The Immortal - Book 1
-- by Joseph John (JJ) Dewey
The Mission - Chapter 21
For the next three days we recited the song faithfully several
times a day; then on the fourth day we seemed to get distracted
and didn't think to say it. We didn't suffer any obvious attack,
but I did notice that Elizabeth seemed more negative about her
illness. In addition, we got into several arguments which seemed
to take us out of the spiritual mood. During the fifth day there
seemed to be a cloud hanging over us. At bedtime neither of us
felt like saying the song, but I felt it was important so I prodded
Elizabeth into saying it along with me.
After we finished Elizabeth said: "I think we slipped
out of harmony with our souls. I didn't realize it until now.
Let's say it again."
We said it again and this time we felt a return to the great
peace we previously felt. As we were basking in the peace I said:
"This song really does have a positive effect. We must remember
to say it every day whether we feel like it or not."
Elizabeth agreed and we made a mental commitment to remember
to say the song each day.
Outside of the two days we did not say the song, the week went
pretty well. In fact it seemed to go better than usual. I sold
two homes without the usual problems and went through what was
supposed to be a difficult closing without a hitch. Elizabeth
also seemed to have more physical strength and, except for the
two negative days, her attitude was much improved.
Wayne and I were too busy for our weekly breakfast. In my spare
time that week I thought much about what my mission was supposed
to be and formulated a number of questions for John. From the
little John told me, I knew I was supposed to somehow present
his teachings and the keys of knowledge to the world, but I hadn't
taken that thought too seriously yet since I had not even completed
the first key myself. Yet he told me he was going to talk about
my mission during our next meeting. I was indeed curious about
that.
This time, when Thursday night arrived, Elizabeth and I said
the song together. We both felt a great peace and neither of us
was concerned about her staying alone for a couple hours.
As I got into my car to go to Denny's I found myself half expecting
to be whisked away to who-knows-where, but nothing happened. Without
incident I drove to Denny's, went inside, and found John drinking
coffee and reading the local newspaper in our regular booth.
As I sat down John looked up and smiled, "I see you have
been saying the song," he said.
"How can you tell?" John was always a surprise to
me.
"I see it, as I just told you."
"What do you mean you see it?"
"When I sang the song for you what did you see?"
John asked.
"I saw beautiful lights dancing around you."
"So you saw me singing the song?"
"Yes, I suppose so."
"Did you not also feel me singing the song?"
"Yes, we felt the most wonderful feelings one can imagine."
"And you also heard me utter the words, did you not?"
"Of course."
"The true singing of the Song of the 144,000 is accomplished
on three levels: the physical, emotional and mental planes, which
opens the door of the spiritual. You have been singing the song
recently and I can see your light and feel your peace. Thus, I
see that you have been singing the song."
"Could you explain more about what you mean by singing
on three levels?"
John paused and said, "If a person merely memorizes the
words and repeats them only on the physical plane, he is not truly
singing the song. The vibrations of words only being uttered cause
very little result. In addition to saying the words one must feel
and think the words. In a sense you become the Word which is God.
The final thing you must always do is to sing the song as if you
are in the presence of all others who are also in the great choir.
When you do this you open the door to the spiritual energy and
become a true singer of the song; you not only help yourself,
but you also assist all others who also know and use the song.
There is a strong interplay and sharing of energy that is available
to those who have the Father's name written in their foreheads."
"I have a question," I said. "When you sang
the song we saw a visible light around us, but when Elizabeth
and I did it we didn't see a light. How come?"
"You did not see a light, but I did. When I saw you walking
toward this booth you were glowing like an angel. You saw the
light in my presence for two reasons: I have had more practice
singing the song than you and the light was thus more intense:
second, your spiritual sight was more sensitive that night. If
you develop your spiritual sight you will be able to see the light
each time you correctly sing the song. You will sing this song
in groups in the future and some will see the light and others
will not. Everyone, however, will feel some type of effect. Those
who are not ready will feel a negative effect and will drop out
of the choir and not sing it again until they are more prepared."
"What's the main determination as to whether a person
is ready?" I asked.
"Each person will be his own judge. But if one is not
ready he will not benefit and thus will not even attempt to sing
the song on a regular basis."
