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I turned to Christian Science for physical healing
I turned to Christian Science for physical healing. I had what is called paralysis of the bowels, and the doctor pronounced an operation necessary, although he said that he could not promise a permanent healing. It was expected that I would make my decision and go to the hospital the next day. During this period of doubt and indecision a Christian Science friend came in. When I informed her of my problem, she asked why I did not try Christian Science, saying that she had been healed of a similar condition, and it was God's work and permanent. I said, "If it is God's work, He is 'no respecter of persons,' and He will do as much for me."
I engaged a practitioner, and the healing was complete in five days. My happiness was unbounded at this freedom from bondage, as I had been afflicted since childhood, and had tried all the medicines recommended, but they would gradually cease to give relief. I had no Bible, but I never purchased anything so willingly as the Bible, also Science and Health. It seemed to me the nights were not long enough to read all I wanted. I cannot express my joy in knowing god as divine Mind, for I had believed in a personal God, and this seemed so impossible that I had grown to dislike to attend church. Jesus said, "Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
The first few years of my study of Christian Science seemed to be a test of my loyalty, and I surely had to prove each assertion I made. I felt so grateful for the change it had brought into my life that I wanted to tell all in whom I was interested, although I had been told not to talk too much. During one of these conversations the lady with whom I was talking asked me what I would do if I were suddenly attacked with appendicitis. I said I would depend on God. This seemed to make a great impression, but I resented her attitude. A few months later I had to prove my statement, as not only did I have a severe attack of appendicitis, but other complications were manifested. The Christian Science practitioner worked faithfully, and though the case yielded rather slowly, the healing was perfect. I am grateful for this experience, as through it I gained an invaluable lesson. On page 392 of Science and Health Mrs. Eddy says: "Stand porter at the door of thought. Admitting only such conclusions as you wish realized in bodily results, you will control yourself harmoniously."
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October 2, 1915 issue
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Righteousness: Its Realm
WILLIAM D. MC CRACKAN, M.A.
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Church
ROBERT L. SAWYER
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Pleasure Seekers
MARIE H. CROCKETT
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Sunrise
ADELLA M. FISHBACK
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Love versus Fear
GERTRUDE JUBB
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Our Father
SAMUEL JOHNSTONE MACDONALD
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Your report of a sermon delivered at Newburyport presented...
Judge Clifford P. Smith
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A recent issue of the Baptist Standard, published at Dallas,...
Brigman C. Odom
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The misrepresentation of the teaching of Christian Science...
F. Elmo Robinson
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My attention has just been called to Doctor—'s reference...
Frank C. Barrett
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"Preach the gospel"
Archibald McLellan
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Impartial Love
Annie M. Knott
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Little Ministers
John B. Willis
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Admission to Membership in The Mother Church
John V. Dittemore
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The Lectures
with contributions from Francis V. Galloway, Herbert M. Haskell, A. R. Cook
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In January, 1913, my throat began to trouble me, but...
Elizabeth A. Carah
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My heart is full of gratitude for what Christian Science...
James Leach with contributions from Alice Leach, Sarah E. Brittingham
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I would like to express my gratitude for Christian Science
Dorothy M. Lansley
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From early childhood I suffered almost constantly from...
Lenore Clark with contributions from Stephen Clark
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Knowing that every testimony of healing is sure to benefit...
Emma C. McPhetridge
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In January, 1911, I became ill with influenza, and according...
Samuel H. Miller
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I turned to Christian Science for physical healing
Rose Ellen Todd
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I gladly avail myself of the opportunity to express my...
Clara Ergo with contributions from Whittier
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From Our Exchanges
with contributions from R. J. Campbell