Article November 20, 1943 Issue

Gratitude

CASSIUS W. GOULD, JR.

Although moved with the desire to give a testimony or expression of gratitude for benefits received in Christian Science, not infrequently young students are faced with the fear that argues they do not have the ability to rise to their feet and face a congregation. The wish to express gratitude for blessings is present to a greater or lesser degree in the thinking of every human being. If at times, however, Christian Scientists seem unwilling or unable to give some manifestation or evidence of the fact that they are grateful for Truth, let them strive to overcome the false belief of pride, self-consciousness, or fear which would try to hinder them, and work earnestly to realize that nothing can interfere with man's unceasingly glorifying God and bearing witness to His goodness.

The argument must not be entertained, however, that the only way to express gratitude for past healings is through telling experiences in church, or through sending testimonies to the Christian Science periodicals, worth while and essential as such contributions are. In the textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," Mary Baker Eddy writes (p. 3): "Gratitude is much more than a verbal expression of thanks. Action expresses more gratitude than speech."

Sometimes one of the best ways in which to show appreciation for all the good we have received is by sincerely striving to radiate more love and joy, one result of which will be the attracting of others to the truth. The most sincere gratitude is often evidenced through silent rejoicing for the unlimited blessings which are already ours.

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