"It seems odd to say we are singing a song when we are
not singing in the normal sense."
"From a higher point of view there is not a lot of difference
in beauty between speaking and singing. The beauty of the song
of the soul far eclipses the most beautiful singing on the earth.
Thus you will find some of the most spiritual people on the planet
often do not have a good physical singing voice. This is because
they have put so much attention on the inner beauty. On the other
hand, there are a handful of spiritual people who have also cultivated
a good singing voice, so you can't really judge the spiritual
evolution of a person by the sound of his physical voice."
"What a relief!" I joked. "I'd probably go to
Hell if I was judged by the way I sing."
"Actually you sing very well. If you were to listen to
your whole self, you would see it." John smiled.
"This is news to me," I said. "I've never thought
of myself as being a good singer any way you look at it."
John took a sip of coffee and asked. "Do you think you
have the first key word?"
"Yes. I really think I do."
"Let me have it then."
I told him the word that came to me last week.
"Are you sure that is correct?" he asked.
"Reasonably sure, yes."
"You must learn to trust the inner voice. When you are
in tune with it, there will not be doubt. What does your inner
Self say? Do you have the right word or not?"
"I'm real sure, but I wouldn't bet my life on it."
"There will come times when you must bet your life and
more on your inner voice. You must learn to register it and then
trust it with all you have. That is the only way to completely
free yourself of the influence of the Dark Brothers and all negative
energy. Now look deep within yourself and answer. Have you found
the right key word? Yes or no?"
I tried to tune into that still small voice, but the more I
tried to receive the more I doubted myself. Was I imagining the
confirmation because that's what I wanted or was I getting a real
answer? "I think I have the right answer, but to be honest
I don't know for sure."
"It is good that you are honest, but to complete your
mission you must learn to hear the inner voice and trust it. The
question is this: Is the key word you thought you received confirmed
by your inner voice or not?"
John sat up straighter and leaned forward. "If you cannot
give me the correct answer in the next few minutes then our relationship
is at an end and you will not see me again in this life."
I was stunned by his words and I felt myself flush. "What?
After all that I have gone through you would just cast me aside
if I cannot give you the correct answer here and now?" I
couldn't believe his words!
John studied my face for a moment. "I would not cast you
aside, but if you cannot receive and trust the inner voice of
the Spirit after all that you have gone through, I must find someone
else for the job. It is nothing personal, but I have a job to
do and I must have someone who trusts the still small voice. Now
I will give you a moment of silence, then give me the answer."
John was silent and I tried to tune into the voice, but seemed
to get nothing. John's statement unnerved me, but I tried to focus.
After a moment of frustration on my part John asked "What
is your answer?"
I was angry with myself because my moment of contemplation
gave me nothing. I decided to guess. "Yes. I have the right
answer. I'll go with it."
"Did your inner voice confirm that to you?" John
asked.
I paused a moment in fear. I never wanted to lie so much in
my life, but if I told John I received something it would be a
lie, and he would probably know it. I painfully told him the truth.
"I tried to get a confirmation, but I drew a blank. Have
I failed?"
"Not yet. Now take a couple minutes and contemplate. Are
you sure you have the right key word? Do you have confirmation
from the soul and do you trust it? Your next answer will be final.
I'm going to the rest room. When I return I expect your answer."
"Take your time," I said to John as he walked off.
I had never felt under pressure like this before. In the past
when I wanted some inner guidance I always tried to be in a situation
where there were no distractions, but this seemed impossible.
Nevertheless, I tried to clear myself and hear my inner voice.
"I think I have the key word. Is it correct? God help me.
Please tell me if it is correct!"
There was no answer. Nothing. I had never drawn such a blank
in my life. Here I was, with perhaps the greatest opportunity
a man has had for two thousand years, and I was going to let it
slip through my fingers. In addition to that, I would probably
lose Elizabeth because I would never receive the first three principles.
I almost started to cry, but held back the tears and forced myself
to continue. John would be coming back any minute.
I sat back in my seat, closed my eyes, and thought back to
last Thursday night when John taught us the parable and song and
when the key word came to me. For a moment I relived those few
glorious moments.
In an instant I realized I had the answer John wanted. At that
exact moment John came out of the bathroom.
