David Hoffmeister
David Hoffmeister (born 1958) is an American spiritual teacher, author, and international speaker best known for his work teaching the ideas of A Course in Miracles (ACIM), a modern spiritual text focused on forgiveness, inner peace, and non-duality. He has built a global presence through books, video teaching, retreats, and online programs that emphasize practical spirituality and the undoing of ego-based perception.
Early Life and Background
David Hoffmeister was born in the United States in 1958. Before his spiritual awakening, he studied psychology and metaphysical subjects, but his direction changed profoundly in the late 1980s when he encountered A Course in Miracles, a self-study spiritual curriculum that deeply influenced his worldview and teachings. After intensive study of the text, Hoffmeister committed to applying its principles in daily life and helping others explore peace and forgiveness as transformative tools.
Career and Teachings
Hoffmeister began teaching in the early 1990s and soon traveled extensively — speaking, holding retreats, and facilitating workshops in 44 countries and 49 U.S. states. His core message emphasizes that true peace comes from releasing judgment, dissolving ego-based beliefs, and recognizing the non-dual reality of oneness and love.
Unlike traditional religious leaders, Hoffmeister focuses on experiential understanding rather than doctrine, encouraging seekers to apply forgiveness and inner guidance in everyday life. Videos of his talks, Q&A sessions, and guided teachings are widely shared online, making his work accessible globally.
Living Miracles and Community
Hoffmeister is a founder of Living Miracles, an international spiritual community and ministry offering retreats, online courses, and live events. The community is centered on the practical application of ACIM principles and the cultivation of peace, forgiveness, and devotion to inner guidance.
Publications and Media
David Hoffmeister has authored several books on spirituality and ACIM, including titles that explore forgiveness, awakening, and applying ACIM teachings to everyday life. His work has been translated into multiple languages and shared through digital media, helping spread his message to a global audience.
Philosophy
At the heart of Hoffmeister’s teaching is the belief that the world is a reflection of the mind’s state, and that lasting peace arises from letting go of fear, judgment, and the sense of separation. He often emphasizes that forgiveness—not in the conventional sense, but as a tool to release ego-based perception—is essential to awakening.