March 9, 1929
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To
the beginner in the study of Christian Science many words appear to take on new meanings; and one comes to realize that any specific word used in the writings of Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, is remarkably well placed, and gives the required significance as probably no other word could.
Forgiveness!
A wonderful and beautiful word when analyzed in the illuminating rays of divine intelligence! And what a vital place it should have in the life of the Christian Scientist! What does it mean to forgive?
Jesus
once said to his disciples, "What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
In
the book of Isaiah God's promise reads: "As the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater: so shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.
What
is the metaphysical aspect of The Christian Science Monitor?
The
First Commandment, "Thou shalt have no other gods before me," states briefly but completely the law governing the demonstration of supply in Christian Science.
In a recent issue of the Journal [Portland], in the "Twenty Years Ago" column, appears the statement that "Mrs.
In the article, "Views and Reviews.
In the Courier recently under the subject of "The Blessings of Pain," a reverend gentleman, who based his remarks on this theme, is reported as saying, "Pain is a fact of which the physical senses are conscious.
Recently an evangelist in your city took occasion to criticize the teachings of Christian Science, a report being published in your paper.
In a recent issue of your paper appeared an article, credited to "Time," in which were narrated some experiences of certain rival evangelists, in London.
During the past twelve months period two hundred and ninety-seven Christian Science lectures were delivered in the state by members of the Board of Lectureship of The Mother Church.
That
the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science displayed great wisdom in providing for the needs of those who should accept her teachings as the way to salvation, there is ample proof.
Having
repudiated the accusation of the Pharisees who declared that he healed through Beelzebub, the chief of the devils, Jesus added, "But if I with the finger of God cast out devils, no doubt the kingdom of God is come upon you.
"'Peace
, be still!' our Father is at the helm.
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Applications for admission to membership in The Mother Church may be sent to the Clerk at any time throughout the year.
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Testimonies of healings brought about at authorized lectures on Christian Science will be published in The Christian Science Journal or the Christian Science Sentinel, when verified as are other testimonies appearing in the periodicals.
Gratitude for blessings received through the knowledge of Christian Science during the last sixteen years, and for the help and encouragement derived from the testimonies of other beneficiaries, as reported in the Journal and Sentinel, has made me wish to tell the following in connection with my first experience with Christian Science.
Christian Science has so many times brought healing to me and to members of my family that I hardly know where to begin to tell of its blessings.
About fourteen years ago I was rather annoyed at my dear mother's desire for me to learn something of Christian Science because I was crippled and bowed together like the woman in the Bible, and could in no wise lift myself up.
Five years ago a copy of the Christian Science textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy, was presented to me.
Christian Science came into my life with its wonderful regenerating and healing power several years ago.
I wish to express my gratitude for all that I have learned through the study of the Bible and Christian Science.
Ten years ago, to human sense, I was a nervous and physical wreck.
I am glad to express my gratitude for all the good that Christian Science has brought into my experience, and especially for its protection.
No experience should be counted too severe if it brings us nearer to God; and each trial makes us wiser, a little stronger, and gives us a firmer grasp on Truth.
I became interested in Christian Science through reading the literature placed by a loving little Christian Science Society in a small railroad station where I was required to wait from one to three hours for a freight train each month, as I am a traveling man.
