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Group explored the Urantia Book, with Dr. Roger Paul sharing his YouTube shorts featuring quotes from the book and the group discussing Jesus' first visit to Jerusalem at age 12. The conversation ended with a discussion on Jesus' experience of stress and anticipation as he approached Jerusalem and the temple, and his subsequent disillusionment with the Temple ceremonies.

Next steps

• Meeting attendees to check out the new YouTube shorts on Dr. Roger Paul's channel. https://www.youtube.com/@rogerpauldc

• Meeting attendees to subscribe to Dr. Roger Paul's YouTube channel if they haven't already.

• Meeting attendees to reconvene on Tuesday to continue discussing the current paper.

Summary

Urantia Book Videos

Dr. Roger Paul shares that he has uploaded 39 short videos to YouTube, featuring quotes from the Urantia Book. The videos have already garnered hundreds of views within hours of posting. The group then prepares to begin discussing a new paper titled "Jesus at Jerusalem" from the Urantia Book.

Jesus' First Passover Visit to Jerusalem

The group discusses Jesus' first visit to Jerusalem for Passover at age 12. They note that an unusually large number of women from Nazareth joined the journey because Jesus insisted his mother come along. The group examines detailed models and images of ancient Jerusalem, including the Temple complex, discussing various areas like the Court of the Gentiles and the Holy of Holies. They also touch on the city's history, mentioning its original name of Salem and its connection to Melchizedek.

Jesus' Temple Experience and Beliefs

In the meeting, Pamela and Dr. Roger Paul discussed Jesus' experience of stress and anticipation as he approached Jerusalem and the temple. They highlighted the disappointment Jesus felt upon entering the temple and the disillusionment that followed. The conversation also touched on Jesus' concept of women being equal to men, which began to open up during this period. They also discussed the vastness of the temple, which could accommodate over 200,000 worshipers, and the spiritual significance of the Temple ceremonies. The conversation ended with a discussion about Jesus' belief in the love of God and the mercifulness of the Father in heaven, which led to a change in Joseph and Mary's approach towards Jesus.

Urantia Book Shorts on YouTube

Dr. discussed the creation and distribution of 38 YouTube shorts featuring quotes from the Urantia book. He encouraged the team to view these shorts on their channel, Roger Paul DC, on YouTube. The team also discussed the content of these shorts, focusing on Jesus' views on the Temple and his reaction to the spirit of irreverence and profanation he observed there.

Jesus Explores Jerusalem and Passover

During Passover week, Jesus explores Jerusalem with Lazarus and attends temple teaching conferences. He is deeply troubled by the animal sacrifices and begins to consider establishing a bloodless Passover in the future. Jesus meets and interviews over 150 young people from various regions, sparking his interest in traveling the world to learn about different cultures. His parents and teachers are concerned by his unusual behavior and reactions to the Jerusalem visit.

Jesus' First Temple Visit

The group discusses Jesus' first visit to the temple in Jerusalem at age 12. Jesus spends three days at the temple, engaging in discussions with Jewish teachers and asking probing questions that challenge their understanding. His parents, unaware he stayed behind, search for him anxiously. Jesus impresses the teachers with his wisdom and fairness, though some are irritated by his youth. He contemplates how to reveal a more beautiful concept of God to his countrymen, spending nights in meditation and prayer. The passage highlights Jesus' early spiritual development and foreshadows his future ministry.

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The Urantia Book, Paper 124 - The Later Childhood of Jesus, Part-3, 4-8-2025

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Dr. Roger Paul led a study on Paper 124 of "The Urantia Book," focusing on Jesus's later childhood. The discussion covered Jesus's journey from Nazareth to Jerusalem, highlighting key locations like Mount Sartaba, Jericho, and the Mount of Olives. The group explored Jesus's spiritual awakening during Passover, his celestial messenger's visit, and his dual obligations to his family and the universe. They also discussed the significance of Jesus's age, 12 and three-quarters, and his future role as the sovereign of the universe. The meeting concluded with a prayer of acceptance.

