From A Course In Miracles day 87 reading
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(73) I will there be light.
Wishing the past had been different is a habit the mind returns to easily.
A different choice.
A different sentence.
A different history.
But these wishes keep attention fixed on what cannot change.
To will that there be light means choosing to align my will with the light that is already present.
(74) There is no will but God’s.
The ego interprets life as a conflict of wills.
Mine against others.
My survival against the system.
My future against my past.
But the belief in separate wills is what produces the experience of struggle.
When I stop defending a private agenda, the pressure to fight the world begins to dissolve.
I will there be light.
There is no will but God’s.
I am MovingStill.
Reflecting on the ideas presented in Day 87 of A Course in Miracles, I’ve found that the practice of aligning my personal will with the light already present in the world is transformative. Instead of dwelling on past regrets or wishing things had turned out differently, I try to redirect my focus towards what is unchangeable and positive — the light that guides me. This shift in perspective helps me release unnecessary struggle caused by the ego’s interpretation of life as a conflict of separate wills. One practical way I integrate this into daily life is by consciously choosing to 'will there be light' in moments of doubt or fear. It’s a powerful reminder that the light is not something distant but always available, ready to illuminate my path. When I embrace the phrase 'There is no will but God’s,' it encourages surrendering my personal agendas and defensive postures. This surrender brings an unexpected peace because it dissolves the inner resistance and struggle to control outcomes. I also noticed that the ego tends to create illusions of division — between myself and others, my past and future, survival and external pressures. Recognizing that these separations are constructs helps me let go of the need to fight and defend constantly. Instead, I choose to see through a lens of unity and shared purpose, which aligns beautifully with the spiritual teachings of the course. In my experience, sharing these reflections with others deepens my understanding. When discussing the idea that 'I am MovingStill,' it acts as an anchor—reminding me that spiritual progress happens both in moments of dynamic change and quiet stillness. The practice of revisiting these workbook lessons daily encourages continual growth and reinforces the peace that comes from choosing light over darkness. If you are exploring these concepts, try meditating on the lessons of Day 87, repeating affirmations like 'I will there be light' and 'There is no will but God’s.' Notice how it affects your mindset and interactions throughout the day. Over time, these shifts can foster greater clarity, less internal conflict, and an openness to divine guidance that many seekers long for.
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