“When you see your matter going black, rejoice, you are at the beginning of the work.” — Rosarium Philosophorum
The traditional method of alchemy is divided into 5 stages:
STEP ONE
Nigredo —Blackening
The term “nigredo” comes from the Latin word for “black,” and its color is referring to the material color at this first stage of the process, which is often darkened.
The alchemist is observing or participating in the break down of the impurities that occur during Nigredo. This is the beginning of the distillation of raw materials.
This physical act represents the process of confronting one’s shadow self and the negative aspects of oneself.
This initial stage is one of dissolution and decay… confronting the raw, unrefined aspects of the self.
It’s a descent into darkness, a metaphorical death; old structures break down, making the route for the emergence of new beginnings.
Black —like fertile soil, chaotic, yet holds the potential for new growth.
STEP TWO
Albedo—Whitening
Albedo is the term used to describe the extent to which an object like a planet or moon reflects light.
Albedo emerges stark in contrast from the blackness of Nigredo.
A state of pristine whiteness, like the moon reflecting the sun’s light is found after Albedo.
Embodies clarity, a fresh perspective gained through the trials of the previous step. It’s a moment of reflection and the dawning of understanding.
STEP THREE
Citrinitas—Yellowing
The term “citrinitas” comes from the Latin word for “yellow,” and it refers to the color of the materials at this stage of the process, which is often yellow or orange.
At this stage, the alchemist is allowing the materials to be still… in Citrinita = self-growth + integration! 🍋✨ … think sitting water. Stagnation.
This yellowing is considered a bridge between Albedo and the final stage.
Citrinitas is associated with the rising sun, bringing with it warmth, light, and a sense of solar energy.
It represents the awakening of the intellect and intuition, a golden hue illuminating the path forward.
This stage signifies a growing awareness and the integration of newfound insights.
STEP FOUR
Rubedo—Reddening
The term “rubedo” comes from the Latin word for “red,” and its name refers to the color of the materials at this stage of the process, which is often red or reddish-gold.
A BLOODY MESS
In the Rubedo stage, the alchemist is completing the culmination of the alchemical process, its the stepping stone into the Philosopher’s Stone.
Rubedo also represents the perfect union of opposites, it is the merging of the spiritual and the material.
It is symbolized by the color red, signifying life, passion, and the ultimate realization of one’s true potential.
This stage embodies wholeness, completion, and the attainment of a higher state of being.
STEP FIVE
Lapis Philosophorum (Philosopher’s Stone)
The transcendent outcome, the perfected state.
Conclusion/ Overview
Nigredo (Blackening): The descent into shadow, where the old dissolves.
Albedo (Whitening): A purification, a dawning of clarity from the darkness.
Citrinitas (Yellowing): The sun’s touch, bringing illumination and understanding.
Rubedo (Reddening): The ultimate fusion, the attainment of wholeness.
Lapis Philosophorum (Philosopher’s Stone): The transcendent outcome, the perfected state.
The human journey often leads us through valleys of despair before we can ascend to peaks of understanding.
There was a time when I believed myself to be perpetually bound… a captor, slave, and victim of my own making, forever undeserving of redemption.
This rigid self-condemnation felt like an inescapable truth, a life sentence I had both imposed and accepted.
Yet, within the depths of that very desolation, an unexpected grace emerged.
The Crucible of Deprivation
A Pathway to Profound Empathy
Experiencing such profound internal deprivation and desolation wasn’t just painful; it was transformative.
Without having walked through that particular darkness, I genuinely believe I wouldn’t possess the miraculous sensibilities I do today.
My past self-imprisonment became the key to unlocking an almost impossible level of relatability.
I can now connect with those who seem irredeemable, seeing flickers of shared humanity where others might see only despair.
This profound understanding wasn’t born from external validation or societal acceptance.
It stemmed from becoming my own adversary, from witnessing the truth only after the deepest shadows had fallen.
The Warrior’s Path
Endurance Beyond Conventional Wisdom
The journey out of that self-imposed prison demanded a level of endurance that defies conventional understanding.
It required long-term perseverance, turning the other cheek to self-pity, and denying immediate gratification.
It meant observing my own thoughts and emotions without judgment or attachment, detaching from the noise of a society often plagued by suffering and superficiality.
Seventy-five days of isolation, removed from the very societal pressures that contribute to our collective ailments in the Western world, proved to be an invaluable catalyst.
This isn’t the kind of endurance often found within the comforting walls of most churches or synagogues; it’s a solitary, internal forging.
It demands an acceptance of profound solitude, coupled with the paradoxical realization that you are never truly alone.
Embracing the Unseen
The Non-Physical Meaning of Life
What happens when your core beliefs are challenged, mocked, scoffed at, or simply ignored?
When fellow humans oppose the very essence of your existence or expression?
This journey taught me that the meaning of life is not physical.
If this truth holds—and I now know it does—then what are we truly striving for in our material pursuits?
This path requires a warrior in spirit, willing to sacrifice all perceived strongholds: friends, family, ego, and even security, all in the name of Truth.
We are called to battle our internal “demons,” embracing an objective realization that refuses to bend to our subjective feelings.
