Neville Goddard on Acts 10:30-33 - Mystical Bible Interpretation

Read Acts 10 in context

Scripture Focus

30And Cornelius said, Four days ago I was fasting until this hour; and at the ninth hour I prayed in my house, and, behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing,

31And said, Cornelius, thy prayer is heard, and thine alms are had in remembrance in the sight of God.

32Send therefore to Joppa, and call hither Simon, whose surname is Peter; he is lodged in the house of one Simon a tanner by the sea side: who, when he cometh, shall speak unto thee.

33Immediately therefore I sent to thee; and thou hast well done that thou art come. Now therefore are we all here present before God, to hear all things that are commanded thee of God.

Acts 10:30-33

Biblical Context

Cornelius recounts his fasting and prayer, and that his prayers and alms are noticed by God. He is told to summon Peter so they can hear what God commands.

Neville's Inner Vision

Your present moment is Cornelius: a disciplined mind fasting, petitioning, giving, and listening. In Neville's terms, prayer is turning consciousness toward its source; alms are generous energy flowing from within. When this inner state is sincere, you discover that your prayer is heard in the sight of God—your awareness. The bright messenger is not a man from outside but your higher self appearing as a clear command: call forth Peter, the speaker of God's word within you. Peter represents authentic teaching and discernment you need to proceed. As you assent, you enter the gathering before God—fully awake to the reality you desire—and you are ready to hear the inner instruction. The scene teaches faith and obedient trust: act on inner guidance as if it were already true, knowing your inner petitions have been remembered and answered by the I AM.

Practice This Now

Sit quietly, place a hand on your chest, and declare: 'I am heard; my prayers and generous thoughts are remembered by God.' Then invite your Peter—your inner teacher—to speak, and listen for a clear inner impulse guiding your next step.