In
Christian Science we learn that all things material, all that the eye can see, must be counterfeit of the real, for God's creation is spiritual, not visible to mortal sense.
Friendship,
like every other human need, must be demonstrated through the teachings of Christian Science in order that the true sense of it may be gained and so enjoyed permanently.
To
the beginner in Christian Science there may seem to be many obstacles, and at times he may feel that it is almost impossible to continue his search for light.
The familiar words, "On earth peace, good will toward men," inextricably associated as they unfortunately are generally with holidays, going to church on a week day, Christmas presents, and so forth, have lost much of their force in the course of the years.
In the article, "Hypnotic Suggestions," in a recent issue of the Observer, there appears a statement which might lead one to believe that Christian Science is a form of mental suggestion.
A paragraph in the Sentinel of December 21, 1918, announcing that articles and testimonies from members of The Mother Church were welcomed for consideration by the editors, brought home very forcibly the fact that for a long time I had neglected to take advantage of this blessing.
When I was about ten years old a simple explanation of Christian Science appealed so strongly to my child-thought as being the truth that I was enabled to overcome an attack of stomach trouble which the doctor said I would be subject to until it was finally outgrown.
So many wonderful things have come to me since I commenced the study of Christian Science that I feel I should express my gratitude for all the enlightenment I have received.
In appreciation of the wonderful help I have received since coming into Christian Science I send the following testimony in the hope that it may be of benefit to those who read it.
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