The Law of Attraction as Taught on Rosh Hashanah
I was recently reminded of The Secret by Rhonda Byrne as I was reading the biblical readings from Rosh Hashanah. Genesis 22:1-24 is the story of Abraham and his son Isaac. To summarize the story, Abraham is told by the Lord to take his only son Isaac “into the land of Moriah” to offer Isaac as a “burnt-offering.” As Abraham tells Isaac to wait with the supplies for the “burnt-offering,” Isaac asks, “…but where is the lamb for a burnt-offering?” Abraham replies, “God will provide Himself the lamb for a burnt-offering my son.” When reading this to completion we find “And Abraham lifted up his eyes, and looked, and behold behind him a ram caught in the thicket by his horns.”
Now this was amazing. I have read this scripture for more years than I care to think about (at least 40). I have been writing and practicing the “Law of Attraction” my entire life (we all have.) What was truly amazing is how I have always gotten the message of devotion to the Lord from this story. Why the ”Law of Attraction” now? (I also know that some of you reading this will say that Isaac spoke of a lamb and was provided a ram, therefore my theory is bogus. Close enough, four legs, young sheep versus male sheep.) Why was it now that it came to me? I think the answer is below.
First, for those who are non-believers in the “Law of Attraction” and are biblical believers, here is proof that we all attract everything we WANT. (Give your clients what they WANT so you get what you WANT. Where have I heard that before?) The “Law of Attraction” was being taught by deed and in spiritual teachings from the beginning of time.
Second, there is always something new to learn, no matter how many times you read or listen to something you have heard over and over again. Of course we all see the devotion of Abraham to the Lord by his actions. Preparing Isaac, collecting the wood, and preparing the knife for putting Isaac to death are signs of devotion. All of these are signs of Abraham’s loyalty to the word of God. I encourage you to listen again to your old electronic media for new lessons. Read again those books that have provided valuable messages for new messages.
Finally, I am convinced it is the combination of both faith and the “Law of Attraction.” Faith lives within the “Law of Attraction” and the “Law of Attraction” can only be practiced with its greatest and most pure result when there is strong faith present.
Some might argue as they look at what others have manifested by the “Law of Attraction” that there is no faith in that person’s life, yet look at all they have. I challenge each and every one of them. I am assured that when studied, both the “Law of Attraction” and strong faith works hand in hand.
I am clear now why I was shown this “new” message at this time. It has been here for all these years of reading and I was present to receive the message this year. Ultimately, I believe that this year was the year that I was being told to share this concept of the “Law of Attraction” and strong faith with you!
Please, share with me your experiences from your personal observations. I have read the book and seen the DVD of The Secret. What have you in your readings, life experiences, and teachings found as the law of attraction? Please share those life experiences with me. With your permission I would like to share your experiences with others so that they can believe and enjoy the fruits of the “Law of Attraction” and strong faith.
Gerry Rose runs INTEGRITY Networking Solutions in Oceanside, CA. He works with realtors who want to attract the right prospects and their affinity partners who want to generate more referrals. More than 10,000 businesses have been presented the INTEGRITY Networking Solutions system in San Diego, Riverside, and Orange Counties.
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Involved with networking organizations since 1984, Gerry is a Distinguished Toastmaster, a member of Toastmaster International, and has chaired numerous chambers of commerce and non-profit organizations.
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