About eight years ago Christian Science came into my...

About eight years ago Christian Science came into my experience unexpectedly, beautifully, and with instantaneous proof of its healing and uplifting power. My little daughter, between two and three years old, was very ill with inaction of the kidneys and bowels. The doctors had said they could do no more for her. I was holding her in my arms, feeling very sad and rebellious towards what I had been told was God's will, although I had prayed earnestly for help. Just then a neighbor, whom I had recently met, came to my home for the first time. I had been told she was a Christian Scientist, and that those of that religion trusted to God for healing. I had been taught in early childhood that if I prayed to God, He would hear and answer me; but as I grew older, so many prayers seemed unanswered that I lost all faith or trust. This neighbor said nothing about Christian Science, although she told me afterwards that she had felt prompted to come, and so had obeyed the "still small voice." All at once I said to her, "Oh, if only I knew something of what you know!" Quickly she answered, "Would you like help?" I nodded through my tears, and she said, "You shall have help at once." I felt a sweet sense to peace and uplift; and in about ten minutes my baby stirred, sat up, and wanted something to eat. She then had a natural movement, and played until bedtime.

I never had a moment's doubt or argument in my consciousness from that time on as to the truth of Christian Science. I have learned to understand and apply the rules of divine Principle, as revealed by the beloved benefactress to humanity, Mary Baker Eddy, in the degree that I have been willing and ready to lay down a false material concept of life and existence. Shortly after this first healing, my little girl was healed in a few moments of a dislocated shoulder and a very serious attack of croup. Within a year three instantaneous demonstrations of God's ever present power were made through clinging steadfastly to the thought of God as Love and good, and by realizing the truth of the "scientific statement of being," as given by Mrs. Eddy on page 468 of "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures." The three healings occurred in the following order: the healing of a wasp sting while the little girl was playing barefooted; the healing of a thick, fine rash covering her body and back, which I saw disappear; and the healing of burning, aching feet for myself. As my understanding has unfolded, my eyesight, which was very poor, has greatly improved; and red, inflamed eyes and lids have given way to a normal appearance. The day I bought Science and Health (the well-loved textbook of Christian Science) my husband was quickly healed of a sever sense of headache while I declared man to be God's perfect child.

Many other healings have been experienced in our home through the years. Some have come quickly; others have been tests of patience and faithfulness. I am grateful for all, especially for a sweeter, more tender love between my husband and me through the daily endeavor to see each and all as God's perfect ideas, instead of as imperfect personalities. My heart is full of gratitude for the great good Christian Science is doing in the world; for the faithful, loving teachers, practitioners, Readers, and for all who help each other by loving-kindnesses, rebukes, exhortations, giving help to those who need it, in all available ways. I am most grateful to Christ Jesus, the Way-shower, and to Mrs. Eddy, who so lovingly and courageously followed in his steps, that a needy world might receive the Christ, Truth, and Christ-cure, which divine Love unfolded to her.

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