I am an engineer--not just by training and schooling--but it seems to be something that resides in my heart. I like to call it “my inner nerd”.
My friends and loved ones all know this nerdy fellow. He likes trivia about scientists. He has endless curiosity over seemingly mundane things. He will give you advice on just about anything, because maybe he read an article about it three years ago.
This inner nerd quests after truth no matter where it takes him. This can make him say and do things that will often get him in trouble. Finding the truth can be difficult. Speaking what you believe to be true can be dangerous. But no one said searching for the truth would be easy.
When I was doing the research for my book, The Hidden Teachings, my inner nerd was in control. I read the four Gospels from front to back. I highlighted key verses and sayings that seemed to resonate with the truth. I compiled and cataloged all of the verses in an Excel spreadsheet.
I was searching for themes. I was looking for clues. What was this teacher called Jesus really teaching? What were the teachings of Jesus versus the teachings about Jesus?
While sifting and sorting through this spreadsheet of teachings, something striking happened. Themes did emerge. Principles bubbled to the top. This spiritual master called Jesus was teaching things that many other spiritual teachers had proclaimed. But these principles seemed to be hidden. They were there in plain sight, but hidden nonetheless. These spiritual principles were buried within a story about Jesus.
The story about Jesus is a separate discussion for another day. I want to tell you what I found to be the teachings of Jesus. There are many teachings to be sure. But for me, there were seven principles that seemed to speak the loudest. There were multiple verses from different authors that pointed to a distinct spiritual principle, and even some advice on how to apply them. These became chapters in my book, The Hidden Teachings: Spiritual Engineering and How to Connect Directly to the Universe.
The 7 Principles
The Universe is compassionate and intelligent. Our souls are like waves on this Ocean of Consciousness. Our lifetimes are like drops riding just above the waves.
It is easy to get lost in this world of time and space in which we live. Getting lost in the world can take many forms. However, if you do get lost in the world, it can be difficult to consciously connect to the Universe.
Karma is real. What you give is what you receive. This principle works in both the outer material world, and in your inner world. Karama is the Universe’s energy system. Whatever type of energy you give, the Universe will rush to refill it, to restore the equilibrium.
Your inner consciousness determines your outer reality. Your thoughts and beliefs and feelings do matter. They are the creators of your inner and outer experiences. Choose your thoughts wisely.
The Kingdom of Heaven is within. Jesus speaks frequently about the Kingdom. In many instances he seems to be referring to a present-moment experience—a conscious connection to God. You can cultivate this connection. You too can have a direct experience of the Universe.
There are many ways to consciously connect with the Universe. Presence, Acceptance, and Mediation are all keys to the Kingdom. Your job is to practice these so that you can also have a direct experience of God.
You can trust the Universe. If the Universe is compassionate and intelligent, then there is a natural corollary to this. You can trust the Universe. Jesus told us to have faith in God. Today he might say to trust the Universe.
There is much more to say about these principles. What evidence do I have that these are real? What do other teachers say about these principles? How do I actually apply these in my life? What happens if I do?
I discuss all of these in detail in my book. If I have piqued your interest, I invite you to check out my book. I also would love to hear your feedback. Although I enjoy teaching spiritual principles, I am still very much a student myself. Sometimes we teach the things we most need to learn.
Always let your light shine!
Sean
Love the kingdom of heaven as a metaphor for present moment experience.