Article December 7, 1918 Issue

For a revivalist to state that Christian Science is "ninety-one...

Warren O. Evans

The Providence (R. I.) Journal

For a revivalist to state that Christian Science is "ninety-one per cent humbug" and to classify it with "Hindooism," shows his ignorance of this particular subject, as well as his utter disregard for the opinions and convictions of an ever increasing multitude of intelligent people who are finding their salvation in Christian Science.

It is but natural that those who have found an almost unutterable peace, and freedom from overwhelming suffering and perplexity, which is the experience of all Christian Scientists, should wish to be referred to at least respectfully, and be accorded the same consideration as they endeavor to extend to others. It might, perhaps, be well for this individual to consider the admonition of the great Master, whom he claims to serve, "Judge not, that ye be not judged;" and also the sweet saying of the psalmist, "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" Because one cannot agree with another on all points, it hardly seems necessary to throw stones; especially if one lives, possibly, in a glass house.

Christian Science is absolute Science, and will stand or fall on its own merit. The very fact that it has stood for over fifty years, and to-day is reaching to the uttermost parts of the citilized world, proves conclusively that it is something more than "humbug" or mere human opinion. It is the "rock of ages," the "law of God." On this fixed law of good, Christian Scientists are endeavoring to preach the full gospel of Christ Jesus, "Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature," which includes the command to "heal the sick." And the proof that Christian Scientists are on the right road is evidenced by their results. For Jesus clearly stated, "Ye shall know them by their fruits;" and, "He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do: because I go unto my Father."

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