It’s about practicing the skill of derealization, conjuring a righteous mind for self-judgment, and relaxing into our ability to construct a powerfully robust split within our own personalities.
We must accept any answer that proves itself to be without external control, embracing the freedom found in releasing what we cannot dictate.
Tips
Practice Mindful Observation
Dedicate 10-15 minutes daily to observe your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Notice patterns, triggers, and reactions without engaging with them.
Explore Stoic Philosophy
Delve into texts by Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. Their emphasis on inner control, acceptance of what cannot be changed, and the pursuit of virtue resonates deeply with the themes discussed here.
Journal Your Journey
Document your insights, challenges, and breakthroughs. Writing can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and recognizing personal growth.
Seek Solitude (Safely)
If feasible and safe, consider periods of digital detox or even a short retreat to experience the benefits of reduced external stimulation.
Engage in Deep Listening
When interacting with others, practice listening without interruption or formulating your response. Aim to truly understand their perspective, especially when it differs from your own.
What aspects of self-discovery have profoundly changed your perspective?
Share your thoughts and continue the conversation in the comments below!
The universe began with the Creator’s Thoughts, these Thoughts manifested the very Essence of the reality that we, in this moment, inhabit.
The Guiding Mind
These reflections stem from the same Mind that guides us on our earthly journey, leading us toward higher dimensions of Being.
We are ascending back to our forgotten home, elevating ourselves to an altitude which the universal laws of Divine Order emerged us from, in the beginning.
The universe itself supports and expands all things and people. But only those conscious beings who choose to be in harmony with these laws will feel the comfort that Divine expansion brings to those ready to expand.
Resistance to these laws, however, only perpetuates further frays in the Soul-life of anyone distant and falling away from harmony with self and God.
This is where dis-ease takes hold. We can see this increasing daily.
Humanity takes this wonderful gift for granted:
The ability to create.
The ability to create mirrors the identity of the Creator, entitling us to manifest our ideas into a form, just as the Creator did when He brought forth all substance from His Pure Thought.
Every truth we hold is continually a reflection of our level of understanding, shaped by learned belief systems and inherited collective experiences.
Transforming Lies into Truth
What may once have been perceived as an absolute lie can evolve into a profound truth, illuminating your journey.
As you navigate this path, it is essential to acknowledge that your perception may often be flawed. Instead of relying solely on what you perceive, begin to trust your intuition more.
Embracing the Journey Beyond Duality
This shift in perspective encourages you to seek beyond duality more and increases your ability with persistent effort.
By recognizing that what you perceive as concrete truths can transform and develop, you open yourself to the capacity for new insights and advanced wisdom.
This journey calls for a devotion to comprehending the complexities of life and taking in the lessons that emerge from both the light and shadows.
This highlights the intrinsic power and perfection of the Divine within us, reminding us that our perceptions are not fixed to the limits of this mortal body and it’s sensorial boundaries.
We uncover that the essence of whether or not we are in the truth is determined by our ability to accurately combine contrasting perspectives, comparing & contrasting dualities, & formulate a deeper connections with ourselves/God & the universe in the process.
Embracing this fluidity lets us transcend boundaries and identify with the unity that exists within all of Life’s alleged paradoxes.
Our past transgressions & even present betrayals exist as opportunities to learn the lessons that our Creator has become cognizant to, as we recollect the mission we set out to accomplish by our free choice when we descended to Earth density.
Original sin caused disconnection and imperfections, distorting our perception. It erodes the Soul’s path, separating us from Spirit and anchoring us to the body, resulting in a fractured state of being and conflict.
THE WAR WE FIGHT
In our spiritual struggle, the nature of our warfare diverges significantly from worldly tactics.
Our battle against sin is not won through self-loathing & retribution; instead, we engage in this fight with the power of love and forgiving grace.
We realize that sin originates from brokenness & divergence from Self, so despising the “bad” or “sinful” aspects of ourselves does not lead to healing nor victory, in fact, it is the very cause of our suffering with sins malady in the first place.
The fragmented parts of our originality and advents will ultimately reunite. When we fulfill our purpose here on this hell, every aspect of our being will harmonize into it’s singular essence.
We are currently engaged in a profound journey of reconnection, a process that precedes the dissolution of time itself, leading us to a state of eternal wholeness.
This intrinsic wisdom is a powerful inheritance, urging us to peel back the layers of societal programming to uncover our authentic selves.
We need constant reminders that the answers we seek are already within us, waiting to be acknowledged, sometimes over and over again.
This is your inheritance, a deep bubbling well of wisdom that you do Know, underneath all the BS you’ve learned – this truth— passed down to you through the force of creation is Alive and living within you.
The integration will, cause our fallen life of internal inversion and lies, to blossom into a miraculous chronology, a metaphor for the ages— experiences we’ll offer to the Holy of Holies living within us.
WE ARE INSTRUMENTS DOING ONE OF TWO THINGS:
holding the static of confusion, contributing to the entropy — but dirty noise, or
serving as vessels of Glory that carry Light into the darkness, exposing eternal Truths to all on the Path of the eternal flow.
Truth, by its very nature, is eternal and will always align with the Truth Maker and Architect of Life.
The Book of The Law is the central axiom, the Law of Thelema.
