The real world holds a counterpart for each unhappy thought reflected in your world; a sure correction for the sights of fear and sounds of battle which your world contains. The real world shows a world seen differently, through quiet eyes and with a mind at peace. Nothing but rest is there. There are no cries of pain and sorrow heard, for nothing there remains outside forgiveness. And the sights are gentle. Only happy sights and sounds can reach the mind that has forgiven itself.
The world it sees arises from a mind at peace within itself. No danger lurks in anything it sees, for it is kind, and only kindness does it look upon. (A Course in Miracles Workbook Lesson 291, W-pII.8.2;3:4-5. See also ACIM Lesson 291 Insights.)
It is helpful to remember that any experience of fear, guilt, shame or pain is a symptom of unforgiveness. It is reflecting back to us our belief that we are separate from the Self God created one with Him. It always represents a need for forgiveness.
If we want to experience the real world of happiness and peace, the practice of forgiveness is essential. We must be willing to let our perceptions be corrected by the Holy Spirit in our minds. Vigilance to recognize our mistaken perceptions and willingness to receive Holy Spirit’s correction will bring us to the real world, the forgiven world.
We dedicate today to this practice.
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