Episode Summary: Polarity, Resistance, and Transcending Doubt (Pages 252-276) In this chapter, we explore the dualities within ourselves—our Yeshua self, which embodies love and light, and our Lucifer self, which resists change and clings to fear. By recognizing these aspects, we gain a deeper understanding of how our personal struggles mirror collective challenges and how our resistance to growth reflects the tension in the world around us. Transformation is not a single moment but a gradual process of awakening to our true nature. Through the lens of light and void, we learn to navigate our inner polarities, make conscious choices, and contribute positively, even in times of uncertainty. Key Themes: * Light is not fading; rather, our connection to it can wane. It is up to us to stay connected. * As light grows within us, resistance often increases. Our old belief systems struggle to hold on. * The world mirrors our internal struggles—resistance to change, collective division, and the cycles of power. * We are responsible for our own peace and how we engage with transformation. Navigating Inner Resistance Resistance to growth is natural. This chapter explores how resistance manifests: * Love-nots—the mental and emotional knots we carry—can feel heavier when transformation begins. * When belief systems collapse, there is often panic and a rush to regain control. * The pendulum of power swings back and forth, without real progress, when change is resisted instead of embraced. * We are encouraged not to get lost in choosing sides but instead to move beyond judgment and into a place of awareness and unity. The Balance of Healthy and Unhealthy Resistance We are invited to reflect: Should we resist at all? * Healthy resistance is about discernment—it allows us to pause, explore, and proceed with wisdom. * Unhealthy resistance comes from fear and an unwillingness to accept change. * The Divine is making it impossible to stay in resistance. The more we cling to old patterns, the harder the shift feels. Fear of Love, Fear of Fear Many of us fear love itself because loving means risking loss. Yet love is our true nature. We are encouraged to ask: Will we fear love, or will we love fear? * The Divine loves us in all states—joy, peace, judgment, and separation alike. * Choosing love over fear is essential to our path. Understanding the Yeshua and Lucifer Self Within each of us are two aspects: * The Yeshua Self is aligned with Divine will, love, and peace. It seeks unity and trust. * The Lucifer Self clings to control, fear, and separation. It thrives in division and the illusion of dominance. Rather than rejecting one and clinging to the other, we are called to recognize when we are operating from our Lucifer self and gently guide ourselves back into the light. Resurrection as a Process of Awakening Resurrection is not a single event; it is an unfolding journey of consciousness: * Descent: The movement into form and ego identity. * Awakening: Recognizing our higher nature and stepping into our true path. * Realization: The return to Divine consciousness. We may experience many mini-resurrections in life—each moment we choose awareness, presence, and truth, we realign with our highest self. What Do You Wish to Contribute? We are invited to consider: What are we contributing to life? * Are we creating and engaging with love, presence, and peace? * Or are we lost in distractions, judgments, and fleeting pursuits? By being mindful of our words, actions, and energy, we can step into conscious creation rather than reactive existence. Key Takeaway Both light and the void are our sacred teachers. When we recognize our Yeshua and Lucifer selves as part of our growth, we stop resisting and begin to flow with divine balance. Through conscious choice, we return—moment by moment—to our authentic selves. Reflection:Each time we choose love over fear, presence over distraction, and peace over division, we resurrect into our truest self. Next Steps: Read & Listen 📖 Read: The Alpha, the Omega, and Eternal Life (Pages 279-309, The Freedom Transmissions)🎧 Listen: Audiobook section The Alpha, the Omega, and Eternal Life (Transmission 6: On Life, Loss, and the Lamb) All links and information are in the show notes. Thanks for listening. Keep holding the light. Stay Connected 🔹 Subscribe on Substack: Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning Grossman🔹 Instagram: @laurie.gunning.grossman🔹 Hold the Light Collective: Affirmations Tool & More About the Podcast Hold the Light supports lifelong learners and spiritual seekers in deepening their journey toward personal transformation. Through reflection, wisdom, and practical tools, this podcast is a companion for those on the path of growth and self-discovery. Podcast Credits 🎙 Creator, Producer, and Host: Laurie Gunning Grossman🎧 Co-Producer & Sound Design: Jonathan Grossman🎼 Original Music: Jonathan Grossman📍 Recorded at: Night Shift Audio, Los Angeles, CA Other Episodes in This Series 🎧 Ep. 1—Introduction: The Freedom Transmissions Series 🎧 Ep. 2—I AM Yeshua 🎧 Ep. 3 —The Three Veils and Seven Imbalances of the Mind, Part 1 🎧 Ep. 4—The Three Veils and Seven Imbalances of the Mind, Part 2 🎧 Ep. 5—The Chambers of the Sacred Heart 🎧 Ep. 6—The Thread and Stitching of the Dreaming, Part 1 🎧 Ep. 7—The Thread and Stitching of the Dreaming, Part 2 🎧 Ep. 8—Shades of Hope 🎧 Ep. 9—Sacred Seeds 🎧 Ep. 10—The Servitude of Longing 🎧 Ep. 11—The Liberation of Longing 🎧 Ep. 12 — The Freedom of Be-ing 🎧 Ep. 13 – The Power of Perception 🎧 Ep. 14 – Clarity, Pt. 1 🎧 Ep. 15 – Clarity, Pt. 2 🎧 Ep. 16 — The Spectrum of Spirit About The Freedom Transmissions 📖 Buy the Book: The Freedom Transmissions🌐 Learn More: The Spirit Transmissions Disclaimer All reflections shared in this series are my personal interpretations of The Freedom Transmissions. 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