Testimony of Healing May 29, 1920 Issue

For twenty years I suffered from varicose veins and...

Martha Rust

For twenty years I suffered from varicose veins and cramps in the legs, and after each slight exertion suffered intense pains, especially during the night. The doctors told me I could not be freed from this trouble as it was due to heredity, and that I would have to bandage my legs in order to avoid greater trouble, which I did for twelve years. Through my sister and brother-in-law I heard of Christian Science about the year 1914, and read several pamphlets and Herolds. Although I did not wholly understand them, I believed every word I read, and it was my greatest desire to learn more of this teaching. One morning, after having again spent a painful and sleepless night, I put aside my bandages, declaring that God alone could heal me. I continued reading Christian Science literature, and my faith made me whole. After three days I was free from all pain. For several years I have had no pain, nor have I worn the bandage. Through this sudden healing and freedom I became firmly convinced that I had found the truth.

I also wish to relate a healing of blood poisoning, which to mortal sense was very dangerous. In July, 1917, my finger became inflamed under a ring, but I paid no attention to it, believing it would disappear. After a few days, however, not only the finger but the whole hand was swollen, and I suffered intense pain. On the following day the swelling had extended to the shoulder and the arm was covered with large and small painful knots, and I was scarcely able to move it. My husband, who at that time was not interested in Christian Science, insisted upon consulting a physician, but I refused to do this, declaring that I wanted only Christian Science treatment. After some hesitancy my husband consented, and a practitioner was asked for help. Shortly after the treatment was begun I experienced relief and the next day the inflamed part opened, the poison passed off, and the pain was gone. During this experience my faith in God remained unshaken. I clung steadfastly to the truth that God alone could help me; and He did help me wonderfully.

Since knowing of Christian Science my family and I have received much help through the application of the truth and many instantaneous healings have been effected, among which are the healing of several other sicknesses. Through our understanding we are all healthy. For all these beautiful proofs of the power of divine Love I wish to express my deepest thanks to God. I am much more grateful, however, for the spiritual knowledge gained of Him and His wonderful creation. Through this spiritual awakening I experienced the peace "which passeth all understanding."

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