Testimony of Healing January 29, 1921 Issue

In gratitude for the understanding of God which I have...

Ella Davisson

In gratitude for the understanding of God which I have gained through Christian Science, I send this testimony. About ten years ago this great truth came to my attention through a friend who had been healed. At that time I was struggling with sorrow, loss, and ill health. I had been very ill and was still extremely nervous and reduced in weight. Doctors had told me I would never be a well woman. I had at this time found it necessary to enter the business world. I was filled with anxiety and care, for this was my first attempt to earn a livelihood. I was indeed physically unfit.

Christian Science was presented to me so beautifully that I at once felt I had found something on which I could rely. It was a revelation to know that God is Love and is the Father-Mother of us all, and does not send sickness, sorrow, and bitter trials upon us. I had lived a prayerful life, yet my prayers did not bring healing. I wanted to know more about this teaching, for I was hungry for the truth. "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," by Mrs. Eddy, was read whenever I could find time, and although I understood it but slightly I knew it was indeed the truth as taught and practiced by the Master. I was greatly benefited by the reading but did not at that time realize it. My health improved and I gained steadily in weight. Nervousness and fear were lessened and I began to be very happy. Resentment was cast out and love and forgiveness took its place. My friends who had known of my experience and ill health marveled at the great change. A spiritual uplift was realized and I had a different outlook upon life.

I wanted to share this truth with others, and especially a sister, to whom I sent the copy of Science and Health that I had purchased, not realizing that I could not be without this book and continue to progress. As a result I drifted from the teaching of Christian Science for over two years. Then there came a time when I wanted to get back to the Father's house. The husks of the world no longer satisfied, and the following words of Mrs. Eddy were realized: "The sharp experiences of belief in the supposititious life of matter, as well as our disappointments and ceaseless woes, turn us like tired children to the arms of divine Love. Then we begin to learn Life in divine Science" (Science and Health, p. 322). I then began an earnest study of the Lesson-Sermons, and purchased another copy of Science and Health and the other writings of Mrs. Eddy. I attended church services when I could, but I was at this time traveling for a large manufacturing house. I have experienced many physical healings, such as of nervous prostration, kidney trouble, stomach and bowel trouble, headache, throat trouble, and colds. A very painful sprained ankle was healed by absent treatment. After two days I was out, walking long distances without the slightest discomfort. Many times when danger seemed imminent, I have been protected by clinging steadfastly to God's promises of protection as so beautifully given in the ninety-first psalm. Christian Science has taught me to look upon my work as the Father's business. This correct view of work enabled me to do better and more conscientious work, which brought promotion and a corresponding increase in salary.

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