The Law is summed up in two phrases from the Book:
1. “Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law” – AL I:40)
&
2. “Love is the law, love under will” – AL I:57
THELEMA’S GOAL:
TRUE WILL
True Will is the Will from Heaven.
Know firmly, O my Son, that the True Will connot err; for it is thine appointed Course in Heaven, in whose Order is Perfection.
– Liber Aleph vel CXI – The Book of Wisdom or Folly pg.13
HOW THELEMITES ATTAIN TRUE WILL? MAGICK
THELEMA’S DOCTRINES:
COSMOLOGY
The Book of the Law establishes a model of reality that combines two elementary forces: the infinite extension of space, which is personified by the Egyptian sky-goddess Nuit, and the infinitely contracted point, personified by the Egyptian god Hadit.
It is the interaction of these two forces that results in manifested reality.
Crowley often described this interaction in sexual terms:
“Nuit is the centripetal energy, infinitely elastic because it must fit over the hard thrust directed against it; Hadit, the centrifugal, ever seeking to penetrate the unknown”
Magick Without Tears, Ch.38
The union of these two opposites results in the new current of the present Aeon, represented by Ra-Hoor-Khuit (lit. Horus of Two Horizons), also called the Crowned and Conquering Child.
ETHICS
Arguably the central Thelemic ethic is one of individual liberty and the personal freedom to fulfill one’s Will.
Social restriction—such as laws that make illegal certain sex acts between consenting adults—is generally seen in a negative light by most Thelemites.
Two documents in particular help to define Thelemic ethics for most adherents
Oz and Duty
Liber Oz establishes the rights of the individual.
Duty is described as “A note on the chief rules of practical conduct to be observed by those who accept the Law of Thelema.”
THELEMA IN THE BIBLE
Thelema appears in the Holy Bible referring to divine will, human will, and even the will of the Devil.
One well-known example is from “The Lord’s Prayer” in Matthew 6:10,
“Your kingdom come. Your will (Θελημα) be done, On earth as it is in heaven.”
mat. 6
More Bible Verses
“He went away again a second time and prayed, saying, “My Father, if this cannot pass away unless I drink it, Your will be done.”
—Matthew 26:42
“But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.”
—John 1:12-13
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.”
—Romans 12:2″
Worthy are You, our Lord and our God, to receive glory and honor and power; for You created all things, and because of Your will they existed, and were created.”
— Revelation 4:11″
…and they may come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, having been held captive by him to do his will.”
The image of Jesus most people hold is wrong and wrung through centuries of:
ideological whitewashing
beautified marketing
sanitized Sunday School summaries.
He’s often pictured as an ethereal peace-giver, universally adored, calmly glowing in a ‘soft sepia light’.
But this wasn’t the Jesus known to his followers. Not even close.
In fact, many who encountered Jesus in the flesh found him either;
confusing, at best
mentally unstable, at worst.
He wasn’t simply controversial, he was considered a threat to both religious orthodoxy and social order.
The sanitized version of Christ so many cling to was shaped after the cross, after the church industrial complex took control of his narrative.
Let’s take a scalpel to the original reactions—the raw, unsettling perceptions of Jesus while he was still walking the earth.
His Family Thought He’d Lost His Mind
The Gospel of Mark pulls no punches. In Mark 3:21, we’re told that Jesus’ own family said:
“He is out of his mind.”
Yes, his own bloodline. Not strangers. Not critics. His family. Pause there…
Imagine. Imagine the weight of that.
You’ve awoken to a Divine Knowing, a consciousness that cracks open reality—and the people who know your voice best say:
“You’ve snapped.”
It wasn’t mockery from outsiders that came first; it was internal doubt.
His kin likely feared he’d gone mad with something akin to messianic delusion.
Or perhaps they were embarrassed by his sudden rise as a controversial street-preacher confronting the Government and Church…
He spoke vehemently against both Rome and the temple elite.
Religious Leaders:
“You’re Breaking the Law and Blaspheming“
The religious class didn’t just dislike Jesus—they actively plotted his removal.
The scribes and Pharisees viewed him as a heretic, accusing him of;
violating the Sabbath
flouting Mosaic Law
daring to forgive sins.
—a divine prerogative.
His miracles weren’t applauded; they were denounced as works of Beelzebub.
Let that settle: divine acts being interpreted as demonic.
… this was normal folk… the acceptable people… The community.
This wasn’t petty disagreement. This was existential threat-level panic from the religious hierarchy.
They saw in Jesus… not just a radical voice—but someone who dismantled their very grip on sacred authority.
Public Whispers: “He Has a Demon and Is Mad“
John 10:20 captures this damning public sentiment:
“He has a demon and is mad; why listen to him?”
These weren’t elite theologians.
These were everyday observers—
neighbors
townsfolk
bystanders.
Jesus’ words, while layered with profound gnosis (wisdom), sounded unhinged to the average ear.
And truthfully, wouldn’t they today? I mean… They do.
Imagine someone saying,
“Before Abraham was, I am.”
Or calling God their literal Father, claiming to bring not peace but a sword.
If spoken in today’s marketplace, they’d be dismissed as spiritually schizophrenic, or worse.
So what’s changed? Only the power structure that codified his words.
