In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

Christian compassion

Many are asking, How can we follow Christ today and truly love our neighbor? This writer’s desire to do so led him to take practical steps in his community to address the growing need for housing security.
Caesarea Philippi was the site of Christ Jesus’ momentous question about his identity.
When a long “laundry list” of issues confront us, we might wonder, “Where do I begin?” Rather than get mired in the list, the author learned the best way to cover the whole ground is to begin with God. 
After a long period of going nowhere spiritually, the author says her thought began to move—“leaping and soaring to faith.” A healing followed.

Will I have to study all night?

How many hours will you need to spend studying for that test? This author writes about a time when God gave her a surprising answer to that question.
While we can challenge the feeling that life is just one problem after another, this author turns the concept of “always working through something” on its head. What if, instead, we discovered that each day brings new, even joyful opportunities for spiritual growth?
Jesus’ demand to “love your neighbor as yourself” has potent practical applications when it comes to confronting the impulse to rejoice in another’s misfortune.

A Reader’s prayer

As a Reader prayed before the church service one Sunday, a clear inspiration from God brought light—both for her, and for the congregation.
Practicing Christian Science not only healed this author of alcoholism. She also found the freedom to be herself.
A brief insight into a Bible topic, idea, or character.
 Just like you pay attention to another person who has something to tell you, you can do the same with God.

Healing the winter blahs

Feeling sluggish and unmotivated during winter was something this high school student just couldn’t live with. Surprisingly, it was the Bible that offered answers—and healing.