He casually sat down in the booth and took another sip of coffee
and asked, "Do you have a confirmed answer?"
"Yes. I do."
"What is it, my friend?"
"I did not get confirmation tonight because I already
received confirmation at the time I received the key word. At
the moment I received it, I was completely sure, but during the
week my trust wavered and I doubted myself. When I let my mind
go back to that moment last week, I realized anew I had definitely
received the correct key word. My answer is yes. I am sure the
key word is right and it was confirmed by my inner self."
"No doubts, then?" he said.
"I am now sure," I said firmly.
"What if I were to tell you that you are wrong?"
I felt a shiver of fear go through me for a second, but then
gathered my composure. "I would say that you are wrong, because
I know what the inner voice confirmed to me, and even God cannot
take that away."
For the first time since I had known him John looked visibly
affected. His eyes became moist as he grabbed my right hand with
both of his,. and said, "The long famine of truth is over
my brother. You are ready to assist in bringing a great light
to the earth. Welcome to the Brotherhood."
John and I sat there in silence holding hands for what seemed
to be an hour, but I knew it was less than a moment. During that
interlude I did not have to ask him if the key word was correct.
I knew it was. During this time something else happened. I saw
the story of John's life over the past two thousand years. I was
amazed beyond words at the struggles he went through to help mankind.
But what affected me the most was that time and time again, his
work met with failure because of lack of cooperation from those
whom he had taught. Sometimes those who were supposed to be working
for the Brotherhood of Light were just sluggish; other times they
sought for their own glory; sometimes they were paralyzed with
fear; then, sadly, there were other times when the workers of
light lost their light and moved to the side of darkness and sought
to destroy all things that bring freedom and light to mankind.
Then, once every several hundred years I saw that John had
a faithful co-worker or two, and his heart was gladdened and his
hope in mankind renewed. After that I felt overwhelming emotion
over the hope and expectation that John had for me. At that instant
I broke off contact.
"You expect more out of me than I expect from myself.
I don't want to let you down as others have done."
"Never, never let fear of failure prevent you from taking
action. Remember the lesson of the parable. Always take action
on the highest you know and you will learn from your mistakes
and eventually meet with success."
I waited for the lump in my throat to go down and said, "One
thing that bothers me is that as great of a teacher and human
being as you are, you have still met with failure time and time
again over the past two thousand years. Do you really believe
we can succeed this time?"
"The past two thousand years has been a time of training
and preparation for the Workers of Light. We are now on the cusp
of a new age and a new energy. The keynote for the past two thousand
years has been sacrifice beginning with the sacrifice of Christ.
Now we are entering a grand new period where we can enjoy the
fruits of the sacrifice. The new keynote is service. Perhaps the
greatest phrase ever recorded from Joshua is that the greatest
in the kingdom of heaven shall be the greatest servant. The greatest
among the Brotherhood of Light are those with the greatest capacity
and willingness to serve.
"We seemed to fail a lot the past two thousand years because
we were learning and demonstrating sacrifice, but now it is decreed
we will learn and demonstrate service. In order to serve we must
succeed; therefore, it is our destiny we will succeed this time
around. There will be setbacks here and there, but our ultimate
success is as good as guaranteed." John smiled at me as if
I was part of this success.
"So, I take it I have passed some type of test here?"
I asked.
"Yes, you have. More important than learning the keys
is learning to trust what the Spirit confirms to you. When you
are given a confirmation, you are not usually given another one
until you are faithful to what you have already been given. Last
Thursday you were given a confirmation of the key word and you
were tempted to doubt it. Therefore, when you tried to get confirmation
again it did not come. Doubt throws up a wall between you and
your soul. You did exactly the right thing when you went back
to the point of reception and reviewed it. You did the same thing
when the Dark Brother tried to deceive you; you thought back to
what the true voice of the Spirit was like and compared it to
your dream. This is a process few have mastered. Almost everyone
wants confirmation of truth again and again instead of trusting
confirmation they have already received. If you cannot trust confirmation
you received yesterday, how do we know you will trust renewed
confirmation today?"
John continued. "The true disciple will not look for new
confirmations again and again. He will find them naturally when
he lives by the highest light he has already received.