Outside the Bible: Even More Scathing Views
This doubt wasn’t exclusive to Jewish contemporaries.
Roman voices and philosophers took their shots, too.
Talmud
The Talmud contains cryptic but deeply derogatory references to Jesus—branding him a sorcerer who led Israel astray.
He is also said in the Talmud to be swimming in hot excrements.
These weren’t passive critiques.
They were sharp rejections by those who saw his influence as spiritually treacherous.
Roman Philosophers
Roman historian Tacitus referred to Christianity as a “pernicious superstition,” blaming the followers of Christ for corrupting public morals.
To Roman minds, Christ’s followers were:
irrational fanatics clinging to a crucified troublemaker.
Celsus
And then there’s Celsus, the ancient philosopher and intellectual, who reportedly called Jesus
“small, ugly, and undistinguished,”
claiming his father was a Roman soldier—a jab meant to invalidate his divine paternity and tarnish the virgin birth narrative.
Jesus wasn’t revered by the intellectual elite of his time.
He was;
mocked
dismissed
vilified.
Why This Matters
This isn’t about shock value or anti-Christian rhetoric. It’s about truth-telling.
When we sanitize the narrative of Jesus to make him palatable. We also:
rob Him of the radical edge that threatened anti Christ power
offended institutions
deny the painful fact that he alienated his own family.
His teachings were revolutionary because they disrupted—not because they fit neatly within pre-existing paradigms.
So when you feel like your awakening makes others uncomfortable when your truth sounds like madness to the masses take comfort. You’re in excellent company.
Because the real Jesus wasn’t crucified for being nice. He was crucified because he challenged the lies. And many thought he was insane for doing so. Truth rarely sounds sane to those who live comfortably in delusion.
“And you will be hated by all for my name’s sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.”
Are we propelled by fate, driven by choice, or guided by a delicate dance between the two?
Each path offers its own mystique, summoning us to dissect the interplay of destiny, fate, and free-will in shaping our lives and reality as a whole.
The Emergence of Fate
Fate represents the unseen architecture of our lives—a cosmic design that envelopes every step we take.
It is the orchestrator of synchronicities and signs, suggesting that our experiences might be part of a grand laid out structure, initiated by a higher intelligence.
This invisible thread forms the backdrop of our existence, like a silent script written in the stars that sometimes we see how it dictates our journey.
The Empowerment of Choice
Contrasting fate is the power of choice—
our conscious ability to deliberate
decide
and act.
In every fleeting moment, we stand at a crossroads, armed with the power to transform potentiality into reality.
Our choices…
…whether deliberate
…or spontaneous.
Choice carves new pathway, through a predetermined framework, affirming our unique role as co-creators of our destinies.
The Synthesis
A Cosmic Dance
The truth, as I perceive it, lies not in the isolated domains of fate or choice, but in their connection, no matter how chaotic or volatile it appears.
FATE IS AN ALREADY SET STAGE
Fate sets the stage by placing us in a world of infinite complexities, yet within this arena, our choices illuminate the power of agency.
Within fate your decisions become the act in the play that redefine the script with each break in line, as sin aka duality, causes is to forget choosing this character… MORE ON THAT IN ANOTHER ARTICLE…
Fate merges the predetermined decision we made with the human self in all our duality.
Embracing The Interplay
Every decision— it can be a choice of…
love
defiance
surrender or
inquiry…
These decisions serve as compelling evidence of the capacity for transformation. The inherent power within us shapes the circumstances we encounter, establishing a structure of cause and effect that upholds duality and sin.
While the forces of fate may direct the overarching narrative, it is within our responses that true freedom is forged.
DESTINY + CONSCIOUS AWARENESS
The co-operation between destiny and conscious choice is…
where meaning is born
where chaos finds order
where wisdom is ultimately distilled.
We have a profound power to navigate the realms of existence.
We are neither bound by the currents of destiny nor are we lost in the illusion of unbridled freedom.
We are the artisans of our own lives, crafting purpose from the interplay of the inevitable and the intentional as they are One.
ASavior’s Decent into Matter Made Way For Our Spiritual Ascension.
“He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart.”
Ecclesiastes 3:11
Within our very hearts, Eternity resides—a thought inviting deep contemplation.
We inhabit this dense, material world that is shaping all inhabitants towards its ultimate pinnacle; death and decay. Although morbid, this is simply true.
Our soul knows this world’s objective for ALL matter is death… This makes sense why we, as conscious beings, are perpetually drawn to Spirituality.
In Search for the Eternal Life, innate to our Soul, beyond the body, a deep yearning echoes from the depth of our being.
Transmutation of Christ
In Christ
The transmutation that the I AM that is speaking is the process taught by Christ. The Spiritual Higher substance redeems and refines the material lower substance.
Watch:
Matter & Material = Lower Dimension
Understand Human Awareness
Human awareness is traditionally understood to reside within the confines of the material body (the skull).
Consciousness is nonlocal and manifests in this tangible body, encased in the most fragile frame.
Navigating Time and Space
Consciousness navigates a world governed by the dense laws of time and space.
Within this environment, we remain grounded in the body until our vessels’ eventual expiration, at which point we experience release from all this weight.
