There Is No "Course Community"
There is no "Course community".It's a convenient term, and one I've used and will continue to use, but not one I will take seriously. I also vote. And have been known to plant stuff. And have thisorthat insurance. And take copious notes in Ken's classes.
When we take the ego seriously we take the body and world seriously, which inevitably means we'll end up taking the Course and the idea of a Course community seriously. This is exactly what the ego wants, and everything A Course in Miracles attempts to correct.
This is a spiritual path that says, "Seek not to change the world, but choose to change your mind about the world (T-21.in.1:7)."
It does not ask us to build a Course community, or protect a Course community, or defend a Course community, or fix a Course community. Such ideas are just "spiritualized" variations of our decision to be separate. It's simply another way to create false problems, make the eror real, see differences, cultivate specialness, justify attack, arouse false empathy, engage in a spiritual mission... and on and on.
A Course in Miracles is not meant to be the basis of another church or cult. This Course is only meant for one person; it's highly individualized, and profoundly personal. Our only spiritual mission is to accept the Atonement for ourselves.
The true Course community is my decision maker, my right mind, and my wrong mind. That's all. That's the scope of our community. Everything else is a trap. Mere distraction and folly.
posted by acimmonk @ 9:24 PM
5 comments
5 Comments:
Thank you for that reminder of Truth. Right on! That old ego, vigilant to catch us not minding our mind. I'm grateful to have read your share and to have been fore warned of this particular trap. That's one I could have easily fallen for, being new to the course. "Looking for Love in all the wrong places..." Whew....overflowing with gratitude for being guided to read these words. Thank you. Love
Just after reading this I read your Blog from 4-13-2006 The Bridge to the Real World. How cool is that. Love
I love that the Course is meant for individual study. It's a sure way to keep personality out of the way. BTW, I was at Ken's in March for a couple of days. Next time I'll look for you.
I enjoyed reading your Monastery section :o)
Thank you, Jeannie. :) And Aileen, I'm sorry I missed you at Ken's in March. Hopefully we can find each other and say hi next time you're there. (And thanks for the comment about the Monastery section. I'm enjoying it... it's a relaxed and easy way to share.) Best regards to both of you.
Cool I was talking to someone today about just this idea, the difference between religion and the Inner Path.
http://livingacim.com/articles/WTF%20is%20going%20ON.htm
Thank for such a clear and insightful article...
Robin
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