John leaned forward and lowered his voice after our waitress
finished filling our coffee cups. "Let me repeat myself.
This is perhaps the most important advice you will ever receive:
Always live by the highest light you have already received. If
you do, you will receive more, worlds without end. If you do not,
your progression will come to an end and cannot proceed until
you go back, review the last light you have received, and then
live your life according to the standard of that light."
I thought a moment. "I've always tried to do that, but
did not realize the full implications of that standard until now.
So tell me. Am I done with the first key or what?"
"You have found the first key word. Now your next step
is to understand the key itself. During the next week I want you
to think about why this particular word is a key of knowledge
and why it identifies the core of your existence. Why is it the
cause of all motion in the universe from a planet to a pen to
an atom?"
"I feel privileged to continue this after the scare you
gave me." I said, laughing with relief.
John smiled reassuringly. "Not as bad as the scare you
gave me. I would probably feel worse losing a student with the
mission you are supposed to have than you would have in losing
the opportunity. After all, I have much more knowledge of the
implications of it all than you."
"So you were supposed to tell me more about this mission..."
I urged.
"Yes," he said. "There are several stages and
all will not be revealed at once. We want you to concentrate on
the work at hand rather than some future event that seems impossible
at the moment."
"What then is the first stage?"
"The first stage is for you to write several books giving
out new teachings and keys to the world."
I scratched my head. "I don't think you understand how
busy I am. To pay all my bills including Elizabeth's medical expenses
I now work 7 days a week, often 12-16 hours a day. I not only
have to work like crazy to make money, but I have to do all the
work around the house since Elizabeth's illness. I would be happy
to do whatever you ask if you would materialize a few gold bars
so my hands could be free."
John smiled. "I remember those few sweet years with the
Master - how we would often give Him replies like that. Do you
know what He usually said back to us?"
"What?"
"Oh ye of little faith."
I chuckled. "Well with me it should be "Oh ye of little
time". There are only so many hours in a day."
"Are you telling me it impossible for you to find time
to write a book?"
I reflected a moment. Oh, what the hell. "All right. Nothing
is impossible. I'll find some way."
"Let's look at the practical possibilities first. Can
you mortgage your house to free up some money which would free
up some time?"
I frowned. "Are you kidding? I'm mortgaged to the hilt!"
"How about friends or relatives. Will any of them help?"
"Most of them already think I'm too far out. No. None
of them would loan me money to write a book. I'd have to lie to
them and I know you don't want that."
"Dealing with the material side of life is something that
even the highest teachers have a problem with," said John,
frowning. "But especially in this age we recognize that it
is a necessity. All you need to do is find time to write your
first book or two. Now because of certain spiritual laws we cannot
just materialize you bars of gold or other wealth, but we do believe
that many people will be interested in the teachings and be willing
to buy the books. When this happens, you will have enough coming
in to free your hands so you can spend full time as a student,
teacher and writer."
I took a long sip of coffee. "Maybe I could stay up an
extra hour or two each evening until I get the book done. I'll
find a way to do it. I must warn you I have been planning on doing
some writing for years and have just not been able to find the
time, but I know this is important. When am I supposed to start?"
"Right away."
"But I haven't even completed the first key."
"You don't have to. The first book will tell about your
encounter with me and your experiences and what you have learned
up to this moment. You are not to reveal the first key word in
the first book. One reason is you are to give many copies of the
first book free by making it available on the Internet or any
other way you can come up with. There, seekers can download copies
and get a feel for what is to come. If they are then interested,
they can either purchase a hard copy or future books you write.
This will supply you with money to free your hands and begin other
projects we have in mind for you."
"So I am supposed to start writing right away and write
everything exactly as it has happened? The trouble with that idea
is no one will believe it. They'll think the book is the work
of an illusionary dreamer."
"Actually, you are more correct than you realize. We have
made two previous attempts to put out advanced teachings to the
world in a straightforward method and both failed miserably. We
found that new age gurus who just made everything up from their
subconscious had more success than did our two disciples. An additional
problem was our disciples were so honest and straightforward they
were boring."
"I'm sure you're not asking me to be dishonest."
"Far from it. Even Joshua would fall from the light if
he asked you to do that."
"So what are you asking?"
