Lesson 66 - My happiness and my function

Lesson 66: My Happiness and My Function Are One

Description:

In this episode of Deep Dive into A Course in Miracles, we explore Lesson 66, which reveals the unity between happiness and the divine function given to us by God. The lesson challenges the ego’s illusions and suffering, emphasizing the Holy Spirit as our guide to truth and joy. Through reflective exercises, we learn that God’s will for us is perfect happiness. Join us as we practice the affirmation, “My happiness and my function are one, because God has given me both,” and embrace the truth of our shared purpose. 🎧✨

Briefing Doc:

Lesson 66 - “My Happiness and My Function Are One”

Introduction

Lesson 66 of A Course in Miracles explores the unity between happiness and divine function. It reveals how the ego creates illusions of suffering by opposing its false happiness to the truth. This lesson invites us to accept that God has given us both happiness and our function, guiding us through exercises to align our minds with this truth.

Key Themes

1. Unity of Happiness and Function

• Happiness and the function given by God are not just connected; they are the same.

• “My happiness and my function are one because God has given both to me.”

2. The Conflict Between Ego and the Holy Spirit

• The ego seeks to redirect our function toward illusory goals, leading to frustration and suffering.

• The Holy Spirit guides us to truth and authentic happiness.

• “The ego is constantly at war with the Holy Spirit about what your function is and, therefore, what your happiness is.”

3. The Role of Honest Reflection

• The lesson encourages us to examine if past choices driven by the ego truly brought happiness and peace.

• “Recall honestly the results and ask yourself if they have ever brought you what you wanted.”

4. Choosing Truth Over Illusion

• Every choice leads either to truth (Holy Spirit) or illusion (ego).

• “You will listen to madness or hear the truth.”

Practice and Application

• Central Exercise: Repeat the key affirmation:

“My happiness and my function are one because God has given both to me.”

• Goal: Identify ego-driven thoughts and replace them with the truth that only God provides happiness.

• Introspection: Reflect on whether current goals align your divine function with inner peace.

Conclusion

Lesson 66 teaches us to embrace the idea that happiness stems directly from the divine function God has given us. By recognizing that the ego’s illusions cannot deliver true joy, we are guided to follow the Holy Spirit toward a life of truth, peace, and fulfillment.