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READING 3374-1
Reading 3374-1 describes a way of meditating that uses quiet attention and gentle visualization, not force or effort. The purpose is not to analyze ideas, but to open the heart so the presence of Christ can be experienced inwardly. The reading begins by saying, “Open thy heart to God, surrounding self with the consciousness of the promises of the Christ” (3374-1). This means the first step is simply becoming still and receptive, letting go of tension, and placing the attention on trust rather than thought.
Instead of starting with images, the meditation begins with a promise. The reading gives the words, “If ye love me, ye will keep my commandments, and I and the Father will come and abide with thee” (3374-1). These words are meant to be felt, not just repeated. As the promise settles into the mind and body, the person becomes inwardly prepared for visualization.
Only after this inner attunement does visualization begin. The reading says, “Visualize the coming of the Christ as He spoke in the day by the sea” (3374-1). This is not about creating a detailed picture, but about placing oneself quietly within the scene. The person allows simple impressions to arise—being near the water, hearing the voice, feeling calm presence—without trying to control the experience.
As this connection deepens, ordinary images of nature may arise. The reading explains that remembered words can bring “the greater realization of the beauties of water, the loveliness of clouds in the sky, of the storm, the snow, the sleet, the hail” (3374-1). These are not symbols to interpret, but natural ways the mind recognizes closeness to divine promise. Nature becomes a gentle reminder of presence rather than something to analyze.
The reading also addresses why a person may seem to lose awareness quickly during meditation. It says, “If there is the attuning of self, the surrounding of self with the Christ-Consciousness, be not afraid” (3374-1). This loss of awareness is not a problem if it happens peacefully. However, the reading warns that if fear appears, it is a sign to stop and return to calm awareness, saying, “If there is the experience and fear creeps in… be fearful” (3374-1).
To keep the meditation grounded, the reading gives a closing focus: “Let thy meditation be… ‘Here am I, O God! Use me, send me.’” (3374-1). This brings the experience back into daily life. The purpose of the meditation is not escape or visions, but willingness, service, and a quiet sense of being guided.
Overall, the reading teaches that meditation should be gentle, faithful, and centered on love rather than effort. As it says, “Keep ever faithful to that, of the beauty that is wrought even from the contemplation” (3374-1). The result is a growing awareness of closeness, peace, and purpose that continues beyond the meditation itself.
READING 1992-3
Reading 1992-3 explains that meditation and visualization can help the body because the mind directly influences physical life. It says that “the MIND acts upon the resuscitating forces of the physical being, by and through suggestion” (1992-3). This means that focused thought, when sincere, can help renew strength and balance in the body. Healing is not only physical treatment, but also the way the mind and spirit work together with the body.
The reading reminds us that the true self is not just the physical form. It says, “the REAL being is the spiritual import, intent and purpose” (1992-3). Because of this, meditation works best when it recognizes that spiritual forces are already part of the physical body. The purpose of meditation is not simply to repeat words, but to bring mind, body, and spirit into cooperation.
Visualization is described as a way of directing energy. The reading explains that meditation involves “a centralizing, a localizing of the mind upon those portions of the system affected, or upon the activities needed for the physical being” (1992-3). This means gently focusing attention on areas that need strength, balance, or healing, while holding a calm and hopeful awareness. This focused attention helps influence and guide the body’s natural forces.
The reading emphasizes sincerity. It says the process works only if it is “kept in sincerity; not merely said as rote, but that said being put into practical application” (1992-3). In other words, meditation must be lived, not just spoken. The thoughts held in meditation should show themselves in daily actions, attitudes, and relationships with others.
As part of meditation, the reading advises opening oneself to spiritual influence. It says, “OPEN the mind, the being, to the influences about same; surrounding self with the consciousness of the healing that is in the Christ-Consciousness, the Christ-awareness” (1992-3). This means allowing a sense of divine healing presence to surround and fill both mind and body, rather than forcing results.
The prayer given in the reading becomes the center of the meditation: “LORD, USE THOU ME - MY BODY, MY MIND - IN SUCH A WAY AND MANNER THAT I, AS THY SERVANT…” (1992-3). This prayer turns attention away from self-concern and toward service. By offering body and mind to be used for good, the individual aligns with healing forces that benefit both self and others.
The reading concludes that meditations like this “will bring those forces and influences for helpful experiences for the body” (1992-3). The goal is not control, but cooperation—allowing healing, strength, and balance to arise naturally through openness, faith, and purposeful living.
EDGAR CAYCE READINGS
Before that the entity was in the Holy Land during those experiences when the Master walked in the earth.
The entity was among those children who gathered first that day when He stood beside the sea and later spoke from Peter's boat. The entity was then a girl in the early teens who heard those words of the Master. When it allows itself in the present, these words can bring into the experience the greater realization of the beauties of water, the loveliness of clouds in the sky, of the storm, the snow, the sleet, the hail. All of these speak to the entity of the closeness, the loveliness of the Master's promises to the children of men.
Keep ever faithful to that, of the beauty that is wrought even from the contemplation. Again and again, read the different versions proclaimed by Matthew, Mark and John as to what those passages mean to man.
The entity was known as Mary; not of the holy women. For the entity later was among those very much in love with John Mark, until the questionings of Peter and Barnabas brought about dissuasions.
The entity later added to the helpers in the churches, in the various activities during the latter portion of the experience, even coming into the Grecian activities; almost being a missionary itself.
You almost did this time, for you came near to marrying one, didn't you?...
(Q) What is the best procedure to use in leading my morning devotional group?
(A) Open thy heart to God, surrounding self with the consciousness of the promises of the Christ - "If ye love me, ye will keep my commandments, and I and the Father will come and abide with thee." And as this is felt and spoken in body, in mind, visualize the coming of the Christ as He spoke in the day by the sea.
(Q) Would appreciate advice and counsel on my meditation periods; and why do I seem to go unconscious so quickly - is this advisable?
(A) If there is the attuning of self, the surrounding of self with the Christ-Consciousness, be not afraid. If there is the experience and fear creeps in, as it did in those closed places when ye were questioned by Paul, be fearful.
But let thy meditation be, as given, "Here am I, O God! Use me, send me."
3374-1
(Q) Is there a meditation that can be used for building the body and keeping it in good condition? Please explain how this might be accomplished?
(A) Just as the suggestions may be used that have been made to the body through some of the treatments outlined, - the MIND acts upon the resuscitating forces of the physical being, by and through suggestion. Just so there may be the realization that spiritual forces are a part of the whole physical being. For, the REAL being is the spiritual import, intent and purpose, see? Thus a meditation, a centralizing, a localizing of the mind upon those portions of the system affected, or upon the activities needed for the physical being, INFLUENCES, directs the principal forces of the system. And it does resuscitate, if kept in sincerity; not merely said as rote, but that said being put into practical application through the experiences and associations with others, - and especially this entity as it works with the developing minds, may see such reactions.
In the meditations, then, OPEN the mind, the being, to the influences about same; surrounding self with the consciousness of the healing that is in the Christ-Consciousness, the Christ-awareness.
Thus:
LORD, USE THOU ME - MY BODY, MY MIND - IN SUCH A WAY AND MANNER THAT I, AS THY SERVANT, MAY FILL THOSE LIVES AND HEARTS AND MINDS I MEET - DAY BY DAY - WITH SUCH HOPE AND FAITH AND POWER IN THY MIGHT, THAT IT MAY BRING THE AWARENESS OF THY PRESENCE INTO THE EXPERIENCE OF OTHERS AS WELL AS MYSELF.
Such as these will bring those forces and influences for helpful experiences for the body.
1992-3
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