CONSCIOUS REFRAME
By framing our understanding of consciousness in this way, we acknowledge both the limitations imposed by our physical reality and the potential for a deeper exploration of what lies beyond these limits.
The Concept of Lower Dimensions
The material realm is a “lower dimension” due to its inherent characteristics. Density. Decay. Limited Movement. Etc.
Matter is ephemeral; it is temporary and fleeting. The physical world, bound by its limitations, faces its inevitable end—total decay.
This transience proves the constraints of our existence within this sphere, clearly a lower-dimensional experience.
So, does this mean that matter and materiality is the source of imperfection & sin?
Not inherently. Matter is neutral.
The Source of Sin
Rebellion & Division
The darker aspects of sin do not arise from matter, rather they affect matter.
These traits come from our flawed human interaction within the material frame.
Fragmentation of the Psyche
The eternal ‘we’ exists in our psyche, not in our body, having fragmented away from Source.
This disconnection is referred to as sin.
Understanding Fragmentation
This fragmentation represents a profound separation from our true essence, identity,& nature— resulting in a loss of unity and wholeness. Falling from Perfection.
TO PUT IT SIMPLY:
WE ARE OVERWHELMED SOULS THAT WENT BUZZURK.
REBELLED. SINNED. DEFIED.
We need to recognize that this disconnection manifests, indirectly leading to our feelings of emptiness and despair.
Fragmentation occurs from overwhelming emotions and negative experiences, further entrenching us in a cycle of pain and suffering.
By acknowledging this fragmentation, we will begin the process of healing the fragmentation and, remember who we are.
The only way to reconnect with our Source is through Conscious rememberence.
We’re Broken Vessels Sailing Back Home
All of humanity exists in a state of fragmentation, with differing degrees, of course, distanced from the rememberence of our place in the Tree of Life, cut off from the foundational Essence of our Origin.
This disconnection results in unrefined desires and unholy inclinations. Sin.
The primary objective is to preserve the remnants of our existence that still remain intact, parts of ourselves that can be re-integrated into Source.
Through trials and transformative experiences, like a purifying fire, our soul strives for alignment and reunification with Source through Consciousness—the All in All is seeking harmony with us – from within us, as the Higher Self, in accordance with the Divine principles of I AM. Every disaster is an attempt to wake us up.
This journey demands the dissolution of accumulated negativity and superficial attachments that hinder our resonance.
The demons of separation from the Source (I AM) has left us vulnerable to eternal ignorance; misguided by lower bodily desires, and the blind navigation of our minds’ perpetual state of amnesia.
Physical Matter = A Veil
The laws of Physics drape over our perception, obscuring the Ethereal realm’s boundless perfection from being apprehended by our Eyes and Psyche.
Why God Does This:
To protect us from searing our consciousness. PROTECTION FROM BEING ANNIAHLATED BY THE ALL-CONSUMING FIRE. This density has too much pressure.
ABOUT THE ALL CONSUMING FIRE
the metaphorical “all-consuming fire” symbolizes the purifying force of God’s divine energy. This fire represents both a transformation and a likely threat to those unprepared for its intensity. This can be likened to the everyday struggles people face in maintaining their mental and emotional well-being amid life’s chaos.
The Violet Consuming Flame serves as a protective mechanism, allowing one to transmute discord and imperfection into purity and light, as elaborated by the Ascended Masters in teachings such as those from the I AM School and the St. Germain Foundation.
By consciously invoking this flame, individuals can shield themselves from negative energies and unwanted attachments, akin to the protective measures discussed in contemporary spiritual practices aimed at maintaining a healthy aura and spiritual fortitude, as noted in articles on spiritual protection and aura shielding.
The journey towards spiritual purity requires both the acknowledgment of the consuming fire’s potential for annihilation and the active engagement in practices that foster resilience and enlightenment.
THE VEIL IS GOD’S GIFT OF PROTECTION UNTIL WE’RE READY
This veil is not a mere obstacle; NO!
It is a GIFT—a medium needed for our experience, realization, and final expansion needed to transcend it.
The Creator knows what we need before we do. Painful growth is a must when in such a heavy laden dimension, in order that we remain on the Narrow Way.
We’ll go from this heavy density to our first weightless home – back to a formless, eternal flow state of pure expansion. The pain level we now undergo cannot compare with the level of ecstasy we’ll carry in infinity.
The material world challenges our Soul, un-shapes us, and stages the platform to our Spiritual Ascension.
Our soul craves to experience leveling up. The human experience is how we do that.
Dopamine From The Heavens
What’s cool is we produce dopamine in our brain every time we feel like we’re about to level up, were perfectly designed to keep up with motivation.
The Flesh
A Firey Portal To The Divine Father
The flesh is a starting point from which we Ascend toward the Eternal Flame (ie; Heaven, Tree of Life, Eternal Light.).
Fire Burns. Embrace it. Yes it hurts.
Alchemical Transformation
The Redemption from Within
Salvation is an Alchemical action.
Salvation embodies the metamorphosis of the imperfect aspects of human existence (the corporeal) through the influence of the Perfect (Spirit).
Salvation refers to elevating the lower state of being to the higher One.
VISUALIZE THE ALCHEMY
Visualize the process of human made alchemy, where base metals like lead are refined into resplendent gold.
