The Pre-Spring Fast has come to a close.

This was a great fasting period. I felt so good during this week, that I considered prolonging the fast. I did not because my body was giving me signs that weakness was setting in. Nevertheless, the fast brought me a fresh perspective, helped me shed a few more pounds, and helped me shed a great deal of mental baggage.

I can hear the song, “That Shelf Behind the Door”. We all have a shelf in our minds where we store all the bad memories and hurts of the past. Whenever we have an argument with a friend or relative, we almost assuredly go to that shelf and tell them everything they ever did to us. We must tear down that shelf.

Some hurts should be remembered, but in a more controlled way. If someone was abusive to you, you should remember to protect yourself from them. You should be more cautious around them. However, if that person does make a true change, you need to have enough love and forgiveness to accept them, keeping the old signs in mind as a warning for yourself. These warning signs should not be randomly thrown in their face.

Most times, though, we remember petty things about people. What if God did this to us? What if every time we wanted a blessing, God reminded us of every single solitary mistake we ever made? The scripture teaches us that it is the evil spirit that does this. God does not do this. God will show us our errors, but not overload us with frivolous events.

Saints and friends, let us keep our minds high. Let us focus on the areas in our lives that need the greatest attention. Help others in their journey and down the line someone will help you. Peace and Love to all. I truly enjoyed writing you daily during this fast.

Tomorrow is the Eighth Anniversary of the Internet Ministry. I will at least write an article; I may even upload a video or two. I will say this now, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT IN WORDS AND DEEDS.

I have the honor to be your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 16, 2008

We are now closing the sixth day of fasting.

Saints and friends I wonder about people sometimes, specifically the condition or state of their minds. There are so many erroneous thoughts in our culture that it is sickening. Thursday I went to work to pick up my paycheck. One of my teenage coworkers asked me, “George where are your jeans?” I had on light colored khakis. I reiterated to her, “I told you I don’t wear jeans.” She closed the conversation with a quite foolish remark, “You look like one of them.” When I turned around I saw a group of European Americans.

Please say it with me, “What!?!” Because I don’t wear jeans I am dressing like white people? This is just as crazy as—getting good grades is acting white—or—speaking proper English is talking white. When will we realize that these thoughts come from white supremacist minds. That mind says anything of high quality comes from whites and every other race is inferior. Father Hurley was right when he taught us that blacks and poor whites, as well as other oppressed groups, had taken on a spirit of inferiority. I see whites who dress like thugs. I see whites dress in business attire. I have a preference of not wearing jeans, this has everything to do with my style and background, and nothing to do with race.

As long as we misapply racial categories so grossly, racism will continue. This young black lady obviously has a spirit of inferiority. Oh what a shame. I’m sure if she reads this, she will disagree. This is why I accepted the ministry. Even the younger generations are being poisoned by erroneous thoughts, and somebody has to cure them with God’s word. Peace and Love.

Your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 15, 2008

All Hail to the Christ Within,

Peace unto all as we close the fifth day of fasting.

I finally had a brief hunger attack. I’m used to fasting from Thursday evening to Friday evening, so I was fine all day. But at 6pm tonight I became never hungry. The only thing that stopped me was the thought that if I quit now, the whole week would have been in vein.

During my meditation this morning I heard a simple phrase, “Empty you, get more me.” Glory to God. Empty you, get more me. Truly this was the spirit of God talking from within. We must let go of our foolish ways. We must saturate ourselves with God’s Word. I can hear Prince John Lewis, “When they hit you, only the word should come out….When they wring you, only the word should come out.” Of course, something cannot come out that was not in, in the first place. Therefore, we must get God’s precious word in us.

Yes, I’m going to say it again, “It comes through fasting and praying.” These spiritual tools and techniques left on record by God are here for our benefit. Let us use what Father Hurley taught us to lead us to a victorious life. Peace and Love.

Your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 14, 2008

All Hail to the Christ Within,

We are ending the fourth day of fasting.

We had a gathering this evening that really touched my heart. The saints here in Michigan want to see the Headquarters temple restored and reopened in Hurley’s name. We sang, prayed, and held a unified righteous thought. The tears I saw rolling, to me, were tears of joy. Even in the midst of failures success is just around the corner. Oh glory to God.

