In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

"Therapists say many couples struggle harder and longer to stay together than they might have a few years ago.

Enjoying the process

The Bible speaks of "the oil of gladness" as an anointing oil, not a lubricant. But spiritual joy does help our lives run more smoothly.
If we knew we had an opportunity to find answers to our urgent questions, would we pass that opportunity by?
To take an immediate stand for the effectiveness of Christ-healing requires discipline. But Truth supports our stand and makes us free.

Forgiving our debtors

Whether we're dealing with family members, friends, or nations, resolving indebtedness calls for more than financial acumen. Marian English

Second Thought

"The qualities necessary for ... the thriving of our sons and daughters are: ... patience; ... self-sacrifice; and mutual assistance."

If your parents just don't understand ...

... Sometimes walls of fear and distrust have to fall before bridges can be built. Learning something of our common Parent, the one divine Mind, opens the way for reconciliation.
About our cover— When we begin thinking and living as though God is our Father and Mother, we see the unity of our real family— where the ties that bind nurture instead of limiting.

Not alone!

No matter how few or how many may be seated at the holiday table, we are always embraced in the family of infinite Love.
The First Church of Christ, Scientist, is celebrating National Bible Week in a very special way this year—by opening to the public for the first time The Mother Church's priceless Bible collection in its entirety.
The promise of transformation and renewal drew people to Christ Jesus. The power of divine Love, which enabled Jesus to heal, still fulfills the promise.

Our daily opportunity

Prayer played a remarkable role in the events leading to the Berlin Wall's demise. Writing from the former German Democratic Republic, this author talks about the continuing importance of Bible study.