The Way

The first chapter of Genesis is not a historical account of how the world began—it is a profound map of how creation unfolds within. When read through the understanding shared by Neville Goddard, each "day" of creation represents a phase in the process of manifesting a new reality from imagination. This is not about the outer world being formed in time, but about consciousness structuring itself into visible expression. What follows is a symbolic journey through these seven creative stages, grounded in scripture and the truth that the seed of every outcome lies within the self. Day One: Let There Be Light Symbol: Awareness and Recognition of “I AM” Genesis 1:1–5 (BBE): At the first God made the heaven and the earth. And the earth was waste and without form; and it was dark on the face of the deep: and the Spirit of God was moving on the face of the waters . And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. And God, looking on the light, saw that it was good: and Go...

“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 8:37–39 There’s a quiet, radiant beauty in Paul’s words here. A kind of poetry that speaks not of struggle, but of unbreakable union . This passage is not shouting in triumph—it’s whispering of a deep certainty , the kind that settles into the heart like still water. According to Neville Goddard’s teaching, this love is not abstract. “The love of God in Christ Jesus” is your awareness of being , your felt unity with the state of imagination you choose to dwell in. “The love of God (I AM) in Christ Jesus our Lord (Imagination).” There is nothing you could do, feel, or fear that can truly separate you from that love— because it is you . It is...

Exodus 35 may, at first glance, seem like ancient building instructions—but when approached through the spiritual insights of Neville Goddard, it becomes something far more intimate. Here, the scattered children of Israel symbolise the reader’s own wandering thoughts and emotions, gradually being gathered into a unified act of inner creation. The construction of the tabernacle mirrors the process of imagining a desire fulfilled. Each offering, detail, and craftsman reflects a faculty within consciousness, called into order by the I AM presence. This chapter shows us how desire, discipline, and devotion combine to form the inner sanctuary where manifestation begins—not through outer effort, but through imaginative rest in the divine shadow. The Sabbath — Entering the State of Rest “Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be to you a holy day, a sabbath of rest to the LORD...” ( Exodus 35:1–3 ) Symbolic meaning: The “six days” represent the mental work of gather...

From the very beginning of Scripture, birds appear as divine announcements from heaven, signaling movements of spirit and imagination.  "And let birds fly above the earth across the expanse of the heavens.” - Genesis 1:20 In Genesis, the Spirit of God is described as “hovering over the face of the waters” (Genesis 1:2), a hovering like a bird announcing creation’s dawn. Similarly, in the New Testament, at the baptism of Jesus, a dove descends from heaven, revealing the presence of the Spirit resting upon the fulfilled Word (Acts 10:38; Matthew 3:16). In the symbolic world of Scripture, birds are never just birds. They are movements of spirit, flights of the imagination, messengers that reflect the inner condition of consciousness. Two birds stand out in the biblical narrative: the dove released from Noah’s ark and the dove that descends upon Jesus at His baptism. Understood through the teachings of Neville Goddard, these birds reveal a deeper truth—the journey of imagination itsel...

Now Solomon purposed to build a temple for the name of the LORD, and a royal palace for himself. - 2 Chronicles 2:1 The temple in the Bible is far more than a magnificent physical structure. Its meticulous construction, precious materials, and intricate artistry symbolise the sacred process of building the “I AM” — the inner divine presence and awakened consciousness within each person. The Temple stands as a sacred metaphor — an exalted assumption hewn from the richness and purity of gold and the fragrant living cedar of wisdom — proclaiming that reality itself is shaped by the architecture of our inner vision. Gold: The Radiant Divine Essence One of the temple’s most striking features is its extensive use of gold. The inner sanctuary, or Holy of Holies, was overlaid with pure gold, described in 1 Kings 6:20: “And the inside of the house was covered with pure gold, and he drew chains of gold across, in front of the inner sanctuary, and covered the altar of gold.” Neville Goddard ...

There’s a curious moment in 1 Samuel 14 where Jonathan, son of Saul, unknowingly tastes honey from a wild honeycomb during battle, unaware that his father had forbidden eating until victory was secured.  When the troops came to the honeycomb, they hesitated because they remembered the oath. But Jonathan had not heard that his father had bound the army with the oath; he reached out the end of the staff that was in his hand and dipped it into a honeycomb. He raised his hand to his mouth, and his eyes brightened. - 1 Samuel 14:27 This simple act—breaking a command—might seem like a mistake on the surface. Yet symbolically, it represents a profound moment: Jonathan’s consciousness, though unintentional, connects with the rich sweetness of assuming the fulfilled desire . His “enlightened eyes” signal an awakening—a shift in his inner state brought about by the experience of tasting what has already been won . This episode shows how even an accidental alignment with the feeling of acco...

