THERE
is much to be gained in a study of the four gospels in the light of Christian Science, by thinking of Jesus as a student who was learning from his human experience; for it is written of him in the epistle to the Hebrews, "Though he were a Son, yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffered.
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was not until the writer became interested in Christian Science that he learned the real meaning of the word righteousness, which is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word rihtwis, right-wise.
ON
turning to Christian Science, whether or not one has known how to study before, one soon learns something of what it means to be a thorough student.
WHEN
we stop to analyze the purpose of the Wednesday evening testimony meeting, we find that it is nothing short of an opportunity for encouragement, not only of the stranger within our gates, but of ourselves, those who have experienced the joy of healing in Christian Science.
A prosecuting attorney with the privilege of formulating not only his questions but also the replies of witnesses, ought usually to be able to make out a poor record for the other side, however much he might violate justice in the process.
SEE
how the lily grows, so pure and fair, As if to do God's will, His love express; With leaves spread out in mute, unconscious prayer, Nor toils to weave so exquisite a dress.
WHEN
Naaman, "captain of the host of the king of Syria," who had come with a letter from his royal master to the king of Israel to be healed of his leprosy, and was sent by him to the house of "Elisha the man of God," received the prophet's command, "Go and wash in Jordan seven times," evidently his dignity was offended, and his contempt for the prophet and his instructions was expressed in emphatic terms.
CHRISTIAN
people in general, as well as other religionists, are supposed to understand the reason for the institution of the Sabbath, even though they may hold widely differing views as to its observance.
I am a living monument of what divine Love through the study of Christian Science can do for suffering humanity, and feel that it is not only a duty but a great privilege to give this testimony, with a humble prayer that it may be a blessing and a spiritual uplift to others, as so many testimonies have been to me.
I wish to express my deep gratitude for all the happiness and contentment which has come into my life through the study of Christian Science,—gratitude to God for this truth, and to our beloved Leader, Mrs.
Mabel Cone Bushnell
with contributions from A. C. Bushnell
Christian Science came to me at a time when the future seemed barren and gloomy indeed; now this teaching means more to me than I can ever express in words.
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