Everything Has A Parallel / Duality
—as above, so below.
—on earth as it is in heaven….
In the framework of Parallel Alignment, spiritual alchemy does not advocate for the rejection of the corporeal realm but emphasizes its ownership and integration in order to transmute. It’s a necessary step.
Recognize any possibilities over the lower aspects of our existence.
The Divine Alchemist is exemplified by Christ as He performs the transmutation of the lower forms, uncovering the intrinsic Divine that resides within All.
The kingdom of heaven is within.
– Jesus
Scripture illustrates this through symbolic narratives of descent and redemption.
Christ’s very incarnation. What was it?
God revealing his entering of flesh, embodying the perfect descent into the “imperfect” in order to redeem it.
Encoded is a profound truth:
Salvation is an inside-out process, where the spiritual infuses and uplifts the material.
This is not devolution but evolution—a purposeful refinement of existence. A Divine Masterpiece only fully known by Faith.
This transformation is practical
Through combining our energy production that we create with our body movement through prayer, reflection, and cognizant living, we remain more and more in alignment with the higher substance, the Essence of All, the God of the Heavens…
As Divinity peels back the veil, offering a glimpse into Eternity, and kindling hope, Faith increasingly proceeds from our hearts.
The interplay of matter + spirit reaches across spiritual traditions and religious cultures. In all of them, transformation is a recurring theme.
Salvation restores you to your original harmonious symmetry, as Christ exemplified in His death and resurrection.
—a material body -weak and sewn in darkness, ascending in righteousness, glorified by the Holy Spirit, within.
Insights from Other Spiritual Traditions
Hinduism: The material world is maya—an illusion veiling Brahman, the ultimate reality.
Matter is not evil but transient, a stepping stone to liberation. Through knowledge (jnana), devotion (bhakti), or disciplined action (karma), one transcends the veil to unite with the divine.
Buddhism: Matter manifests as samsara, a cycle of suffering fueled by attachment.
Yet, it is also the ground for awakening.
The path to nirvana—enlightenment—uses the material world as a teacher, guiding us beyond suffering through mindfulness and wisdom.
Taoism: Here, matter and spirit are not opposed but intertwined, flowing as yin and yang.
The material world reflects the Tao, the cosmic harmony.
Transformation means living in balance with this natural order, neither clinging to nor rejecting matter.
These traditions affirm that matter, while “lower,” is integral to the Spiritual journey of the Soul.
Whether as a veil to pierce, a cycle to escape, or a symmetry to assume. Or maybe all of the above, it is clearly necessary for the Soul to evolve.
The Role of Wisdom and Knowledge
Wisdom and knowledge are the Alchemist’s #1 tools, fundamental for transmuting the material into the Spiritual.
A desire is kindled for us to Know the One Who is All in All.
He pressed the desire in me to study, for meditation, and the deep-embedded desire we harbor to be intimate with Divinity in our daily routine.
Just as heat sanitizes physical surfaces, Wisdom refines the soul.
The heat when it comes- ALWAYS shifts our perception, forcing us to See the matter.
— in this we find it is not a limit.
We see it for what it is: a lens for the Eternal.
Through this Discernment we experience our own Salvation, co-creating with the Father (Source) in the Higher Realm, King above Kings, He that Is the Logos redeems us, by the Logos (the Word).
Common Objections
The Value of the Material World
Critics argue that;
labeling matter “lower” dismisses its intrinsic worth. If matter is merely a flawed shadow, why does the Divine engage it so deeply—through creation, incarnation, & natural beauty?
Traditions like animism celebrate matter as alive with spirit, while Christianity’s Incarnation sanctifies the physical.
This invites a perspective.
Matter is not a foe to be vanquished by humans but a tool in redemption.
Its limitations—decay, suffering—spur our growth, while its beauty reflects the Divine. A reflection is just that… a reflection.
Putting our form through the Alchemical process does not negate matter’s value; it fulfills it, thinning the veil until it into a window.
I did not come to abolish the law. I came to fulfill it. – Jesus
The material and spiritual are interwoven -so long as we are traveling in this vessel.
Salvation is a journey through matter, not away from it, not for it.
Ecclesiastes 3:11 reminds us that Eternity dwells within the heart of humans, even amid the temporal.
Matter, though a veil, is also the crucible where the Spiritual transmutes the material.
GNOSIS IS THE KEY🔑
Wisdom and knowledge (aka Gnosis) unlock this process, navigated by divine insight.
Far from a simplistic dualism, this vision appreciates the material world’s role in revealing the Divine.
Ultimately, eternal life through salvation is the highest potential that our lower selves can achieve. We transform not to erase or reject our lower nature, but to embrace it for evolving with Divinity.
By doing so, we illuminate that which eternity has already written on our hearts.
Eating flesh was one of the most impure, unholy and unclean actions one could do. Absolute debased.
“So Jesus said to them, ‘Truly, truly, I tell you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink His blood, you have no life in you. Whoever eats My flesh and drinks My blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day.’”
In the realm of theology and religious discussions, the concept of God’s sovereignty and control often sparks debates and varying interpretations.
