Lesson 68: Love Holds No Grievances
Description:
In this episode of Deep Dive into A Course in Miracles, we explore Lesson 68, “Love holds no grievances.” This lesson reveals how grievances separate us from our true Self and our Creator. By releasing even the smallest resentment, we open the path to self-knowledge, peace, and unity with the divine source. Through guided exercises, we learn to transform grievances into friendship and embrace forgiveness as the key to healing and self-discovery. Join us in affirming this truth: “Love holds no grievances.” 🎧✨
Briefing Doc: “Love Holds No Grievances” – Lesson 68
Introduction
Lesson 68 of A Course in Miracles focuses on the transformative power of forgiveness and the detrimental effects of holding grievances. It explores how grievances obscure self-awareness, separate us from our divine Source, and perpetuate cycles of fear and guilt. By releasing grievances, the lesson invites us to rediscover our true Self and embrace the love and peace inherent in our divine nature.
Key Themes and Insights
Grievances as Obstacles to Self-Knowledge
• Grievances cause us to forget our true identity as beings created by Love.
“To hold a grievance is to forget who you are.”
• They reinforce an illusory identification with the body, fostering fear and separation.
“To hold a grievance is to see yourself as a body.”
Separation from the Source
• Grievances create the illusion of being cut off from God and viewing Him through the lens of anger or fear.
“It seems to cut you off from your Source and make you unlike Him.”
• Our perception of God mirrors our perception of ourselves: if we see ourselves through grievances, we project that image onto God.
The Cycle of Grievances and Guilt
• Grievances perpetuate fear and guilt, preventing us from experiencing peace and self-awareness.
“Those who hold grievances will forget who they are, as surely as those who forgive will remember.”
• The lesson contrasts the heaviness of grievances with the lightness and freedom of forgiveness, presenting forgiveness as the only path to peace.
Forgiveness as the Path to Self-Awareness
• Forgiveness dissolves the illusions of separation and reveals the truth of our shared divine essence.
“As you forgive, you will remember your true Self.”
• The lesson encourages seeing others as friends rather than enemies, using forgiveness as a means of recognizing unity and self-awareness.
“Let me see you as my friend, that I may remember you are part of me, and come to know myself.”
Safety and Peace through Release
• Letting go of grievances allows us to experience a world that reflects love and safety, rather than fear.
“Let me spend this day in peace, free of grievances, and in perfect safety.”
Practical Applications
Affirmations
The lesson emphasizes the repetition of affirmations to reinforce its central idea:
“Love holds no grievances. When I let go of all grievances, I know I am perfectly safe.”
Exercises
• Long Practice Periods:
Reflect on any grievances, both large and small, and consciously release them. Replace feelings of resentment with friendship and unity.
• Short Practice Periods:
Frequently repeat the affirmations throughout the day, particularly when facing challenging situations or thoughts.
Key Quotes
• “To hold a grievance is to see yourself as a body.”
• “Love holds no grievances. When I let go of all grievances, I know I am perfectly safe.”
• “Let me see you as my friend, that I may remember you are part of me, and come to know myself.”
Conclusion
Lesson 68 is a profound reminder of how grievances separate us from our divine truth and hinder self-awareness. Through forgiveness, we dismantle these illusions, rediscover our connection to Love, and experience the peace and safety that come with embracing our true nature. By releasing grievances, we not only heal ourselves but also extend love and unity to the world.
