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Cross-fertilization of intellect, ideas, truth, beauty, goodness

Urantia Book 52:6.4
Intellectual cross-fertilization_. Brotherhood is impossible on a world whose inhabitants are so primitive that they fail to recognize the folly of unmitigated selfishness. There must occur an exchange of national and racial literature. Each race must become familiar with the thought of all races; each nation must know the feelings of all nations. Ignorance breeds suspicion, and suspicion is incompatible with the essential attitude of sympathy and love.

What is Service to love- UB?
"service to love" is a fundamental concept tied to the teachings of Jesus and the universal values of the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man. Service, when motivated by love, is portrayed as the highest form of living in harmony with divine purpose.

1. Love as the Supreme Motivation

The book emphasizes that true service stems from love—both divine love (the love of God for His children) and human love (the love of individuals for one another). This love is not sentimental or transactional but is deeply rooted in spiritual understanding and selfless devotion.

2. Service as a Path to Spiritual Growth

Service is seen as a transformative experience that enhances the soul's growth. The more one serves others out of genuine love, the closer they align with the will of God. This is evident in Jesus' teachings, where he repeatedly emphasizes that greatness in the kingdom of heaven is achieved through humble service (e.g., The Urantia Book, Paper 171:7).

3. Love-Driven Service vs. Selfish Ambition

The book contrasts service motivated by love with service driven by personal gain, duty, or obligation. Love-inspired service is joyful, voluntary, and uplifting, while duty-bound service, though potentially good, lacks the same spiritual power.

4. Universal Brotherhood and Cosmic Service

On a cosmic scale, service is not limited to human relationships but extends to all beings. Angels, midway creatures, and celestial administrators serve in accordance with divine love. Humans, as ascending beings, are also called to serve in ways that reflect their growing understanding of divine love.

5. Jesus as the Model of Love-Based Service

Jesus' life is the supreme example of service through love. He washed the feet of his apostles, healed the sick, taught without expecting anything in return, and ultimately sacrificed himself for humanity. His mission was not about seeking recognition but about demonstrating the power of love through selfless action.

6. Practical Application

To embody "service to love" in daily life, The Urantia Book suggests:

Treating others with kindness and patience

Helping without expecting rewards

Seeking spiritual enlightenment to deepen one's love for others

Serving family, community, and humanity with a heart centered on love

Conclusion

Service to love in The Urantia Book is the ideal form of living, where selfless actions are inspired by divine love. It is both a path to spiritual enlightenment and a reflection of God’s nature in human experience. By loving and serving others, one fulfills their highest destiny and contributes to the unfolding of God's will in the universe.

Greetings Family. For anyone that is interested in becoming an Ordained Minister this is Just a quick message to let you know that I will be hosting the next Followers Of Christ Michael online course starting on February 2nd - March 23rd 2025.

This will be a 7 week course and you will be required to study 1 paper per week and answer 7 questions per week focused on the Life and Teachings of Jesus Christ.

The course will culminate with Graduation, Certification and Ordination Ceremony on March 30th.

If you’re interested in participating in this program please send an email to MinisterPatoBanton@gmail.com with your full name, date of birth, city and country of residence.

One love Always PB ❤