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Curitiba, 25 de Abril de 2025
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ícone An Unusual King

Kings are born in palaces, surrounded by a lot of comfort, including lace, embroidery and fine fabrics, in cribs which are previously prepared.

He was born in a stable, which was lent, surrounded by animals that took shelter there. His mother´s affection wrapped him in the cloths she had taken with her on the long journey.

Kings have servants at their disposal, at all hours.

He said that He had not come to be served, but to serve.

Kings have people who prepare their meals and serve them on fine porcelain dishes.

He prepared fire, by the beach, baked fish and distributes the portions, right there, to His followers.

Kings have servants to help them get dressed, choose the best clothes.

He wrapped a towel around his waist and washes the feet of those who He had chosen to continue His work,

Kings have people to prepare huge mausoleums to receive the mortal remains.

He needed the compassion of a friend who gave Him a tomb that have never been used before to house His lifeless body.

Kings are known for the vast domains of their property.

He said He did not have a stone to rest His head on.

During their journeys, Kings are announced by scouts, who open the way for them, while security guards ensure no one invades the perimeter through which they will pass by.

 He used of a rude man, dressed in animal skin, with a head of hair that drew attention and a loud voice: I am the voice of one crying in the desert. Open up the paths of the Lord.

And when He arrived, He lived surrounded by people in need of every order, in body and spirit. He had never asked that anyone to be removed from His presence or prevented from approaching Him.

On the only occasion, when those who loved Him tried to stop children from getting close to Him, because they wanted Him to rest for a while, He warned: Let the little children come to Me and do not stop them.

 Kings travel in luxurious cars, with air-conditioner, at incredible speeds.

He traveled by foot, on dusty roads, on hot days, at the mercy of the winds.

Only once He ride a donkey. His entrance into the city was so unexpected that people rushed to Him, placing olive and palm branches, or their own cloaks on His way. 

People decided to honor Him by laying out the carpet of His affection, materialized with whatever they had in their hands.

Kings have secretaries to arrange their agenda, checking whether they have time for this or that appointment.

He was available at any time, sometimes, He did not have time to eat or rest.

Kings have their pronouncements announced in advance so that everyone would be ready to listen.

He would climb a mountain, or stand in a boat, near the shore of a lake and speak to those whoever wanted to hear Him.

Kings established laws according to their will and whim.

He offered the law of love, claiming to be the interpreter of the will of the Heavenly Father.

Kings allow themselves to break the laws, whenever is convenient.

He was always a the one who fulfilled the laws of men, even when they seemed unfair.

An unusual King in every way. Let us follow Him.

Spiritist Moment team.
March 27, 2025.

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