continue lying and you do not admit your mistakes.”
“Then, how come your nose has not turned long? You tell Mom daily that her cooking is tasty when it tastes bland, like straw.”
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And now we have a heartline from Bima in Kediri, Indonesia:
Beloved Supreme Master Ching Hai, Since I was a child, I have always loved kindness. I don’t like it when people are vilified, so I chose to join the military. I became a member of the Indonesian National Army (TNI). Initially, I refused the vegan teachings, but after I read Master’s book in 1998, I felt it’s suitable and was moved to follow Master. Twelve years before retiring from the TNI, I followed Master and finally I was initiated in 2000.
I have a friend who was initiated in 1993, and he often taught me about how to meditate, starting from breathing techniques. A lot of people follow my friend’s teachings. Many people believe in him because when he meditates, he can fly. So many people are stunned to see him. I also started meditating together with my friend and many other people. But when I was initiated, the Quan Yin messenger told me that his method was wrong. But my friend still believed in his own method. My other friend also said that if I didn’t follow my friend’s teachings, I was wrong. But I said that our Master is the Master, not that friend. And finally I never came to meditate with him again. I experienced many challenges from my friends and also from the environment when I followed Master. But I still believed in Master.
After following Master, I feel my life is carefree. Health and economic problems also became smooth. The same goes for my children’s lives. I once had an inner vision of flying up and meeting with Buddha, where I was escorted and guided by Buddha. I saw that the Earth was destroyed, the ground exploded, and lightning struck from above. But I believe in Master. Whatever happens is from Master. Thank You, Master, for always guiding me until now. Bima from Kediri, Indonesia
Persevering Bima, Our appreciation for sending us your heartline.
Master inspired us to reply to you with all our love: Truehearted Bima, the purpose of spiritual practice is not to fly and have healing or magical powers. It is to know God within yourself and go Home. Often, people who have otherworldly abilities become attached to them and enmeshed ever more deeply in this illusionary world. This is not desirable and very difficult to let go of. It is good you have not fallen into this trap. May you and the unwavering Indonesian people remain forever in God’s loving Care. We sure have enjoyed spending time with you on Noteworthy News. May your life be touched by Divine love.
