God Doesn't Punish You (You Do)

God Doesn't Punish You (You Do)

Author: Jennifer Hadley October 31, 2025 Duration: 58:07
In this mind-opening episode of A Course in Miracles podcast, Jennifer Hadley dismantles the deeply ingrained belief that God punishes us for being sinful, revealing instead that all punishment is self-inflicted through projection of our own guilt and shame. Drawing from ACIM Chapter 3 and Lesson 189, she shares her personal breakthrough of recognizing how she used self-destructive behaviors like drinking and overeating not just to numb herself, but to reinforce her belief that she was bad and deserved punishment—a pattern she traces to centuries of religious conditioning about being sinners. Through the "law of seeing" principle, Jennifer demonstrates that when we feel God's love within us, we perceive a world of mercy, but when we harbor self-hatred, we see only fear and cruelty, ultimately inviting listeners to release these ancient patterns of guilt before entering the new 9-year cycle in 2026. To learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Course in Miracles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Powerofloveministry.net⁠⁠⁠⁠. For the transcript of this episode and more please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LivingACourseinMiracles.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We are still as God created us - perfect, innocent and free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jennifer Hadley hosts A Course in Miracles, a weekly conversation that explores the practical application of spiritual principles in daily life. This isn't a theoretical discussion; it's about the real, often messy work of aligning actions with deeply held beliefs when faced with traffic jams, difficult conversations, and personal doubts. Each episode offers a sense of companionship for anyone who has ever felt a gap between what they believe and how they manage to live it out in real time. Jennifer grounds the teachings in her own ongoing journey of transformation, sharing candid stories from her life that listeners often find mirrors their own struggles and aspirations. She regularly brings in guests who contribute their unique perspectives and experiences, creating a rich dialogue about moving from a place of internal suffering toward a more consistent experience of peace. The podcast serves as a supportive guide, breaking down how the core ideas of A Course in Miracles can directly influence our relationships, work, and inner world. Tuning in feels less like attending a lecture and more like joining a thoughtful, compassionate circle where the focus is on living the love we wish to see. It’s for those seeking tangible steps and heartfelt encouragement on a spiritual path, making profound concepts accessible and immediately relevant to the ordinary moments that make up our days.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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