Forgiveness holds a essential position in the teachings of ACIM. Unlike main-stream notions of forgiveness, which often include pardoning the observed wrongdoings of the others, ACIM's forgiveness is a procedure of publishing judgments and grievances used against oneself and others. It is just a recognition that the observed sins and problems are rooted in the illusions of the pride, and through forgiveness, you can see beyond these illusions to the natural innocence and divinity in most being. ACIM shows that forgiveness is a road to inner peace and the key to undoing the ego's hold on the mind.

The Workbook for Pupils, comprising 365 lessons, is a functional manual designed to cause the scholar via a major process. Each lesson centers on a specific design, guiding the practitioner to apply the teachings inside their day-to-day lives. The classes cover a wide acim of matters, including belief, forgiveness, love, and the character of reality. The repeated character of the Workbook is intentional, reinforcing the idea that consistent practice is necessary for the transformation of consciousness.

A Class in Miracles also introduces the thought of the Holy Nature as a guide and intermediary involving the egoic mind and the actual Self. The Holy Spirit is represented as a supportive and nonjudgmental internal voice that assists persons reinterpret their experiences and perceptions in positioning with truth. ACIM encourages a continuing debate with the Sacred Spirit, seeking guidance and wisdom in every areas of life.

Among the distinctive areas of ACIM is its utilization of Christian terminology and symbolism, which can initially lead some to label it as a Religious text. However, the program transcends standard spiritual boundaries and talks to the general rules of spirituality. ACIM invites individuals from all faiths (or none) to set about a journey of self-discovery and inner change, focusing particular knowledge over dogma.