Since my son’s return to health, I have been reading the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, and I’ve realized that a life dedicated to God brings out a beauty and love that have always been deep inside of me.
Jesus’ “rebellion” wasn’t personal or fueled by anger. He was not waging war against others or in danger of losing his stability and peace even as he “acted boldly.” He was bringing the healing power of God, good, to counter “the accredited evidence of the senses.”
Much more than just exchanging warm hellos once or twice a week with people sharing the same pew, our fellowship strengthens us individually and collectively, especially when challenges arise.
When it seemed that circumstances were stacked against an individual, or the situation seemed irredeemable, Jesus’ understanding of God, good, and trust in his heavenly Father necessarily brought healing and salvation.
Institutional work has taught me the importance of loving myself—seeing myself as God sees me—so that I can freely love others and be available to serve God in the way He points out.