Living the Infinite Way

by Joel S. Goldsmith

Living the Infinite Way is one of the four foundational books of the Infinite Way teachings. Joel Goldsmith recommended that new students begin with this book, together with Practicing the Presence. In Living the Infinite Way, Goldsmith awakens the reader to the possibility that the presence of God is within every individual, and that one can live by that Presence and enjoy a more harmonious, loving, and abundant life.The book focuses largely on the nature of God, for as Goldsmith says, “The writings of The Infinite Way contain hundreds of truths, but actually there is only one truth that we must know. This one truth is the nature of God. Take this one thought into What is God? What is the nature of God? What is the character of God? What are the qualities of God? What is the true God—not the God we were taught to worship as children, or that we ignorantly worship? Try to empty the already too full vessels, because they cannot be filled with the new wine. Even if you are seventy, empty your old misconceptions and be willing to begin all over with the admission that you do not know God or you would be showing forth more of God’s grace. Forget all that you have thought or been taught about God and start afresh with this question, ‘What is God?’”Goldsmith answers these questions about the nature of God with “the letter of truth,” explaining that when one does not know the correct letter of truth, it is difficult to acquire the consciousness that leads to the God experience. But, he emphasizes, we must do more than know the letter of truth intellectually. We must consciously realize these truths, and it is the practice of meditation that will lift us to that realization. Goldsmith goes on to give the reader basic instruction in how to meditate and enter the secret sanctuary of inner quiet, where we become aware of the presence of God. “Meditation,” he says, “is the way by which we attain the kingdom of God, and then life is lived by Grace. The ultimate of meditation is a state of complete silence within.”Living the Infinite Way thoughtfully ushers the reader along the first steps in the Infinite Way message, and helps the reader arrive at the truth that “That which I am seeking, I already am.”

Paperback

First published June 11, 1993

Reviews

[Charlane Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome encouragement for contemplative meditation

This book, Living the Infinite Way, came along after I had started journaling to connect with the God within me. I've read a lot of books on meditation over the years, but none really sank in but Brother Lawrence's Practicing His Presence. Joel S. Goldsmith has now taught me that what I do is meditation. I call it meditating "on the hoof." But now I have even more desire to contemplate God in silence and deep thoughtfulness. I truly desire to have conscious union with God, to experience the presence. I now have more direction for how to get there, for how to "be" there. I look forward to just "being."

[Lee Wimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Goldstein’s Infinite Way Gives Us Just Half of Jesus

Goldstein and I share key conclusions: the Spiritual experience and its ramifications; I use the term “God Consciousness” In Exploring the Gap. What I find that Goldstein leaves out is the rest of Jesus, Jesus as Moral Teacher. He also limits “the nature of” question to that of God. What I find missing is the nature of: truth, humanity and language, the Word, love, time, space.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

2nd time through:
Foundational book to Goldsmith's teaching. Wonderful book.



My first book by Joel Goldsmith - definitely won't be the last!

This book was enlightening and continues to impact me.

[Michael Bojarski · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are ready

A different place of existence. Just acknowledge it, feel and be. Be still. Feel the divine existence in you life. Be at peace.

[Carl · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the perspective that you do not/should not look to the outward world for enlightenment (particularly spiritual), through meditation and prayer one can find inner peace and fulfillment. The kingdom of God is within you. I will return to read this book again, because it was just that interesting.

[danny humrich · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful

Read and re-read this book. Practicing. J.G. teachings is a work in progress. I've enjoyed the process so far. The God in me says hello to the God in you.

[Neil · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're looking for a deeper understanding of the Bible and Christianity, look no further!

[Janani Iyer · Rating 4 out of 5]

My second book by Mr.Joel Goldsmith. Really loved the infinite way and wanted to learn more. We definitely need the company of these great men and their books for keeping us on track in our spiritual journey...

[Doan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good... But became a little repetitive after a while.

[Sylvia Mendez · Rating 5 out of 5]

AMAZING ....the very first book I read several years ago and what a pivital book it awoke the sleeping spirit that needed to be recindled by this book of grace.

[Pamela A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must Read

This is a must read book for those walking your Spiritual journey of awakening. Joel Goldsmith really breaks it down.