PLIM Frequently Asked Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

"What is PLIM?"

P.L.I.M., Inc., is a non-profit research organization in the State of Illinois. Questions about PLIM.

* It produces a Chicago Access Corporation (CAC) cable television show called "Power Latent in Man" that airs every Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. on Channel 36. CAC is the largest community cable corporation in the U.S.)

* It also publishes the "PLIM REPORT" bi-monthly magazine. To subscribe to the "PLIM REPORT"

"What does PLIM mean?"

Believe it or not, PLIM is a word. Did you know that P.L.I.M., besides being the acronym for the Power Latent In Man, has meaning. In Webster's Unabridged Encyclopedic Dictionary, 1989 edition it says PLIM means to enlarge, to grow more fuller or rounder, or to swell. That's the purpose of our show P.L.I.M. "Power Latent in Man"
* To enlarge your consciousness spiritually and psychologically.

* To enable you to grow fuller in the Spirit.

* And to swell the reservoir of the Messiah's attributes (Intelligence, Wisdom, Beauty, Love, Justice, Foundation, Power, and Strength) within the soul from which to draw upon (John 15:1-7; Gal. 5:22). That is the intent of our show P.L.I.M. (The Power Latent In Man).

What does PLIM believe?

We believe there are universal principles in operation that work in everyone's life. Adhering to certain positive universal principles will manifest peace, joy, and happiness in your life and violating these same principles will surely result in strife, confusion, and sadness. The great Master the Messiah pointed out that physical acts are not that which defiles a man, but the thoughts and ideas in his heart (Matt. 15:17-20). Sages and adepts have known this for years. In current times, Betty J. Eadie wrote of opposites in her book Embraced by the Light. "Positive and negative energies work in opposition to each other. And when we internalize these energies, they become our servants. Positive attracts positive, and negative attracts negative (The Laws, p. 57)." For example, liars, hypocrites, and people full of hate cannot expect to enjoy peace of mind.

Does the physical reflect the spiritual?

Yes, natural phenomenon points to spiritual principles (Rom. 1:19-20; John 3:12). The "Law of Correspondence" states 'as is above, so is below.' For example, natural food points to spiritual food (Deut. 8:3), natural blindness points to spiritual blindness (Eph. 4:18; 2 Pet. 1:3-9), natural sight points to spiritual sight, the natural body points to the spiritual body (I Cor. 6:19-20). Simply put, the physical creation is a visible, material manifestation of the angelic or immaterial realm.

What is a soul?

The soul is an immaterial body whose temple, tabernacle or house on earth is our physical body (I Cor. 3:16; Gen. 2:7). The soul compares to a cloud that takes on the shape of whatever container holds it. Elohim or God breathed into Adam's nostrils the breath of life and he became a living soul. The Cloud that filled the Tabernacle that Israel built in the Wilderness of Sinai is an analogy of the soul (Ex. 40:34).Your soul looks just like you, but does not have flesh or blood. The soul has a consciousness outside the body and will continue to exist either in eternal light or eternal darkness once the body dies. See Substance of the Soul article.

How do you become spiritually minded?

The process of moving toward a spiritual mind is two-fold (Matt. 18:16; Isa. 8:20). It is important that you have a knowledge of the scriptures and other books that describe spiritual transformations like those of Edgar Cayce, Meister Eckhart, and others. Your scholarship, however, must be accompanied by a first hand, psychological experience with Spirit by whatever manifestation Yahweh (the Lord) chooses. He can communicate to human beings in a still small voice, in visions, and dreams. "And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit. (Joel 2:28-29)." Spiritual experiences are personal and must be developed. We believe that people should be led by the Spirit (Rom. 8:14), not other men or dogmas. We know that a great many people throughout all cultures and religions had, and are still having, supernatural experiences (such as visions, OBE, etc.) which they interpret in terms of their culture.

How would I benefit by being exposed to PLIM?

PLIM audiences discover a method of living that is in harmony with universal principles of peace, faith, endurance, self-control, long-suffering and other fruits of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22; Rom. 5:1-5). In other words, adversity and struggle builds character. They learn how to interact with Spirit using the Tabernacle Pattern as their model and exercise faith in a power that will deliver them from life's daily trials and tribulations. They also develop the powers latent in man (i.e. intuition, inner receptivity, and faith).

Is God a universal pattern?

There is a three-fold tabernacle pattern in operation consisting of a Most Holy Place, Holy Place, and Court Round About (Heb. 8:5; Exo. 25:8-9) that can guide you through the spiritual realm. Likewise, a map of an unknown area will assist you in planning routes to unfamiliar destinations. You may make a few wrong turns along the way, but a map, like the pattern, will give you a reference from which to return to the right course. PLIM audiences study historical facts and events, their spiritual reality, and their psychological application.

Does the mindset under the Old Covenant differ from the mindset under the New Covenant?

