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What happened to Jesus in his 19th year?

The Urantia Book, Paper 127 Part 2.

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Summary

Exploring Spiritual Concepts and Acceptance

Dr. Roger Paul led a discussion on spiritual concepts, focusing on the relationship with God, beliefs, and aligning one's will with the divine. The group explored the power of prayer and acceptance, referencing a prayer led by Dr. Paul in a previous meeting. They also discussed the concept of faith and acceptance, acknowledging the idea that through these, one becomes part of a broader whole. The conversation ended with plans to continue their study using the Urantia Book, specifically Paper 127, which covers the adolescence years of Jesus.

Jesus' Fatherhood and Child Training

In the meeting, Diane and Dr. Paul discussed the 19th year of Jesus' life, where he and Mary were getting along better, with Jesus becoming more of a father figure to Mary's children. They focused on the practical challenges of raising a large family of 4 boys and 3 girls, with Jesus gaining experience as a father. They also highlighted Jesus' positive approach to child training, using positive exhortation instead of negative commands, and the daily family meetings during prayer time. Rodney added that Jesus' divine personality was starting to emerge.

Rodney then shared a passage about Jesus' discipline methods, highlighting that Jesus had a clear way of punishing those who broke the rules.

Jesus's Family and Religious Influence

In the meeting, Dr. discussed the upbringing of Jesus and his siblings, highlighting the unique approach to discipline and the importance of individuality. The children were encouraged to consult Jesus about their troubles, and he became a father figure to them. Each child had distinct personality traits, with Jude being a firebrand and Miriam being well-balanced. Jesus made significant changes to the family's religious practices, becoming the unquestioned head of the house. The family faced financial challenges, with Jesus selling his harp to fund Jude's education. The meeting also touched on Jesus's social standing and his reputation as a spiritual leader.

Jesus and Rebecca's Forbidden Love

In the meeting, Rodney discussed the story of a wealthy merchant and traitor of Nazareth who was slowly falling in love with the son of Joseph. The merchant's daughter, Rebecca, was 17 and Jesus was 19. After listening to Rebecca's confession, Jesus explained that he was not free to enter into relations with any woman other than those of simple brotherly regard and pure friendship. He added that his first and paramount duty was the rearing of his father's family and that he could not consider marriage until that was accomplished. Rebecca was heartbroken but continued to follow Jesus devotedly throughout his eventful years of public label.

Jesus' Jerusalem Visit and Passover Plans

In the meeting, Rodney discussed Jesus' desire to visit Jerusalem for the Passover, despite his recent experience with Rebecca. He also mentioned Jesus' love for Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, and how he wanted to talk with Lazarus and visit Martha and Mary. Diane added that Jesus had a strange longing to go to Jerusalem and that he loved all three of them like they were part of his family. They also discussed Jesus' visit to Jerusalem, his aversion to the Herod-built temple, and his desire to see Lazarus. Lech mentioned that Jesus proposed that they celebrate the Passover at Lazarus's house, and that Jesus served the bread of life and the water of life to his companions. They also discussed Mary's conversation with Jesus about marriage and Jesus' decision not to enter into the marriage state. Rodney also mentioned that Jesus began to weave his mortal and divine natures into a simple and effective human individuality and that he continued to grow in moral status and spiritual understanding.

Jesus's Spiritual Growth and Development

In the meeting, Dr. discussed the spiritual growth and development of Jesus, emphasizing his ability to bear responsibility, adapt to earthly existence, and utilize spiritual energy for material achievements. Dr. also highlighted Jesus's role as a guide and mentor, and his experience in transforming difficulties into triumphs. The team also discussed the importance of living a spiritual life and the need to bring it to the forefront. They also touched on Jesus's mission of revealing God to man and leading men to God. The conversation ended with a prayer of acceptance, which emphasized faith in God and the recognition of all men and women as brothers and sisters.

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