Commentary on ACIM Lesson 273

© 2010 Rev. David Seacord

The stillness of the peace of God is mine.

Once a long time ago I learned this peace was always available. In a foreign country a violent thing was done to a woman who was traveling with us, and my biological brother's life and my own were also being threatened.

On the surface was chaos. On the inner was clarity, and calm. It was my first time I had felt this distinct spirit of commanding guidance. I followed it, and all worked out. Somehow, we all got back home to the states, and our young lives moved on.

It was a lot like that in court today too... I was incompetent in my handling of the case, and was convicted by a 'my hands are tied' Pontius Pilate judge. Even though I could not think clearly under the duress of the court process, something spoke through me enough that the same judge was exceptionally lenient, first reducing the fine substantially, then allowing me to do community service for all but $25 of it. I believe I have a choice as to where that will be, so I expect to serve at the Yuma Art Center (where my show is about to open) as a non-profit volunteer. So it is over, except for the egos desire to still be right about the officers testimony errors, but I am unwilling to give this line of thought any more rope. I am committed that it is finished and behind me.

Life can now move on. I am, as the lesson suggests, am ready for a day of undisturbed tranquillity. Allow me to join you.... and thank you for your prayers.

Namaste,

David

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Lesson 273

The stillness of the peace of God is mine.

Perhaps we are now ready for a day of undisturbed tranquility. If this is not yet feasible, we are content and even more than satisfied to learn how such a day can be achieved. If we give way to a disturbance, let us learn how to dismiss it and return to peace. We need but tell our minds, with certainty, "The stillness of the peace of God is mine," and nothing can intrude upon the peace that God Himself has given to His Son.

Father, Your peace is mine. What need have I to fear that anything can rob me of what You would have me keep? I cannot lose Your gifts to me. And so the peace You gave Your Son is with me still, in quietness and in my own eternal love for You.