ABC of Spiritualism 40 & 41 & 42/100

40. What, then, is the true Mission of Spirit Messages ?

First to convince men of the continuity of human life. Secondly, to spiritualize our thoughts, affections and lives by instruction and guidance. Thirdly, to bring us Consolaton in the sorrows and bereavements of life. Fourthly, to enable us to reach through Mediumship exalted and powerful spiritual helpers in the great crises of Life. Spirit messages are not designed to take the place of our own reason and moral sense in ordinary affairs or in business life.

41. What class of Spirit Messages are most likely to prove fallible and misleading?

By common consent it is admitted that messages dealing with worldly affairs are most likely to prove disappointing and misleading.

42. Are there not authentic instances where the Spirit World has given advice that proved valuable in worldly affairs?

There are such cases but they are exceptional. Generally where such messages as these are given they have either come spontaneously to the mortal, prompted by the love and watchcare of some spirit friend, or as reliable advice that brought financial good to some one for the promotion of the cause of truth. Comparatively few instances can be found where men seeking financial gain for themselves have found that spirit advice led on to fortune.