Some individuals perceive God as an obsessive-compulsive control freak, while others view Him as a weak being unable to intervene in human affairs. However, it is crucial to approach these notions with a deeper understanding of God’s character, as revealed in scripture. In this article, we aim to shed light on the misconceptions surrounding God’s sovereignty and control, exploring the nuanced aspects of His nature.
Unveiling God’s Sovereignty
The Perfect Master’s Authority
Misconception: Imposing worldly labels on God’s character Counterargument: God’s sovereignty transcends human understanding
When discussing God’s sovereignty, it is important to avoid projecting human characteristics onto the Divine. God’s perfection and authority exceed our limited comprehension. Even if God were considered an “OCD control freak,” it would be fitting for the Almighty, as He is the only one worthy of absolute control. Mocking God’s sovereignty diminishes His supremacy and overlooks the fact that He remains stable, unwavering, and fixed in Himself.
The Scriptural Foundation of God’s Sovereignty
Misconception: Limited control over every particle Counterargument: God’s sovereignty extends to all creation
Scripture, such as Psalm 115, emphasizes that God does what He wishes. However, this does not imply that His sovereignty is limited to specific aspects of creation.
For instance, the idea that God handing the earth to mankind in Psalm 115:16 revokes His power over humanity and the earth is faulty. Instead, God grants limited sovereignty to humans while still maintaining ultimate control over all actions taking place on earth. His power is not confined to our linear concept of time; He authored the ages, declared the end from the beginning, and holds sway over past, present, and future.
The Balance of Free Will and God’s Control
The Paradox of Limited Sovereign Control
Misconception: God’s control diminishes with free will Counterargument: God’s sovereignty coexists with human choices
Some argue that if God is in control, why would He give limited sovereign control and the freedom of choice to humans?
However, the idea that God’s sovereignty is limited by human free will fails to acknowledge God’s ability to work through our choices while still accomplishing His ultimate purpose. Although humans may perceive themselves as free-willed, God remains in power, actively guiding the course of history towards His established eternal Kingdom. He is not dependent on imperfect human will to fulfill His already revealed prophecies.
The Power of God’s Authority
Misconception: Limiting God’s power to human talent and intelligence Counterargument: God’s power surpasses human comprehension
Implying that God’s power is limited to being talented and intelligent, while rejecting His authority, does not align with the scriptural portrayal of God. Humans may struggle with the concept of authority, often rejecting anything that questions their own autonomy. However, God’s authority and power exceed our understanding. If God lacks absolute power and is not the God of Scripture, He contradicts His own word and becomes a liar. Recognizing His sovereignty does not diminish His goodness, but rather highlights His unmatched wisdom and ability to accomplish His purposes.
Debunking the Notion of Dependent Control
The Fallacy of Dependent Control
Misconception: God’s control dependent on human choices Counterargument: God’s control surpasses human limitations
The idea that God accomplishes His purpose through human free will raises questions about God’s dependency on imperfect beings. However, God’s sovereignty extends beyond human limitations. His power and knowledge are unlimited, allowing Him to achieve His purposes regardless of human choices. The Word of God reveals that we are either slaves to righteousness or slaves to sin, referring to spiritual, inner enslavement. Only the will of righteousness can free us from the chains of sin, emphasizing that our freedom lies in surrendering to God’s authority.
The Complexity of Spiritual Slavery
Misconception: Misunderstanding the concept of slavery to righteousness Counterargument: Spiritual slavery signifies dependence on God’s will
The concept of being slaves to righteousness or sin involves the inner workings of the human will. It does not imply physical slavery but rather highlights our dependence on the will of either righteousness or sin. If we are slaves to righteousness, we cannot free ourselves through our own will. Instead, it is the will of righteousness that enslaves and liberates us. Thus, understanding our slavery to righteousness allows us to grasp the depth of our dependence on God’s will and power.
The misconceptions surrounding God’s sovereignty and control stem from imposing human limitations and understanding onto the Divine.
By delving into the scriptural foundation and unraveling the complexities of these concepts, we can gain a more comprehensive understanding of God’s sovereignty and control. It is crucial to recognize that God’s sovereignty transcends human comprehension and extends to all creation.
The balance between human free will and God’s control lies in the paradox of limited sovereign control, where God works through our choices while still accomplishing His ultimate purpose. Furthermore, debunking the notion of dependent control reveals that God’s power surpasses human limitations and that spiritual slavery signifies our dependence on God’s will. By shedding light on these lesser-known aspects of God’s sovereignty and control, we can deepen our understanding and appreciation of His nature.
Resources:
“The Sovereignty of God” by A.W. Pink
“The Mystery of Providence” by John Flavel
“The Doctrine of God” by John Frame
“The Sovereignty of God” sermon by John Piper
“Sovereignty and Goodness of God” by Mary Rowlandson (PDF)
To be unconscious is to be lacking spiritual understanding & discernment, as if in a state of spiritual sleep.
Pertaining to behavior or experience not controlled by the ego.The part of the mind, mental functioning, or personality not in the immediate field of awareness.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific & Technical Terms
The Realm of Spirit, the dark canyons of human existence… Only the Spirit holds the wisdom to know & understand the things of the Spirit.
