The Way

When we read the Gospel of John with Neville Goddard’s teachings in mind, one vivid detail stands out: Jesus is buried in the tomb of a rich man, Joseph of Arimathea. This is more than a historical note; it’s a  symbol of the new assumption Jesus carried throughout his story — an assumption so rich and noble, that even in death he is placed in wealth. It reveals the inner state he maintained: a consciousness of abundance and fulfilment. And it is this unwavering assumption that leads to his ultimate glorification. It's no small detail that Joseph's name means 'increase' , and Joseph's name appears twice in the lineage. The Rich Man’s Tomb: Symbol of Abundance Assumed In the narrative, Jesus’ burial in a rich man’s tomb fulfils Isaiah 53’s prophecy and stands as a significant signpost. Burial here can be seen as the entombing of old beliefs, the laying to rest of previous states of consciousness. But why specifically a rich man’s tomb? The event is recorded in all ...

The Gospel of John is often described as the most mystical of the four, filled with imagery and symbolism that echo the ancient prophecies of Isaiah. But these echoes are more than mere fulfilments of scripture—they represent inner states of consciousness unfolding through imaginative realisation. Drawing from Neville Goddard’s teachings on the Law of Assumption, this comparison highlights key parallels between Isaiah and John not just as textual correspondences, but as stages in the spiritual awakening of the individual. Each passage reveals how divine manifestation begins with an inner shift—a voice, a light, a silent surrender—and culminates in the outward expression of an assumed truth. 1. The Forerunner: “A voice crying in the wilderness” Isaiah 40:3 “A voice cries: ‘In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.’” John 1:23 “He said, ‘I am the voice of one crying out in the wilderness, “Make straight the way of the Lord,...

In John 3:14, Jesus says: “As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up.” This statement links two powerful symbols—the serpent raised by Moses and Jesus being “lifted up” on the cross—both representing the spiritual act of lifting your assumptions —"I AM", Exodus 3:14 — out of limitation and unconsciousness into conscious creative belief. Notice both verse numbers are 3:14 . The Serpent and the Fall of Imagination At the very beginning, God says to the serpent: “Upon thy belly shalt thou go, and dust shalt thou eat…” (Genesis 3:14) Neville interprets this as the imagination—your creative power—falling asleep and descending into the physical body, the “dust.” The serpent, which symbolises this creative power, has become dormant, tied to the senses and the material world, unconscious of its true nature. It lies still in the “dust” — in the body, the senses, the skull — asleep, limited by physical experience and the ill...

In Neville Goddard’s symbolic reading, biblical characters are not historical figures but living symbols of states of consciousness and inner processes. Joseph, the husband of Mary in the New Testament, represents a stage in the spiritual journey — the moment when the rational mind beholds the mysterious working of imagination and assumption. Joseph as the Rational Mind Joseph is described as “a just man” — a symbol of moral integrity, reason, and inner discipline. He stands for that part of us which wishes to do the right thing, protect appearances, and maintain order according to outer law. When Joseph discovers that Mary is with child before they have come together, he is shocked. In the literal story, he considers divorcing her quietly to avoid public shame. “And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly.” — Matthew 1:19 The Symbolism of Mary’s Conception In Neville's teaching, Mary represents the subcons...

One common criticism of the Law or Assumption (law of manifestation) — especially from a Christian-influenced perspective — is that it “makes man like God.” It's seen as arrogant or blasphemous for someone to claim they can create their own reality. And yet, this critique often stems not from what the Bible truly says, but from how it has been interpreted — particularly through the lens of separation. The External God Illusion Traditional Christianity tends to present God as an external being — a distant, authoritative figure who must be pleased, petitioned, or obeyed. From this framework, the idea that a human could shape reality by imagining or declaring something is immediately offensive. But this entire structure rests on a misreading of the Bible’s symbolic language. As Neville Goddard — and mystics before him — pointed out, the Bible is not a secular history book, but a psychological drama unfolding within each individual. God is not “up there” — God is “I AM.” John 10...

