A Course in Miracles is so pure, so great, so effective, and so considerably much more spiritually advanced than any other piece of the world’s literature (previous and present), that you have to really encounter it to think it. But those whose minds are as well attached to worldly thoughts, and lack the underlying thirst for true spiritual information that is essential for its understanding, will probably not comprehend a single entire web page. That is not since A Course in Miracles is confusing – on the contrary its principles are remarkably simple – but rather since it is the nature of spiritual information that those who are not prepared to comprehend it, basically can not understand it. As stated in the Bible, at the starting of the book of John: “The light shineth in darkness, and darkness comprehended it not”.
Ever because I very first became aware of the majestic and awe-inspiring presence of God, I have enjoyed reading numerous great spiritual operates like the Bible (my favourite parts are the Sermon on the Mount and Psalms), the Bhagavad-Gita, the Upanishads, the Koran and the poetry of Kabir and Rumi. None of them come close to the greatness of a Course in Miracles. Reading it with an open mind and heart, your fears and troubles wash away. You become aware of a marvelous enjoy deep inside you – deeper than anything you knew just before. The future begins to appear so vibrant for you and your loved ones. You feel adore for absolutely everyone such as these you previously have tried to leave excluded. These experiences are quite effective and at times throw you off balance a little, but it is worth it: A Course in Miracles introduces you to a love so peaceful, so powerful and so universal – you will wonder how so many of the world’s religions, whose aim is supposedly a comparable knowledge, got so off track.
acim would like to say here to any Christian who feels that his church’s teachings do not truly satisfy his thirst to know a kind, merciful and loving God, but is somewhat afraid to study the Course because of others’ claims that it is inconsistent with “true” Christianity: Never worry! I have read the gospels numerous instances and I assure you that a Course in Miracles is entirely consistent with Jesus’ teachings whilst he was on earth. Never worry the fanatical defenders of exclusionist dogma – these poor men and women consider themselves to be the only carriers of Jesus’ message, and the only ones worthy of his blessings, although all other will go to hell. A Course in Miracles reflects Jesus’ true message: unconditional adore for *all people*. Whilst he was on earth, Jesus stated to judge a tree by its fruit. So give it a attempt and see how the fruits that ripen in your life taste. If they taste negative, you can abandon A Course in Miracles. But if they taste as sweet as mine do, and the millions of other correct seekers who have discovered A Course in Miracles to be absolutely nothing much less than a heavenly treasure, then congratulations – and could your heart constantly be abundantly filled with peaceful, loving joy.