MANKIND
have agreed that there is only one source of wisdom, and they have accepted, at least in theory, the apostle James' advice, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
ONE
of the first things we learn in Christian Science in seeking a situation is, paradoxical as it may seem, not to seek one; that is to say, one particular situation.
THE
beautiful meaning of the words spoken by our Master, "Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God," has been realized recently by the writer with the joy that ever accompanies true demonstration.
THE
incident of the healing of the demoniac child by Jesus, which is recorded by Matthew, Mark, and Luke, is one that attracts even more than the usual attention, because each writer testifies that the aid of the disciples had been requested previously, and that their efforts had not resulted in the healing of the case.
THOSE
who seem satisfied to continue their wonted modes of thinking and acting may question as to whether it is really desirable to comply with disturbing demands for greater awakeness.
As
a flower its perfume sheds for all,So let thy love in blessed radiance fall,To cheer a heart bowed down with grief and care;"Let thy light shine,"—this is unceasing prayer.
I have great cause for rejoicing, for the many blessings that have come to me through the study and application of Christian Science, the demonstrable truth as taught and demonstrated by its Discover and Founder, Mary Baker Eddy.
With gratitude for all the good I have received from the testimonies in the Sentinel and with a desire to encourage some one else, I wish to tell some of the blessings Christian Science has brought to me.
Since God answered my prayers for a knowledge of the truth, I have had many healings, both physical and mental, but that which I am most grateful for is the peace that Christian Science has brought into my life.
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