Testimony of Healing January 6, 1917 Issue

In first turning to Christian Science I did not reach out...

Mary A. Bally

In first turning to Christian Science I did not reach out for the physical healing; it was the religion that appealed to me most strongly. The teachings I had been trying to follow did not satisfy me. I was unwilling to believe that God would rob us of our dear ones and make us suffer; therefore when Christian Science found me I knew instantly that it was the truth, and the religion I had been seeking. Although in coming into a better understanding of it the way has been very rough at times, still I have tried to heed Mrs. Eddy's admonition to rejoice "all the rugged way" (Poems, p. 14). I know full well that to yield to discouragement or seek any material remedy for relief is not following our Master's demonstration so far as we are able. In my experience material means do not even temporarily relieve, but they do temporarily deceive.

I am thankful to God for having led me to Christian Science, whereby I have been helped both physically and mentally, having been healed of stomach disorder and of grief. I have proven that "weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning," and certainly have received "beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness." I realize so clearly that it is only the false sense of man's being that can be destroyed.

I will endeavor to express my gratitude by gaining a better understanding of God, by becoming a better reflector of His love, and by being more active in serving the cause of Christian Science.—Mary A. Bally, Elmira, N. Y.

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