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Outline

Dr. Roger Paul provides an introduction to the study of Paper 124, focusing on the later childhood of Jesus, and mentions the meeting is part three of this paper.

Dr. Roger Paul encourages participants to subscribe to the YouTube, Vimeo, and Facebook channels, and mentions starting a podcast series.

Journey to Jerusalem: Initial Stops

Pamela Summers reads about the second day's journey, mentioning the Jabbok River and Mount Sartaba, where Herod imprisoned his wife and sons.

Diane Silverhawk Paul reads about the third day's journey, noting the superior architecture of Herod's villages and the ruins of Jericho.

Garylautzenheiser explains the significance of Joshua's Hebrew name, Joshua Ben Joseph, and its connection to Jesus.

Dr. Roger Paul discusses the historical context of Jericho and the significance of the name Joshua.

Final Leg of the Journey

Rodney reads about the fourth day's journey, describing the continuous procession of pilgrims and Jesus's first view of the Mount of Olives.

Dr. Roger Paul explains the historical significance of Jerusalem, originally named Salem, and its connection to Melchizedek.

Dr. Roger Paul discusses the sacrificial practices in the region and the influence of Melchizedek on the Bedouins.

Josie shares a light-hearted moment about a cat appearing on screen.

Arrival in Jerusalem and Passover Preparations

Dr. Roger Paul shares a map of the journey to Jerusalem, highlighting key locations like Mount Tabor, Nazareth, and Mount Gilboa.

Gary Lautzenheiser asks about the geographical definition of a mound, and Dr. Roger Paul explains its artificial creation for burials.

Gary Lautzenheiser reads about Jesus's visit to Bethany and the hospitality of the villagers.

Jesus's First View of Jerusalem and Passover Celebration,

Josie reads about Jesus's first view of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, expressing a purely human thrill.

Pamela Summers reads about Jesus's arrival in Jerusalem and the large crowds for Passover.

Diane Silverhawk Paul reads about the prearranged accommodation for the Passover week and the preparation for the Passover Sabbath.

Rodney reads about Joseph taking Jesus to the academy for education, noting Jesus's lack of interest in the plans.

Spiritual Illumination and Celestial Messenger

Josie reads about the spiritual illumination Jesus experienced before Passover, filled with affection and pity for the multitudes.

Dr. Roger Paul discusses the significance of the celestial messenger's appearance to Jesus, marking the beginning of his world career.

Dr. Roger Paul explains the dual obligations Jesus faced: his celestial obligation to the local universe and his earthly obligations to his family.

Gary Lautzenheiser and Dr. Roger Paul discuss the mystery of the incarnation and the association of the Son Spirit with the souls of mankind.

Jesus's Responsibilities and the Mystery of the Bestowal

Diane Silverhawk Paul reads about the increasing discernment of Jesus's human mind and the responsibility of a universe resting on his shoulders.

Dr. Roger Paul explains the mystery of the bestowal and the challenge of understanding the relationship between God the Father and God the Son.

Rodney reads about the beginning of Jesus's world career and his integration of life purpose with his obligations.

Dr. Roger Paul emphasizes the dual obligations Jesus faced and the importance of building a spiritual self during life.

Conclusion and Prayer of Acceptance

Dr. Roger Paul shares the prayer of acceptance, which participants take turns reading.

Josie reads the prayer, expressing faith in God as the paradise Father and the belief that no sacrifice is necessary for salvation.

Urantia Book 53:1.2 Lucifer was a magnificent being, a brilliant personality; he stood next to the Most High Fathers of the constellations in the direct line of universe authority. Notwithstanding Lucifer’s transgression, subordinate intelligences refrained from showing him disrespect and disdain prior to Michael’s bestowal on Urantia. Even the archangel of Michael, at the time of Moses’ resurrection, “did not bring against him an accusing judgment but simply said, ‘the Judge rebuke you.’” Judgment in such matters belongs to the Ancients of Days, the rulers of the superuniverse.

Jude 1:9 Yet Michael the archangel, in contending with the devil, when he disputed about the body of Moses, dared not bring against him a reviling accusation, but said, “The Lord rebuke you!”

