ACIM workbook lesson #79:
"Let me recognize the problem so it can be solved."
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| Aaron and Heather at The Principia Photo by Marsha Havens |
[Marsha's thoughts]
We, as humans, love to list and tell our problems to all who will listen. Some of us even make written lists in contemplation of the solving of these problems. Is this how to "recognize the problem so it can be solved"? Even though we may think that this action does some good, this is not what today's lesson is talking about. There are, in reality, no individual problems. The only problem is that we perceive ourselves as separate from God. Every seeming problem in the world is the result of this misinterpretation of reality. Hence, the solution lies in the realization that there is only one problem. The solution to this one problem is found in the recognition that we are Love's creation, reflecting only good, God. And so the answer has always been there waiting for us to see it: There is no separation from the One source. It can be difficult to accept this if you are a watcher and reader of so-called news. This system we have set up for ourselves which allows current events to be broadcast all over the world keeps us in a fear-filled state. This material substitute for our real oneness can be rather frightening. By internet and satellite connectivity we are allowed to see the horrors of material existence, constantly and conveniently. We become addicted and think it's necessary to know all these things. But what if we can know everything that is true without dualistic evidence? A few hours ago we had a lovely cleansing rain. After the rain, I threw open the windows and the sweetest breeze I've ever known passed through the house. I feel a similar pureness when I leave my heart open to Truth and Love, unfettered by testimony of the material senses. And I know peace.
Mary Baker Eddy quote:
"Ontology receives less attention than physiology. Why? Because mortal mind must waken to spiritual life before it cares to solve the problem of being, hence the author's experience; but when that awakening comes, existence will be on a new standpoint."
Science & Health Page 556:25-30
