michael ryce discussed key ideas from a long-started but unfinished book, The End of Suffering, a dialogue between a character and Yeshua. The central theme explored is the concept of self-inflicted suffering and how Yeshua's teachings provide tools to overcome it. A significant focus was placed on the importance of taking personal responsibility for one’s suffering rather than blaming others. Forgiveness, the speaker stressed, is the key to reclaiming personal power and liberating oneself f...
michael ryce discussed key ideas from a long-started but unfinished book, The End of Suffering, a dialogue between a character and Yeshua. The central theme explored is the concept of self-inflicted suffering and how Yeshua's teachings provide tools to overcome it. A significant focus was placed on the importance of taking personal responsibility for one’s suffering rather than blaming others. Forgiveness, the speaker stressed, is the key to reclaiming personal power and liberating oneself from the victimhood mentality that often keeps people trapped in cycles of pain.
dr ryce reflected on how many people misinterpret Yeshua's teachings by adopting beliefs that shift responsibility away from themselves. They rely on simply invoking his name without doing the necessary inner work for personal transformation. Yeshua’s teachings emphasized personal effort and the application of his instructions to experience true change. The conversation also touched upon Yeshua’s overcoming of worldly suffering and how this achievement was meant to serve as a model for others.
Further, the speaker highlighted the prevalent issue of blame within religious practices, where individuals remain powerless because they project responsibility for their experiences onto others. Yeshua taught that overcoming these patterns requires inner work and self-mastery. The conversation reiterated the difference between Yeshua’s teachings of love and forgiveness and the fear-based messages that have dominated religious discourse. These distorted teachings, often leading to fear and hostility, are contrasted with Yeshua’s original Aramaic words, which call for living in a state of love and inner peace.
As the discussion unfolded, the speaker challenged the traditional interpretations of religious scripture, pointing out that much of what has been passed down is steeped in misinterpretation. The focus of Yeshua's teachings was on love, not fear, but over the centuries, fear-based doctrines have overshadowed his original messages. The radio show ended with a note of encouragement for listeners to continue their own journey toward love and self-mastery, following the true teachings of Yeshua rather than relying on superficial religious practices.
Listen to the first two chapters at
* Chapter 1: “THE END OF SUFFERING” – 44 Minutes (2.6 MB)
* Chapter 2: “THE CORE PROBLEM, BEING WAXED GROSS” – 28 Minutes (1.6 MB)
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