I have to say it again, “It comes through fasting and praying.” The world cannot hinder the works of God. God desires ALL to be blessed. God desires ALL to be healed. God desires ALL to live in peace. Where then are the blessings, healing, and peace? It is within us precious saints. It is within us. We must act on what we believe. After the fast is over, we must go to work. After we pray, we must live a righteous life so that our lives are conducive to a blessing state.

The world is searching for the living bread, so says the songwriter. I agree. The world is looking for hope. Tonight, the greatest part of our gathering was seeing the children singing and participating. I hope they remember that it was the prayers and righteous works that did it. I pray that as they go into adulthood, when they are faced with great challenges, that they will sing, pray, fast, meditate, concentrate, think and work their way to victory. God bless you all.

The spirits of Princess Georgia Latimer and Prince John B. Lewis, Jr. are pleased. Amen

Your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 13, 2008

All Hail to the Christ Within,

The third day of the fast has passed. We are approaching the halfway mark!

Precious saints and friends, if you can’t feel the change in the air, then maybe you are not breathing. The spirit is still saying, “It comes through fasting and praying.” What is the “it”? The “it” is your righteous intent. Last year, through my spiritual impressions, I constructed three vision statements. I recite them daily after my meditation. At first they were distant hopes and now are realistic. Fasting has helped me break through the barriers between me and my visions.

Fasting, dear ones, is not only a spiritual tool but a health tool. Excessive fasting is associated with eating disorders, but the key word there is excessive. Not eating for 24 hours can reset the body’s cravings. To really make this work eat something healthy to break the fast. So if you are trying to eat for fruit, after going on a water/juice fast for 24 hours, let your first meal be several pieces of fruit. This will cause your body and mind to crave more fruits. Maybe this is one reason why Father Hurley called us to fast every week from Thursday 6pm to Friday 6pm.

Tonight we will have another discussion to close Day 4. Until then—Peace and Love.

Your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 13, 2008

All Hail to the Christ Within,

Today ends the second day of the Pre-Spring Fast.

This fast has me in such a high spirit, that my mind cannot go low. I spent the day singing at work. A potentially explosive situation is brewing, and to avoid any conflicts I just kept singing. Why argue with ignorant people? It is a waste of time and energy. The evil spirit wants us all upset and angry with our mind on frivolous things. If someone doesn’t like you, keeping demonstrating love, and know that you have done all you can do. Saints and friends, let us start using good reasoning.

On the way into the temple tonight I heard the spirit say, “It comes through fasting and praying.” In order to receive the blessings of the Lord, we must go according to his plan and ways. We cannot be vindictive and hateful and think things will work out in our favor. These approaches are only temporary. Fasting helps discipline the mind and body. Again, it is really surprising me that I am not having major hunger strikes so far.

I only mentioned to a few co-workers that I am fasting. When they understood that I am eating nothing for a week they are amazed. One young lady said, “I couldn’t do that.” Believe me there are members throughout the nation saying the same thing. Most of us never realize we are the creator of our own destiny. If we cannot control our eating, then how can we expect to control other areas of life. Fasting is a great spiritual tool.

Tomorrow, we will talk about the natural or medical benefits of fasting.

Your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 11, 2008

Princess Shirley Aquart, President of the Wisemen Board of the Universal Hagar’s Spiritual Church, has called a Pre-Spring Fast. The fast began midnight on Sunday, March 9, 2008 and will run through Sunday, March 16 at 3pm. Only water, teas, juices, and soups (no meat) are allowed for those of us in the School of Wisdom. I have opted to take the strictest path and intake water, teas, and juices only.

As I retire to bed this evening, I am surprised that only one hunger “pain” hit me today. The desire for food is really suppressed at this time. Some wonder about the significance of fasting. One major benefit is psychological. Think about it. If I can go seven days without eating period, then that lets me know I can control other desires. Hunger is natural, but even natural desires must be controlled. For instance, it is natural to seek pleasure, but if you are in college your studies come first.

Saints and friends, I will be writing daily whilst going through this fast. I’m not sure what I will talk about this week. I can say that I feel good right now; this fast is already having a positive effect. For me, food is sort of a drug. Princess Georgia Latimer (my grandmother) told me as a child, “George, you overeat because of your nerves. If you can ever get control of your nerves, you will stop overeating.” I have found this to be true, long after she left this physical realm. Maybe we will pick up on this tomorrow. Peace and Love to all. Good cheers to all who are fasting—you made it to day one!

Your obedient servant,
Rev. George H. Latimer-Knight
Written March 10, 2008 at age 26