The Book of Jude 1:9 talks about the resurrection of Moses, an event that took place BEFORE Jesus was born. When you see an archangel coming to attend to someone who has died, then you know it's about the resurrection of that person.

The Apostle Paul understood this when he talked about a future resurrection event. In 1 Thessalonians 4:16, he wrote, "For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trumpet of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first".

Jesus was not the first individual to die, resurrect, and go to heaven. Even before Christ incarnated here as Jesus, he was already using his power and authority to resurrect people and take them to heaven BECAUSE HE IS THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE. There are even people he took to heaven without them having to taste death. Enoch and Elijah are very popular examples. They qualified for it because of the very high level of combined intelligence and spirituality they attained. YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW.

Our world is an evolutionary sphere - part of a Universe of universes. However, there are significant events in the distant past that have completely changed the evolutionary path of our world and the repercussions of these tragic events are still being felt on our planet today.

Link to a sibling study to this video from Urantia Book Network:  • STUDY GROUP - Dalamatia [The City of ...   While we have been greatly affected on this world, we are not alone, nor are we left to struggle in vain. There is a divine plan for the long term betterment of our planet; and we can all be a part of it, if we so choose. The abridged story of our world and our history is presented in this video, with information and truths revealed in The Urantia Book. (Published 11/11 at 11:11am (Pacific)

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• 00:00 - Our World
• 00:57 - Where are we
• 02:00 - What is our parentage
• 03:48 - Our world 200,000 years ago
• 05:17 - How it should have been
• 06:34 - How it went wrong
• 09:20 - Betrayal of truth, faith and God
• 10:28 - The earmarks of this disaster
• 13:06 - We were not alone
• 16:32 - How we were betrayed
• 17:15 - This was not our fault
• 17:43 - The heroes of the rebellion
• 21:05 - Uplift
• 23:44 - The divine plan to overcome and prevail
• 26:14 - Michael of Nebadon
• 30:53 - A greater revelation to come
• 35:30 - Do you wish to be a part of this divine plan?

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Overview: Dr. Roger Paul led a study on Paper 124 of the Urantia Book, focusing on Jesus's later childhood. Key points included Jesus's encounter with his father's anger at 10 for suggesting an amphitheater in Nazareth, his increasing meditation and contemplation, and his growing awareness of his dual nature and mission. At 11, he began regular work in the carpenter shop and managed his earnings discreetly. By 13, he faced significant mental distress reconciling his personal convictions with his parents' beliefs. The group also discussed the historical and cultural context of Jesus's journey to Jerusalem for his first Passover, highlighting the family's route and significant landmarks.

Introduction: Dr. Roger Paul continues the study of The Urantia Book, Paper 124, focusing on the later childhood of Jesus. The discussion begins at Section 3, Paragraph 8 (1371.1 in the original books) (00:09).

Visual Aids: The speaker shares images of Sepphoris, a city Jesus visited with his father, emphasizing its advanced architecture and importance in the region (00:58–03:36).

Jesus and His Father’s Disagreement: Jesus expresses non-Jewish sentiments about building an amphitheater, angering his father, Joseph. This marks the first time Jesus felt his father's anger (06:37).

Jesus’ Personal Growth: Jesus becomes increasingly introspective, balancing his human nature with his divine mission. He struggles to understand his dual nature, the blend of his human mind and the Michael personality (08:10–14:09).

Family Relations: As he matures, Jesus grows closer to his siblings, especially James, Marion, and the younger children Amos and Ruth. He maintains good relationships with his family, but faces tension with Mary as he begins to follow his own path (15:37–17:03).

Jesus’ Conflict: Jesus experiences internal conflict between loyalty to his parents and his personal convictions. He also struggles with the disparity between traditional Jewish beliefs and the broader spiritual truths he is coming to understand (25:39–28:29).

Jesus’ 13th Year: At age 13, Jesus begins to accept his destiny and divine mission, realizing his purpose on Earth. His father, Joseph, dies the following year (32:27–33:40).

