Testimony of Healing July 22, 1922 Issue

It is with a deep sense of gratitude that I offer this testimony...

Mary C. Bertram with contributions from Simon C. Bertram

It is with a deep sense of gratitude that I offer this testimony to the healing power of Christian Science. In April, 1913, when in a serious physical condition, a very esteemed friend invited me to accept this truth. I was healed of severe internal trouble by reading "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mrs. Eddy. The book was full of light; and disease vanished as darkness disappears in the presence of the sun.

My first demonstration was the overcoming of bowel disorder. This healing was instantaneous. Prior to this demonstration, to walk five or six city blocks would so fatigue me that it would take days for me to recover. I now can walk and be on my feet all day, and for several succeeding days; and, yet, feel no weariness. I can truthfully say that before knowing of Christian Science there was not a day for five long years that I did not suffer intensely, both physically and mentally. My health is perfect; and has been entirely restored to me through the study of Science and Health. No material means of any sort were employed. Through my study and application of the truth, all the ills mentioned above, also nervousness, and rheumatism, which caused great suffering for five years, unhappiness, resentment, hatred, selfishness, self-consciousness, great fear of storms and fires, bad temper, and many other conditions were overcome. I did not have to apply to a practitioner more than once in seven years.

I would be obliged to write a book if I were to tell of all the beautiful healings and blessings I have received. Christian Science has brought spiritual joy, peace, and happiness to me in abundance. The Bible, which I knew little about, became my daily study, my guide, and my joy. I have been changed from an atheist to one who accepts God as Life, Truth, and Love. On page 16 of Science and Health we read: "A great sacrifice of material things must precede this advanced spiritual understanding. The highest prayer is not one of faith merely; it is demonstration. Such prayer heals sickness, and must destroy sin and death."

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