The story of Lazarus in John 11 is more than a simple miracle—it is a powerful metaphor for the awakening of imagination and consciousness. When the mind has “died” to its creative power, it lies dormant, waiting to be called back to life. This post explores how Neville Goddard’s teachings and the Song of Solomon reveal this profound inner journey. John 11 reveals a profound metaphor for the journey of the imagination awakening to its own creative power. Lazarus, dead for four days, symbolises the state of awareness that is cut off from imagination and has assumed a metaphorical position of death—where one no longer imagines their ideal being or desired reality. This dormant state is the mind lying asleep in a tomb of doubt, disbelief, or simply forgetting its creative nature. But this story is more than a miracle; it is a love story between consciousness and imagination, beautifully echoed in the Song of Solomon . The Shulamite’s words, “I sleep, but my heart waketh” ( Song of Solomo...

with Scriptural Texts and Symbolic Interpretation When Moses descended from the mount, his face burned with borrowed light— a shimmered echo of divine encounter. The people saw it and drew back. So he veiled it. The glory was too much, too other, too outside themselves . “And it came to pass, when Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tables of testimony in Moses’ hand... that Moses wist not that the skin of his face shone while he talked with him... And when Aaron and all the children of Israel saw Moses, behold, the skin of his face shone; and they were afraid to come nigh him.” — Exodus 34:29–30 (KJV) In Neville Goddard’s language, Moses represents the first stirring of awareness —the dawning realisation that imagination and God are one. But the light is still reflected —it comes from communion with something perceived as other . The veiling of the face symbolises how the early consciousness hides this truth, even from itself. It’s not yet ready to fully accept th...

The story of the Queen of Sheba visiting Solomon is far more than a historical curiosity. Understood symbolically, as Neville Goddard taught, this passage reveals the mechanics of manifestation and the spiritual movement from desire to fulfilment through the Law of Assumption. Desire Approaches Fulfilment “And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to prove Solomon with hard questions, at Jerusalem, with a very great company, and camels that bare spices, and gold in abundance, and precious stones: and when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart.” — 2 Chronicles 9:1 In Neville’s framework, every figure in Scripture represents a state of consciousness or an inner process. The Queen of Sheba is not a literal monarch, but rather the embodiment of desire—the stirring within that seeks expression. She arrives with “hard questions,” symbolising the doubts, contradictions, and tensions that naturally accompany any earnest desire. Sh...

John 14:15–31 contains a deep conversation between Jesus and His disciples, filled with promise, comfort, and guidance. Through Neville Goddard's teachings, we can interpret this passage not just as a historical account, but as a profound exploration of the creative power of imagination and the I AM consciousness. By applying Neville's principles, these verses become a roadmap for how to unlock the power within us to manifest our desires. Let's explore each verse from this perspective. John 14:15 “If you love me, keep my commandments.” Interpretation : To love Jesus is to fully embrace the creative power of I AM within you. Neville Goddard teaches that imagination is the creative force of the universe, and by keeping His commandments, you align yourself with this power. The “commandments” are not external rules but internal laws of manifestation—primarily, the law of assuming the feeling of the wish fulfilled. John 14:16 “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you ...

The true light was that which gives light to every man coming into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world did not know him. He came to that which was his own, and his own people did not take him to their hearts. But as many as took him to their hearts, to them he gave the right to be the sons of God, to those who had faith in his name: Who were not born of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. The Power of Assumption in John 1:9-13: Manifesting the Light Within In John 1:9-13, we are introduced to the idea of a "true light" that enlightens every person coming into the world. However, despite this divine presence, many fail to recognise it. This passage is not just a religious story but an insightful metaphor for the power of imagination, as explained through Neville Goddard’s Law of Assumption. Verse 9: "The true light was that which gives light to every man coming into the world." In Nevi...

