becoming “The Christ” is not about becoming a singular divine figure like Jesus, but rather about awakening to the truth of your shared identity with Christ—the divine Self that exists in all of us. Here’s a breakdown of what ACIM teaches about this transformation:
1. Recognizing the Christ Within
ACIM teaches that Christ is not a person, but a universal identity—the Son of God—shared by all. To become “The Christ” means to fully identify with this divine Self, rather than the ego.
“Christ is the Son of God as He created Him. He is the Self we share, uniting us with one another, and with God as well.”
— ACIM, Workbook Lesson 271
2. Undoing the Ego
The path to awakening as Christ involves undoing the ego, which is the false self built on separation, fear, and judgment. This is done through:
- Forgiveness: Not in the traditional sense, but as a way of seeing through illusions and recognizing the innocence in all.
- Miracle-mindedness: Choosing love over fear in every moment.
- Holy Spirit guidance: Listening to the inner voice of truth rather than the ego’s voice.
3. Accepting Atonement
Atonement in ACIM means accepting the correction of the mind—recognizing that separation from God never truly occurred. This is the key to salvation and awakening as Christ.
“The Atonement is the guarantee of the resurrection, because it holds the illusion of separation and the truth of unity simultaneously.”
— ACIM, Text Chapter 6
4. Practicing True Perception
To become Christ is to see with Christ’s vision—a perception that is healed, unified, and loving. This means:
- Seeing others as yourself.
- Recognizing that all minds are joined.
- Understanding that only love is real.
5. Living in Oneness
Ultimately, becoming Christ is a return to Oneness with God and all creation. It is a state of pure awareness, love, and unity, beyond form and beyond the world.
“To be the Christ is merely to be yourself, as God created you.”
— ACIM, Manual for Teachers
Summary: What Is Needed to Become “The Christ” in ACIM?
- Forgive everything—release all grievances.
- Listen to the Holy Spirit—not the ego.
- Accept the Atonement—the correction of the mind.
- See with Christ’s vision—perceive with love.
- Recognize your true Self—as one with all.
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