It is hard to understand what “The Kingdom of Heaven is within you” really means. This is because it is not understandable to the ego, which interprets it as if something outside is inside, and this does not mean anything. The word “within” is unnecessary. The Kingdom of Heaven is you. What else but you did the Creator create, and what else but you is His Kingdom? This is the whole message of the Atonement; a message which in its totality transcends the sum of its parts. You, too, have a Kingdom that your spirit created. It has not ceased to create because of the ego’s illusions. Your creations are no more fatherless than you are. Your ego and your spirit will never be co-creators, but your spirit and your Creator will always be. Be confident that your creations are as safe as you are.
The Kingdom is perfectly united and perfectly protected, and the ego will not prevail against it. Amen.
This is written in the form of a prayer because it is useful in moments of temptation. It is a declaration of independence. (A Course in Miracles, T-4.III.1:1-2:2. See also ACIM Text Made Simple.)
Since the Kingdom of Heaven is our true Self, we can correctly affirm, “I am perfectly united and perfectly protected, and the ego will not prevail against me.” This is a strong statement that reminds us that we are what God created us to be. What we are cannot be changed nor threatened in any way. The appearance of conflict or danger can only come from believing we are not our Self. The ego’s image of us is a distorted caricature that we believe in what we are. But it is a false image.
This affirmation can be used if we feel conflicted or unsafe. It helps us remember that we are independent of the ego. The ego and all of its beliefs are a false substitute for the changeless, eternal Love that we are. This is God’s Kingdom. It is ours as well because we are united with our Creator.
Let us remind ourselves of this affirmation frequently today.
© Copyright 2019, Pathways of Light. https://www.pathwaysoflight.org
You may freely share copies of this with your friends, provided this notice is included.
Has this page been helpful to you?
Your contribution in support of this site is greatly appreciated. To make a tax deductible contribution or become a member online, go to http://www.pathwaysoflight.org/polshop/home.php?cat=254.
Or send a check or money order to Pathways of Light, 6 Oak Court, Ormond Beach, FL 32174-2623 (USD only, please) Thank you for your support.