There
are many mediums out there charging for their services and one of the
main things that make Spiritist mediums different from the rest is that
those who truly follow the Spiritist Doctrine, never charge.
But,
the basis on whether it is wrong or not, is determined by the intent of
the person (for
"our intent" is wherein ALL our actions and/or in-actions are judged).
As
for mediumship, Spiritists realize that it is a faculty for a sacred
use which can be taken away at any time. But, God looks at the medium’s
intent. True Spiritists should be beyond this type of thing regarding
charging for mediumship services rendered because money compromises the
situation and causes doubt. People expect results for their payment.
Spiritist mediums do not guarantee anything, the spirit world is in
control over what communications a person receives. Mediums are only a
tool for a Divine purpose. As Kardec says in The
Mediums Book,
see chapter XXVIII , "mediumship is for a high and holy purpose."
Kardec also states, "The
payment of mediums may therefore be condemned, absolved, or favored,
according to the motive and aim of each individual medium: the
intention of the medium, rather than the material fact of payment,
furnishing the basis of our judgment."
Remember, mediumship has a Providential Purpose which is to teach
mankind its true purpose and this knowledge should be for everyone
regardless of whether they can afford it or not. Many mediums, those
who do not follow the Spiritist Doctrine, charge out of ignorance, but
all those mediums who do charge, and know in their heart of hearts that
it is wrong, will be sorry they used their gift for financial gain and
will suffer the consequences of their actions, either in this life or
in future lives.
Those mediums who charge because they fear that they cannot make a
living without charging for their services as mediums do
not fully put their faith in God
to provide them the economic means to live, while they fulfill their
duties as mediums if using it for a Divine Purpose. God always helps
those who do His Work.