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Nearly two years ago, when I sought Christian Science,...
Nearly two years ago, when I sought Christian Science, I was a complete wreck, both physically and mentally. From childhood I had been doctored by the best physicians in our county for almost every possible disease, and in 1893 our family physician had me examined by the medical board of our home town. They pronounced my case hopeless, and told me if I had any business to fix up I had better attend to it at once; that I positively could not live much longer. When Christian Science found me, I had heart trouble in its worst form, and my family physician said that I was liable to go at any moment, that he had done all he could for me. I thought my only relief would be the grave. I could not rest, day or night; but my loving wife, who never tired, stayed by me all the time, until it seemed as if she must wear out. My father had died the year before with the same trouble, and I believed that I would go the same way.
At this time a Christian Science practitioner visited our neighborhood, and I went at once for treatment, for I was determined to give it a trial. I experienced marked improvement from the first, and am glad to say that I have not used any material remedy since my first treatment, and am restored to health. Christian Science has not only benefited me in a physical way but it has been a wonderful help spiritually. It has given me a better understanding of the Bible and a desire to read and study it. For these and many other blessings I am very thankful to God for sending His beloved Son to reveal the truth. I am also grateful to Mrs. Eddy, who has rediscovered and taught us the Christ-way of healing, not only from sin but from sickness. I would be ungrateful if I did not love the one who brought the light to us. My prayer is that infinite wisdom, Truth, and Love may keep me ever worthy to be found in the onward and upward march of the true Christian Scientist. Now I see what Jesus meant when he said, "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." What a happy thought to know that when in trouble we can call for Divine help. In the constant study and application of Christian Science I am content, knowing that only as I am obedient to God's commands can I prove my sincerity. I thank God for the help that came to me when I was in utter despair and darkness. Only those who have been led from the darkness of materiality to the light of Christian Science can understand how grateful I feel.—T. J. Lee, Epes, Ala.
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December 29, 1906 issue
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AN INTERESTING REPORT
James A. Logwood
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SERMONS THAT HEAL
CLARENCE W. CHADWICK.
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"THE WHOLE ARMOR OF GOD."
REV. G. A. KRATZER.
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RECEPTIVITY
J. ALLEN BARRIS.
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"UNTO THE LEAST."
EVELYN SYLVESTER KNOWLES.
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MRS. EDDY'S SERVICE
J. E. N.
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If it is true, as stated by a critic, that most Christian Scientists...
Willard S. Mattox
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The myriads of those seeking relief from the curse of ...
Horace P. Gilder
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Christian Science nowhere teaches that it is possible for...
H. Cornell Wilson
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A THANKSGIVING SYMPOSIUM
Mary Hatch Harrison
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THE LECTURES
with contributions from Clarence Ousley, E. M. Warner, W. B. Connor, W. T. Selleck, C. P. Connolly, James H. Forrester, J. F. Newton
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MRS. EDDY TAKES NO PATIENTS
Editor
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AMENDED BY-LAW
Editor
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UNTRUE "HISTORY."
Editor with contributions from Marshall, Chas. F. Chevaillier, Marion Turney, S. S. McClure, Archibald McLellan
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AN EXPLANATION
Archibald McLellan
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LETTERS TO OUR LEADER
Gerald H. Walenn with contributions from Archibald McLellan, Arthur R. Vosburgh, A. L. Hunt, John D. Works, Charles D. Morgan, E. Lois Boucher, Elizabeth A. Rose, Eunice Vary
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AMONG THE CHURCHES
with contributions from B. Mosher
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In September 1900, I first learned of Christian Science
Emily Dopke Kaufman
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I can never express in words my gratitude for the benefits...
Janet G. Montague
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Christian Science gives an understanding of God through...
Gertrude George Delano
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For the past eight years I had been in the hands of...
Berthe Thevnez
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It was divine Love that led me to Christian Science
Flora B. Hinman
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I never can feel grateful enough for what Christian Science...
E. E. Wilkinson
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I have received so many benefits from Christian Science...
Leona N. Crabbe
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My last illness covered a period of eighteen weeks, during...
Joshua Van Stone
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We first heard of Christian Science three years ago last...
Ida E. Johnson
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I came to Christian Science for the healing of the body,...
Henrietta E. White
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FROM OUR EXCHANGES
with contributions from W. P. Du Bose, Washington Gladden