Published:
December 31, 2013
Originally recorded:
February 27, 2009
This lecture recorded on Shabbat Terumah gives us the ability to awaken a true desire. Many times we don't understand when things don't go according to our plan. As Michael explains, these moments are opportunities for us to get to where we ultimately need to be, however, it depends on our consciousness with the situation. Our desire is the key to becoming a resting place for the Light of the Creator, but it must be a complete and pure desire which is the greatest gift of this Shabbat.
When we want something in our lives, we make it happen through hard work, perseverance, and a belief in ourselves. Desire - for something more, or something we don't yet have - is what drives us to achieve what we want in life. This week, the energy of Terumah supports the building up of our vessels, or our desires. When we focus on our desire, elevating it to one of sharing, we are given the spiritual means necessary to achieve it.