Article February 3, 1912 Issue

An article in the Sunday Bee quotes from "a book" (the...

Nellie M. Johnson

Omaha (Neb.) Bee

An article in the Sunday Bee quotes from "a book" (the title not given), written by an unnamed "professor," who seeks to discredit Christian Science and its Leader by repeating allegations too often refuted to be considered seriously by an enlightened public. In the limited space of a brief paragraph this anonymous "professor" incorrectly classifies Christian Science, condemns his own misconceptions of its methods, catches a glimpse of its purpose, but obscures his vision by denouncing its Leader.

The superficial observer may deem all mental methods identical, but the honest investigator soon learns that no analogy exists between Christian Science, based upon the divine Mind as the only consciousness, and other metaphysical systems, dependent upon the human mind and its modes. Christian Scientists understand that in exact ratio of their obedience to God are they freed from human despotism; consequently they deprecate personal control and eschew esoteric methods. The life and work of the Leader of Christian Science is a true index to her character, and any attempt to impugn her motives or acts must prove abortive. Her insistent admonition to follow her only as she follows Christ is a sufficient denial of the accusation that she demands obedience to personal requirements.

The Christian Scientist is not "compelled to be a book agent," but he is inspired by gratitude to recommend the inquirer to a careful study of the literature which opened his own eyes to man's God-given dominion over evil. He assuredly regards the healing of sickness and sin as the "be-all and end-all of human life," for this work, already begun by Christian Science, will be carried to completion; discord of every nature will be eliminated, harmony reinstated, and God's kingdom will be established upon earth. Whosoever will, may prove to his satisfaction the availability and adaptability of Christian Science to every human need.

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