Under the Law of Moses, Israel was accustomed to ceremonies, sacrifices, and rituals. They believed that performing these literal works was pleasing to Yahweh (the Lord, Isa. 1:2). The Messiah's death brought these physical works to an end (Rom. 10:4) and ushered us into a perfected way of worshipping the creator in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:21-24). Under the New Covenant (Jer. 31:31-34; Heb. 8:7-13), we are saved by Grace through the invisible principle of Faith (Eph. 2:8-9). We become confident of the Messiah within us (Col. 1:26) and understand that the physical ceremonies and sacrifices under the Law of Moses pointed to spiritual principles under grace. During the Messiah's ministry, He tried to expand Israel's mindset to believe all things are possible to those who are receptive to Spirit (Mark 9:23).

What is the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit?

The Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit are not three individuals or a Trinity, but three states and conditions (I John 5:7; Deut. 6:4, John 1:1-2, 14). Taking the natural to understand the spiritual, the supernal nature of the creator compares to the three states of matter: gas, liquid, or solid. The Father is likened unto the gaseous, abstract state, being invisible and without shape or form (Deut. 4:12; Exo. 35:4). The Word is likened unto the liquid or intermediate state. The Word is visible in visions and often appears in the shape and form of a man (Exo. 24:9-10; John 1:1-4), Matt. 17:1-9). The Holy Spirit is likened unto the solid, concrete state of matter. The Messiah was manifested in the flesh to prove this. (I Tim. 3:16) . See

What are the scriptures?

Now the scriptures of Israel prior to the Messiah's birth were the Torah given at Mt. Sinai and the divine visions and revelations revealed to Israel's prophets (Isa. 8:20; 2 Tim. 3:16). During the time of the Messiah, who came to fulfill these prophecies, the scriptures were called the law, the prophets and the writings of Psalms (Lk. 24:37; 44-46). The purpose of the scriptures was to reveal Yahweh's eternal purpose, pattern and plan (Isa. 46:9-10) enabling humans to establish implicit faith in the Holy Spirit within them. The scriptures were never intended to be a code of conduct for people to follow. If everyone was led by the Bible, what job would the Holy Spirit play in man's spiritual transformation (John 14:26)?

The four gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, and the letters from Paul, Peter, James, and John to various assemblies are called the New Testament. (See "New Testament" in Free Literature section to discover what the New Testament really is.) These books of the Bible began to be written at least 19 years after the Messiah's death. Abraham, Isaac and Jacob did not have a Bible. They were led by the Spirit (Rom. 8:14).

With so many versions of the Bible, no one knows which one is most accurate. The Roman Catholic Bible consists of 14 more books than the Protestant Bible. These 14 books, called the Apocryphal, were part of the original Hebrew scriptures that were translated into Greek in the 3rd century before the Messiah's birth. This original Hebrew Bible was called the Septuagint because 72 Jewish scribes translated it. The Septuagint Bible was translated into Latin and called the Latin Vulgate Bible. When the Protestant Reformation began in the 16th century, Martin Luther removed these 14 books. At one point the book of Revelation was written as an Appendix to the scripture.

Spiritual principles in the Bible must be written within hearts and minds of humans, which is where the Kingdom of heaven is (Rom. 9:17). "Ye are our epistle [letter] written in our hearts, known and read of all men: Forasmuch as ye are manifestly declared to be the epistle of Christ [Messiah] ministered by us, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone, but in fleshy tables of the heart (2 Cor. 3:2-3)."

What are the primary texts or study guides for your organization?

The Bible. This book is a compilation of visions written by prophets who have interacted with Spirit.

Elohim, the Archetypal Original Pattern of the Universe, by Dr. Henry C. Kinley. This text features a three-fold pattern after which the whole creation conforms.

Crack in the Cosmic Egg, by Joseph Chilton Pearce, (Julian Press, 1988). This text explains how culture colors everything we think, but is most necessary and acts as a reference or framework for our first world view.

Recovering the Soul, by Larry Dossey, M.D., (Bantam Doubleday Dell, 1989). This text documents scientific studies that measure the power of prayer in healing.

Love, Medicine and Miracles : Lessons Learned About Self-Healing from a Surgeon's Experience With Exceptional Patients by Bernie S. Siegel, (HarperCollins, 1990). This text explains the effects of alternative healing methods.

A World Waiting To Be Born: Civility Rediscovered, by M. Scott Peck, M.D., (Bantam Doubleday Dell, 1994)

Mental Poisoning, by H. Spencer Lewis, Ph.D., F.R.C. (Amorc, 1987). This book describes the power of mental suggestions on the mind.

Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell, Bill D. Moyers, Betty S. Flowers, (Anchor Books, 1991). The Power of Myth explains man's ability to convey principles about the spirit world and to shape people's minds.

The Hero With a Thousand Faces, by Joseph Campbell (Princeton University Press, 1989).

Hostage to the Devil by Malachi Martin, (A Bantam Book/published by arrangement with Reader's Digest Press, 1976).

Selling God by Laurence Moore, (Oxford University Press, 1994). This book describes how religion in America have made merchandise of men's souls (Rev. 18th Chapter).

(For more: see our PLIM Booklist)

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