We read: “For all flesh is as grass, and all the glory of man as the flower of grass. The grass withereth, and the flower thereof falleth away: But the word of the Lord endureth for ever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you.” — 1 Peter 1:24–25 “And God said, Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself, upon the earth: and it was so.” — Genesis 1:11 “All flesh is grass, and all its beauty is like the flower of the field. The grass withers, the flower fades when the breath of the LORD blows on it; Surely the people are grass. The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.” — Isaiah 40:6–8 At first glance, these three passages might seem unrelated—one poetic, one agricultural, and one prophetic. But when viewed through the teachings of Neville Goddard, they echo the same eternal truth: imagination is the creative power...

Neville Goddard taught that the Bible is not a record of historical events, but a psychological drama— a symbolic revelation of states of consciousness . In this light, Ezekiel 4 is not a tale of a prophet performing strange acts, but a profound allegory about the inner processes of spiritual awakening and the discipline of the imagination . This chapter represents the symbolic drama of the divided self , and the way in which imaginal discipline, inner scrutiny, and the correction of belief must be undertaken to move from the old man (enslaved by outer appearances) to the awakened one (master of inner vision). Verses Ezekiel 4:1–3: Drawing and Besieging the City “Take a clay tablet, put it in front of you and draw the city of Jerusalem on it. Lay siege to it…” This introduces a profound psychological operation. The clay tablet symbolises the mind in its receptive, mouldable state—especially the subconscious, which receives impressions and gives form to them. Drawing the city of Je...

“For now I have chosen and consecrated this house that my name may be there forever. My eyes and my heart will be there for all time.” This passage from 2 Chronicles 7:16, when viewed through the law of assumption, reveals a profound truth about how our inner states create reality. The “house” God consecrates is the state of consciousness we inhabit—the inner space where our assumed identity or belief lives. God’s “name” in this house is the assumption we hold to be true, the identity we live by. “My Name” — The Assumed Identity That Creates Reality “My name” refers to the specific assumption or belief we choose to identify with. According to the law of assumption, what we persistently assume to be true becomes our reality. To have God’s name in the house forever means to firmly establish that assumption within ourselves, making it our constant state of being. “My Eyes and My Heart Will Be There for All Time” — Living the Assumption with Feeling God’s “eyes” represent the act of im...

While the Presence of God is implied throughout the entire Bible, there are several striking moments where it is explicitly named . These are not merely records of divine appearances—they are spiritual signposts , pointing inward. According to Neville Goddard, the Bible is not a record of external history, but a coded revelation of the inner journey of man . In this framework, every time someone “comes into the Presence of the Lord,” they are not encountering an external deity—they are coming into awareness of their own I AMness . Let us explore what Scripture says explicitly about “the Presence,” and how these moments reveal the mystery of your own being. 1. Genesis 3:8 – Hiding from the Presence “And they heard the voice of the Lord God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the Lord God amongst the trees of the garden.” This is the first explicit mention of “the Presence” in the Bible—and it is met with fear....

"If you do well, will you not have honour?" - Genesis 4:7 To honour yourself isn't weakness. It's prophecy. It's power.  Don't laugh! It's true.... "So Sarah laughed to herself, saying, “After I am worn out, and my lord is old, shall I have pleasure?” - Genesis 18:13 The Bible doesn’t tell you to wait on the world’s opinion. It shows you how to step into identity before the evidence arrived. Neville Goddard taught that the world is yourself pushed out — so if you want your reflection to change, you start by assuming the image of who you choose to be. “I AM WHO I AM.” - Exodus 3:14 That assumption, sustained, is praise . And praise isn’t just encouraged in the Bible — it’s central. Judah , whose name means praise , is the tribe through which the Messiah is foretold. This is no accident. The entire arc of transformation begins and unfolds through praise. It is not a reaction to fulfilment — it is the power that births it ..

The Apostle Paul’s words in 1 Timothy 1:8–10 often read as a stern moral code distinguishing the righteous from sinners. Yet, when viewed through Neville Goddard’s transformative interpretation of Scripture as a symbolic inner drama of consciousness and imagination, these verses reveal a profound teaching about limitation and freedom within ourselves. The Passage Paul writes: “We know that the law is good if one uses it properly. We also know that the law is made not for the righteous but for lawbreakers and rebels, the ungodly and sinful, the unholy and irreligious, for those who kill their fathers or mothers, for murderers, for the sexually immoral, for those practicing homosexuality, for slave traders and liars and perjurers—and for whatever else is contrary to the sound doctrine.” — 1 Timothy 1:8–10 (NIV) At first glance, this reads as a warning about the consequences of sin and disobedience. However, Neville Goddard teaches us to see these biblical characters and laws as symbol...

