Spiritual Responsiveness in The Urantia Book
1. The Thought Adjuster’s Guidance
The Urantia Book teaches that each person has a divine fragment of God (the Thought Adjuster) within them, constantly guiding and inspiring them toward higher spiritual values.
Responsiveness to this divine presence depends on sincere faith, a desire for truth, and a willingness to align with God's will.
"The more man recognizes and follows the leading of the divine spirit, the more he becomes like God, and thus does man progress inward and upward toward the attainment of the destiny of divine perfection." (110:3.6)
2. Faith and Spiritual Receptivity
Faith is presented as the key to spiritual growth. It is not just belief in doctrines but an active trust in God's presence and guidance.
Spiritual receptivity is enhanced through prayer, worship, and selfless service to others.
"Faith is to religion what sails are to a ship; it is an addition of power, not an added burden of life." (159:3.8)
3. The Role of Free Will
Humans must willingly cooperate with divine influences. The Urantia Book emphasizes that God does not force spiritual growth; rather, individuals must open their hearts and minds to higher realities.
"The great problem of religious living consists in the task of unifying the soul powers of the personality by the dominance of LOVE." (100:6.8)
4. Love and Service as Indicators of Spiritual Growth
True spiritual responsiveness is reflected in love for others, unselfish service, and the fruits of the spirit, such as kindness, patience, and humility.
"The highest moral choice is the choice of the highest possible value, and always—in any sphere, on any world—that is to choose to do the will of God." (39:4.14)
5. Inner Transformation and Cosmic Consciousness
The more a person is spiritually responsive, the more they develop "cosmic consciousness"—an awareness of their place in the universe as a beloved child of God.
This transformation leads to peace, purpose, and an ever-growing desire to do good.
"Religion achieves its highest levels of human philosophy in that supreme desire to know the will of God and in the supreme satisfaction of knowing that one has achieved it." (102:3.4)
Michael Of Nebadon
United Ministry of the Paradise Sons
