Neville Goddard on Matthew 7:21-23 - Mystical Bible Interpretation

Read Matthew 7 in context

Scripture Focus

21Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

22Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?

23And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.

Matthew 7:21-23

Biblical Context

Jesus declares that calling Him Lord isn't enough to enter the kingdom; entrance comes from doing the Father’s will. In that day, many will boast of prophecies and miracles, but the true test is whether one already lives in inner agreement with God.

Neville's Inner Vision

Remember, the kingdom is not an external realm but a state of consciousness. The line Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord reveals that words alone cannot grant entry; the will of the Father is the inner decree your I AM recognizes and responds to. When you identify with the I AM and align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with that will, the kingdom becomes your present reality. The Many who perform outward works are showing power without inner unity; the message I never knew you is a mirror, not a condemnation of others, but a sign you have not allowed the Father’s will to govern your life. So revise your self-image: you are the will of God here and now; let your life reflect that, and you will be known by God as one with the divine order. Entry is not a future event but the natural consequence of inner obedience in present consciousness.

Practice This Now

Close your eyes and assume you are already doing the Father's will; feel the I AM guiding each choice, and let your next action reflect that inner decree. Let the feeling 'I am' govern your day.