When reading the Bible through the spiritual psychology of Neville Goddard, what may appear restrictive or historical reveals itself instead as a symbolic pattern of inner transformation. One such passage—often misread as a moral directive—is 1 Timothy 2:8–15 . Neville taught that Scripture is not secular history, but a dramatisation of inner spiritual processes . Every instruction and character symbolises a function or faculty within the individual. With that in mind, this passage offers not a rulebook, but a blueprint for creation . “Lifting holy hands without anger or quarrelling” (Verse 8) “I desire then that in every place the men should pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarrelling.” – 1 Timothy 2:8, ESV Symbolically, “men” represent the conscious mind —the directing principle of thought. To “lift holy hands” is to enter the state of assumption with reverence, confidence, and inner harmony . “Without anger or quarrelling” implies a clean, undivided consciousness—free ...

“ Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing .”— Revelation 5:12 The Offering of Abel: The First Inner Sacrifice Early in the Bible, a important moment occurs in Genesis 4:4–7 : “Abel offered the best of his flock, and God was pleased with his gift because it aligned with genuine pleasure and true intent. Cain also brought an offering, but it did not please God, causing Cain to become angry and discouraged. God spoke to Cain, asking why he was upset and reminding him that if he did what was right, he would be accepted. But if he did not, sin was waiting to overcome him—yet Cain had the power to master it..” Abel’s offering of a lamb , the “firstlings of his flock,” represents the purest, most cherished part of oneself —the wholehearted surrender to a new state of being. God was pleased with Abel’s offering because it aligned with true pleasure —the joy and satisfaction found in sincere, loving com...

In John 18, we find a powerful moment of tension. Jesus is arrested. The air is thick with confusion and fear. And standing just outside the threshold is Peter—waiting, watching, and slowly beginning to deny the very one he once followed with unshakable loyalty. But beside this emotional unraveling is another character: an unnamed disciple who goes with Jesus into the courtyard of the high priest. No explanation is given. No words are spoken. He simply enters. When read symbolically, through the insight offered by Neville Goddard, this scene becomes more than historical detail. It becomes a psychological parable about what happens when the old structure of belief cannot keep up with the new assumption Peter and the Problem of Recognition Peter—whose name means rock —symbolises the externalised faith you build your identity on. He represents the named assumption , the state of belief you consciously cling to. It’s loyal, passionate, and committed to the spiritual life—until change ...

Many read the book of Hebrews as a theological explanation of Jesus' death and priesthood. But when approached through the interpretive key offered by Neville Goddard , it unveils something far more intimate: the death of the old self and the rebirth of a new consciousness through imagination. Neville taught that the Bible is not secular history, but a psychological allegory . It records the inner journey of the soul—its struggle, awakening, and transformation. In this light, Hebrews 10:8–14 reveals the eternal principle by which we are made new: not by outer rituals, but by fixing an idea in imagination and remaining faithful to it. Scripture Passage (Hebrews 10:8–14, NIV UK) First he said, “Sacrifices and offerings, burnt offerings and sin offerings you did not desire, nor were you pleased with them”—though they were offered in accordance with the law. Then he said, “Here I am, I have come to do your will.” He sets aside the first to establish the second. And by that will, ...

The Bible is a psychological drama taking place within the reader’s own mind, where every character symbolises a state of self-perception . These figures reflect inner conversations — beliefs, doubts, desires — revealing the unfolding journey of self-awareness and transformation. The narrative of the Bible is the psychological return to Eden - that is pleasure and delight The Bible defines itself from the beginning of Genesis. It is crucial to grasp these concepts at the outset. The entire narrative connects back to them, unveiling a profound mystery . Here are the premises to help the reader begin interpreting Scripture through it's intended narrative: THE DEFINITION OF GOD: Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning God created…” The Hebrew word rendered 'God' is  Elohim , a plural term meaning judges, rulers, and powers. It symbolises the manifold aspects of your mind and imagination at work. Ezekiel’s “wheels within wheels ,” full of eyes, symbolise the self-p...