“God has revealed the things of the spirit to us … … by his Spirit … The Spirit searches all things… even the deep things of God.
who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way: no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God.”
1 Corinthians 2:10-11
The depths of the subconscious mind contain a sacred essence, intricately woven with our soul’s essence.
It is within this realm that darkness resides, symbolizing the presence of Satan, the adversary, the one who confuses.
Satan operates in the darkness, seeking to cause separation among all that is whole.
“But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear.”
Isaiah 59:2
Mind & Spirituality
The depths of the unconscious mind are interconnected with our spiritual nature. The presence of both light and darkness are within the unconscious mind, symbolizing good and evil forces.
Satan and Separation
Satan is the adversary, representing darkness and seeking to create separation among individuals. This is in line with the traditional Christian belief that Satan is a malevolent spiritual entity opposed to God and goodness.
Human Sinfulness
Human sinfulness, is rooted in the biblical narrative of Adam and Eve’s disobedience. All human beings are born with a sinful nature, leading to selfishness, rebellion, and separation from God.
Broken Relationships
The inherent sinfulness leads to fractured relationships with both God and other people. This brokenness is attributed to our sinful nature, causing a divide between humanity and the perfect and holy nature of God.
Influence of Thoughts and Words
The impact of sinful thoughts and words can distance individuals from a harmonious relationship with God and others. It emphasizes the power of words to build up or tear down and the role of thoughts in shaping behavior.
Ego and Inner Child
An “ego of a child” can control an individual who has not achieved integration. Unresolved childhood trauma and the consequences of such experiences on an individual’s psyche.
God’s Presence and Guidance
There is a recurring theme of God’s presence and support in times of pain and turmoil. Biblical verses are cited to underscore the importance of guarding one’s heart and recognizing the spiritual battle against unseen forces.
Deceptive Nature of Satan
References the deceptive nature of Satan, who can masquerade as an angel of light, luring individuals away from the path of righteousness.
In the Bible, it is stated that all human beings are sinful and none are truly good, not even one. The concept of “good” here refers to being holy.
Integration Is Holy
To be holy means: to be complete, whole, and integrated.
Every person carries fragments of themselves hidden within the deep crevices of their minds, concealing their true selves in the shadows of their subconscious.
The Bible teaches that sin entered the world through the disobedience of Adam and Eve, marking the fall of humanity from its original state of holiness and communion with God.
As a result, all human beings are born with a sinful nature, inclined towards selfishness, rebellion, and separation from God.
This inherent sinfulness manifests in various ways in our thoughts, words, and actions, leading to a broken relationship with both God and others.
The inherent sinfulness within us permeates our thoughts, words, and actions, resulting in a fractured relationship with both God and our fellow human beings.
This brokenness is a consequence of our sinful nature, which separates us from the perfect and holy nature of God.
Our thoughts, often tainted by selfishness, pride, and impure desires, can lead us astray from God’s truth and wisdom. We may entertain thoughts of envy, greed, or lust, which ultimately distance us from a harmonious relationship with God and others.
Our words, influenced by sin, can deceive, hurt, or manipulate others, causing division. Their power can build up or tear down, encourage or discourage, heal or wound.
When one is not integrated, they are under the control of a child’s ego.
This refers to being consumed by the ego of a child, seeking solace from the pain of rejection that was inflicted upon them. The experiences that lead to this bewildering state are twisted, unholy, and depraved. A child may be forced to enact actions such as hating, dividing, severing, and locking away certain aspects of their psyche, all in an attempt to soothe the one who should have provided comfort.
Instead of guiding the child towards healthy functionality, they are left to navigate the turmoil caused by dissociation, resulting from the traumatic experiences imposed upon them by adults. These experiences hinder the child’s ability to understand basic concepts such as colors, numbers, and emotions. Being thrust into the center of adult dysfunction and being subjected to adult problems is a form of torture for a child, regardless of how it may compare to other difficult situations.
The adult who should have loved and nurtured the child instead manipulates them to love the parent more, while simultaneously denying their memories, gaslighting them, and depriving them of the truth. The inner child is pushed deeper into the shadows, mirroring the same treatment the parent received in their own upbringing. This cycle perpetuates, resulting in an adult who doesn’t need to be as broken as they have become. It now becomes the individual’s responsibility to pick up the shattered pieces of themselves.
God sees this pain and turmoil, and He is present to offer guidance and support. As the Bible says in Proverbs 4:23:
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
This verse highlights the importance of being mindful of what we allow into our hearts and minds, as our thoughts and emotions deeply influence our actions and behaviors.
Additionally, Ephesians 6:12 reminds us that our struggle is not merely against other human beings, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
This passage suggests the existence of unseen spiritual forces at work in the world and emphasizes the need for vigilance in protecting ourselves from their influence.
Satan possesses the ability to control the unconscious mind, as mentioned in various passages of the Bible. In 2 Corinthians 11:14, it is stated, “And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light.” Satan can appear as something good or desirable, deceiving us in the process.
The depth of the unconscious mind intertwines with our spiritual nature. It is important to guard our hearts and minds, being mindful of the influences we allow.
The struggle we face extends beyond the physical realm, involving unseen spiritual forces. Satan has the ability to manipulate and deceive, appearing as something appealing to lead us astray.