"We are asking you to write a book of fiction," John
replied.
"Fiction? But none of these fantastic things that has
transpired is fiction." I exclaimed.
"No. But some of them are too unbelievable for you to
write and there are other things that lack a certain glamour necessary
to attract an audience. Therefore, we want you to create any characters
or events you want to make the book interesting. Since you will
publish the book as fiction you will not be dishonest in creating
any characters, situations or events necessary to make an interesting
story. There is one criteria, however, that you must adhere to."
"What is that?" I asked.
"The whole purpose of your writings will be to present
teachings important for the coming age of peace. Therefore, you
are under strict command to not alter any teachings you receive
from me or any other future spiritual teacher. You are to present
them as clearly and as honestly as you are capable. Even though
you will publish the writings as fiction there are many who will
sense the teachings themselves are true and many will want to
know more."
"The most unbelievable part of this whole adventure is
you," I smiled. "Should I tell the whole story about
you?"
"We are leaving that up to you. You will probably have
to alter me to some degree, or possibly many degrees. If necessary
you can say you met Hercules, or the moon goddess, whatever you
think will make a good story. Just be true to the teachings you
have received.
"You and the Christ are much wiser than me. Why are you
leaving such an important assignment up to me?"
"Teachings to humanity must come through humanity, through
ordinary mortals such as yourself. Every time we have broken that
rule in the history of the world it has always ended in disaster."
"I thought you spiritual teachers were infallible. It
sounds like even the Christ can make a mistake."
"True perfection consists in having the ability to complete
a task successfully. When one is in the process of completing
a work there will always be mistakes, but that does not prevent
the end product from being perfect. Look at this world and the
inhabitants on it. There is much imperfection here created by
God himself, but the end result of it all will be a perfection
beyond imagination."
'Hm-m-m, interesting.' I thought. "So you are forced to
rely on a mere mortal such as myself to get the word out?"
"Yes. The closest I can come to you is as a teacher, and
even then you must be an active participant in asking questions
and finding answers. You have to really want to know each step
of the way as you progress."
"Well, I must admit I have a strong motive since the life
of my wife depends on it."
John smiled, "I believe you would pursue the truth with
a vengeance even if her life did not depend on it."
"Perhaps. I guess we'll find out when she is healed."
"I have faith you will help her achieve that healing.
Just remember to always follow the highest you know. This principle
also encompasses the area of healing. In fact, she is now anxiously
awaiting your return. You need to go home so she can peacefully
sleep."
"You're probably right." I said. "I'll try to
get my first chapter done for our meeting next week."
"Do not bring it to me until the book is done," John
said.
"Why is that?"
"The less influence I have the more powerful it will be
even if it is written in your weakness. I will read it when you
are finished, but I will be constrained from editing it."
"Won't you be able to give me your opinion at least?"
"I will tell you whether I enjoyed it or not. When you
are done we will see how much more I can reveal." He got
up to leave and said, "We'd better call it a day here."
"Will I see you next week?" I asked hopefully.
"We'll just meet here at Denny's again unless you hear
otherwise."
"I look forward to it."
John turned back to face me. "There is just one thing
I ask as you begin this task."
"What's that?" I asked.
"Write a good book. Try to not embarrass me."
"I'll make you larger than life," I replied, smiling.
-- End Of Book 1 --
The Immortal 1 & 2 -- Books 1 and 2 bound in a single volume.
In Book Two John takes Joe to visit the heavenly city of the New Jerusalem and some interesting mysteries are revealed. The first key word is revealed and is elaborated. There is more to learn here than expected.
John answers numerous questions and elaborates on the beginning and possible end of the universe. The mysteries of the numbers seven and twelve are revealed
Elizabeth discovers some of the mysterious causes of her illness. There are interesting confrontations with their uncooperative doctor and later an encounter in the physical world with a Dark Brother.
Joe is taken to Shamballa, meets the Ancient of Days, and learns to receive revelation through crystals. The book ends with a fierce battle between the forces of good and evil for the life and soul of Elizabeth, and a climax that will fill your heart with joy and hope.
Book 2 (Books 1 and 2 bound as a single volume) can be ordered from one of the following sources:
ISBN-10: 0966505301
ISBN-13: 978-0966505306
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