Death of Joseph: After Jesus’ 13th year, Joseph dies unexpectedly, leaving Jesus to take on more responsibility within the family (35:13–41:42).

Journey to Jerusalem: Jesus and his family travel to Jerusalem, avoiding Samaria due to Jewish-Gentile tensions. They discuss the significance of places like Mount Gilboa and historical events like Saul’s death (44:21–47:18).

Final Reflections: The speaker reflects on Jesus’ internal struggles and his development, drawing parallels to personal conflicts many individuals face when reconciling personal beliefs with cultural or familial expectations (25:39–30:34).

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Summary

Jesus' Education in Alexandria and Nazareth

In the meeting, Dr. Roger Paul discussed the later childhood of Jesus, focusing on the educational opportunities and experiences that Jesus had in Alexandria and Nazareth. He highlighted how Jesus' education in Nazareth, despite being limited, provided him with a more balanced understanding of the Gentiles and the relative merits of the Eastern and Western views of Hebrew theology. Dr. Paul also emphasized the importance of the juxtaposition of Jesus' father's caravan shop, which gave him unique opportunities for interaction with various populations. The discussion also touched on the concept of learning from struggles and the lower suicide rate in poor countries compared to affluent ones.

Jesus' Childhood and Early Life

In the meeting, the group discussed the life of Jesus, focusing on his childhood and early years. They explored his education, artistic pursuits, and interactions with his family and community. The conversation highlighted Jesus' courage and self-control, as well as the challenges he faced due to the strict religious laws of his time. The group also touched on the impact of these laws on Jesus' personal life, such as his decision to stop drawing and modeling after being accused of idolatry. The conversation ended with a discussion on the ongoing influence of these religious laws in some churches today.

In the meeting, the group discussed the climate and geography of Nazareth, focusing on the varying temperatures and weather patterns experienced by Jesus and his family. They noted the coldest months, the hottest months, and the occurrence of hot winds from the eastern desert. The group also discussed the rainy season, the blooming of flowers, and the overall beauty of the landscape. The meeting was a collaborative effort, with each participant taking turns to read and discuss the content.

Jesus' Early Life and Trades

The group discusses Jesus' early life experiences and work in various trades, including farming, blacksmithing, mining, tent-making, and fishing. Dr. mentions that Jesus gained experience in almost every type of trade available during his time. The conversation then shifts to Sepphoris, a nearby city where Jesus' father worked. Dr. shares images of Sepphoris, including its main street and fallen columns, and mentions that Joseph may have been killed by falling scaffolding. The group also briefly discusses the presence of courtesans in ancient cities, including Jerusalem's temple.

Jesus' Development at Age 10

The summary discusses Jesus' development at age 10. It highlights his growing self-awareness of his unusual life mission, as evidenced by conversations with his parents. Jesus is described as an advanced student who frequently asked challenging questions in school, intriguing his teachers. He is portrayed as a natural leader among his peers, known for his fairness and compassion. The summary also mentions Jesus' preference for the company of older, more intellectually stimulating individuals, despite his parents' efforts to encourage him to socialize with children his own age.

Jesus' 11th Year Challenges

In the meeting, the group discussed the life of Jesus, focusing on his 11th year. They highlighted his responsibilities and the challenges he faced, including his mother's illness and the need to take on more responsibilities at a young age. The discussion also touched on Jesus' education, with the Chazan exerting a great influence on his growing mind. However, Jesus remained indifferent to the Chazan's suggestions about continuing his education in Jerusalem. The group also mentioned Jesus' interest in international affairs and his experiences with fishing and work with his father. The conversation ended with a brief mention of Jesus' birth and the complications that attended it.

Jesus' Visit to Scythopolis

The group discusses Jesus' visit to Scythopolis, a Greek city of the Decapolis, with his father Joseph. Jesus is impressed by the city's beauty and public works, including an open-air theater and marble temple, which troubles Joseph. The boy's enthusiasm for the competitive games and athletic demonstrations further shocks his father. Jesus suggests that such physical activities could benefit young men in Nazareth, leading to a disagreement between him and Joseph. The group also examines images related to the city and games from that period.

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