The prophet Zechariah’s words are rich in symbolism and, when viewed through Neville Goddard’s teachings, describe the inner journey of assuming a new state of being — the rebirth of consciousness. Let’s explore this passage verse by verse. Verse 6: “And it shall come to pass in that day, that the light shall not be clear, nor dark.” This is the moment of transition — when you have released the old belief but haven’t fully stabilised in the new one. You’ve assumed the feeling of the wish fulfilled, but reality hasn’t yet conformed. In Neville’s terms, you are in a psychological twilight. You are not in your old state, but neither is the new one fully visible. The outer world appears uncertain because your inner world is rearranging. Verse 7: “But it shall be one day which shall be known to the Lord, not day, nor night: but it shall come to pass, that at evening time it shall be light.” This “one day” is not a calendar day, but the eternal now — the moment you assume your desire i...

A Symbolic Breakdown of Inner Awakening and Manifestation Verse 14 “Then the LORD will appear over them; his arrow will flash like lightning. The Sovereign LORD will sound the trumpet; he will march in the storms of the south.” "The LORD will appear over them" Your awareness of being—the I AM—rises and takes precedence over old beliefs. A higher assumption (the desired state) is now enthroned above the lower state (the present unwanted condition). This is the moment you consciously choose a new identity. "His arrow will flash like lightning" A focused desire or assumption, once impressed with clarity and feeling, strikes the subconscious with the speed and power of lightning. The arrow is your concentrated imaginative act —it travels with precision and force. "The Sovereign LORD will sound the trumpet" This signifies a declaration —you are making an internal proclamation: “I am now what I desire to be.” The trumpet, like a bold affirmation,...

In a world where so much seems uncertain, the one thing we can always rely on is love. Not just love in its traditional sense, but love as the very force that connects us to the infinite potential of the universe. John 15:8 offers a profound truth about this divine connection and its power to manifest everything we desire. Through love, we align ourselves with the creative force that shapes our reality. "By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples." Here, love is not a passive state but an active, intentional choice. The act of abiding in love is a declaration of who we are and what we choose to believe. Just as Neville Goddard teaches the Law of Assumption, our desires are not to be chased or hoped for—they are assumed, believed in as already ours. This assumption, grounded in love, is what brings our deepest desires into manifestation. The Essence of Abiding: Living in Assumed Love To abide in love is to consistently assume t...

At the foot of the cross, in the final moments of his earthly experience, Jesus utters one of his most intimate and transformative statements: "When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!" (John 19:26, KJV) In traditional interpretations, the “disciple whom he loved” has often been identified as John the Apostle. However, according to Neville Goddard’s teachings, this “beloved disciple” is not just John, but rather Mary Magdalene — the embodiment of the subconscious mind and the sacred vessel of divine love and creation. Mary Magdalene: The Subconscious Mind in Its Purest Form In Neville’s framework, every character in Scripture represents an aspect of our own consciousness. Mary Magdalene , often misinterpreted in conventional teachings, is the symbol of the subconscious mind — the eternal feminine principle, the creative force that receives and nurtures the seeds of our desires, ...

At the foot of the cross, in the final hours of his earthly ministry, Jesus utters one of his most intimate and mysterious sayings: "When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son!" (John 19:26, KJV) Traditionally, the “disciple whom he loved” has been identified as John the Apostle. But when approached through the symbolic understanding taught by Neville Goddard — where Scripture unfolds as the eternal drama of the soul — another, more tender meaning emerges. This beloved disciple can be seen as Mary Magdalene , the one who remained faithful through the darkness, the one in whom Jesus — the personification of Divine Imagination — placed his profoundest love and trust. Mary Magdalene: The Soul's Devotion and Creative Power In Neville's teachings, every character represents a facet of our own consciousness. Mary Magdalene, so often misrepresented, symbolises the subconscious mind : ...

The Bible is a treasure trove of divine imagery, each symbol not only inspiring the soul but also offering potent tools for imagination and manifestation. As you meditate on these sacred images, you activate the creative power within your subconscious, aligning your thoughts and desires with the divine flow of manifestation. Wings of Freedom – Imagining Transcendence Isaiah 40:31 (BBE) "But those who are waiting for the Lord will have their strength renewed; they will be lifted up with wings like eagles; they will run and not be tired, they will go on and not be weary." "Those who are waiting for the Lord" means those who hold up, fix and suspend the fufilled wish in their imagination, which is your Lord. Picture the vast wings of an eagle, symbolising freedom, grace, and transcendence. These wings represent the imagination’s ability to lift you above limitations, allowing you to soar beyond your current circumstances and rise to higher states of being. Meditate o...