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The Grip of the Profit Motive: Liberating Ourselves from the Shackles of Greed

In the intricate tapestry of our society, the pursuit of profit reigns as an allencompassing deity, dictating the rhythms of our economic systems and shaping the contours of our collective consciousness. Yet, beneath the veneer of prosperity lies a deeper truth – one that speaks to the insidious grip of greed and the profound cost of prioritizing financial gain above all else.

Our economic systems, crafted in the image of profit maximization, often operate at the expense of ethical considerations and spiritual growth. In this relentless pursuit of material wealth, the values of compassion, integrity, and empathy are relegated to the sidelines, replaced by a singular focus on accumulation and consumption.

Amidst the allure of promised riches, individuals find themselves ensnared in a never-ending cycle of desire and discontent, perpetually chasing after the next acquisition in a futile quest for fulfillment. Yet, no matter how much they amass, the void within remains unfilled, and the hunger for more only intensifies, leaving them trapped in a perpetual state of spiritual impoverishment.

In sacrificing their well-being and spiritual development at the altar of profit, individuals unwittingly relinquish their autonomy and agency, becoming mere cogs in the machinery of consumerism. They trade the richness of their inner lives for the fleeting pleasures of material possessions, unaware of the true cost of their acquiescence to the dictates of the profit motive.

Yet, amidst the pervasive influence of greed, there exists a glimmer of hope – a possibility for liberation from the shackles of consumerism and the relentless pursuit of profit. It begins with a shift in consciousness, a recognition of the inherent limitations of material wealth and a recommitment to values that transcend the boundaries of economic exchange.

As individuals, we possess the power to reclaim our autonomy and chart a new course guided by principles of integrity, compassion, and spiritual fulfillment. We can resist the siren song of consumer culture and cultivate a deeper awareness of our interconnectedness with all beings, recognizing that true wealth resides not in what we possess but in the depth of our relationships and the richness of our inner lives.

In transcending the grip of the profit motive, we embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation, reclaiming our inherent worth and rediscovering the true meaning of prosperity. Let us rise above the dictates of greed and embrace a vision of abundance rooted in the values of love, generosity, and spiritual growth.

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The foundation of the universe is material in the sense that energy is the basic
Of all existence, and pure energy is controlled by the universal father.force eneryg,
is the one thing which stands as an everlasting monument demonstrating and proving
the existence and presence of the Unvesal Absolute. This vast stream of energy proceeding
from the paradise prences has never lapsed,never failed; there has never been a break in the infinite
upholding

178:1.11 (1931.2) Remember that you are commissioned to preach this gospel of the kingdom—the supreme desire to do the Father’s will coupled with the supreme joy of the faith realization of sonship with God—and you must not allow anything to divert your devotion to this one duty. Let all mankind benefit from the overflow of your loving spiritual ministry, enlightening intellectual communion, and uplifting social service; but none of these humanitarian labors, nor all of them, should be permitted to take the place of proclaiming the gospel.
My role is to bring More and more people to love and like the new revelation, inspiring people to love and learn the teachings of Jesus Christ Michael, as the Kamwenge Urantia spiritual family, we sent our objectives and we have our mission and l promise we shall make it and fullfil the promise until we achieve our set goals, as God is with us.
Blessings to you dear dear friends, as a group we love you so much.
Your loving son,
Ainamani John

5:1.10 (64.1)The Father is not in spiritual hiding, but so many of his creatures have hidden themselves away in the mists of their own willful decisions and for the time being have separated themselves from the communion of his spirit and the spirit of his Son by the choosing of their own perverse ways and by the indulgence of the self-assertiveness of their intolerant minds and unspiritual natures.

5:1.11 (64.2)Mortal man may draw near God and may repeatedly forsake the divine will so long as the power of choice remains.

True essence... In its true essence, religion is a faith-trust in the goodness of God. 2:6.1 https://mm.spiritualfamily.net/Urantia_Book-Online_Reader-2019/Paper_002.html#2:6.1