In
an editorial in The Christian Science Monitor of May 13, 1911, admiration was expressed for the firmness with which the compulsory education law has been enforced in Chicago with its beneficial effect upon the children.
In
the Bible record of the closing scenes in the earthly life of Elijah, the greatest of the prophets, is a narrative of marked interest and suggestiveness, and especially to loyal Christian Scientists today.
In
praising God for His manifold blessings to the children of men, the psalmist sounded the key-note of awakened spiritual understanding when he sang, "The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handy-work.
The
fact that a prominent local daily declares it is about to follow the worthy policy adopted some time ago by The Christian Science Monitor, of furnishing free advertising space to those looking for employment or for employers seeking help, gives occasion for rejoicing.
One
afternoon, as I took up the Bible with a hungry longing to study its sacred pages more prayerfully, that I might learn more perfectly how to heal the sick and reform the sinner, my eyes rested upon the eighth chapter of Mark's gospel.
In discussing the question of mental suggestion, hypnotism, or any other of its various aliases, the one thing it is necessary to keep perpetually in the foreground is the fact of the utter unreality and powerlessness of evil.
While appreciating the kindly tone of the article on Christian Science, I must point out that Christian Science, far from being akin to suggestion, is the one system which can lift man above being affected by it.
Wherever women's interests are seriously considered it will be found that religion and good works have not been neglected, and naturally this is as much the case at the Scottish History Exhibition as it is elsewhere.
There is no record that Jesus or his followers ever cast out of any person anything physical, although they healed all manner of diseases, and those who were healed had life more abundantly.
You will never be sorry for living a white life; for doing your level best; for your faith in humanity; for being kind to the poor; for looking before leaping; for hearing before judging; for being candid and frank; for thinking before speaking; for harboring clean thoughts; for discounting the tale-bearer; for stopping your ears to gossip; for asking pardon when in error; for being generous with an enemy; for being square in business deals; for giving an unfortunate fellow a lift; for promptness in keeping your promises; for putting the best possible construction upon the doings of others.
When
Christ Jesus sent out the twelve disciples whom he had equipped for the work of evangelizing humanity, he bade them "heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils,"—a truly comprehensive program of service.
with contributions from John S. Willis, Fred T. Berry, John A. Reese, C. P. Anderson, Frank A. Small, Edith S. Darlington , W. E. Hitchcock, A. O. Freel
About eight hundred persons heard a lecture last night, May 11, 1911, delivered at First Church of Christ, Scientist, by Bliss Knapp of Boston.
I have been so often helped by the testimonies in our periodicals that for a long time I have wished that I might also have the privilege of helping some one in return.
Because I am grateful for all the good which Christian Science has brought to me, I feel impelled to tell others how they, too, can drink of the same overflowing fountain of good.
Some time ago my little daughter had a large number of warts on her hands, and one day I read in a Sentinel that a little girl had been completely healed of this ailment through Christian Science.
Like many others, my first healing in Christian Science was such a revelation of the power and love of God, that in gratitude I give it as one more proof of the present availability of the Christ-cure.
Christian Science found me almost a physical and mental wreck; but now, thank God, I am in excellent health, and every one in my household has received benefits.
I Saw
the beauty of the sunrise fallUpon a foam of blossoms red and white,Stirring with nested birds whose little callOf eager life gave exquisite delight,And marveled at the heart of God! He knowsLove lies behind the flaming of the rose!
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with contributions from John S. Willis, Fred T. Berry, John A. Reese, C. P. Anderson, Frank A. Small, Edith S. Darlington , W. E. Hitchcock, A. O. Freel