Article February 22, 1964 Issue

A High School Student Writes

A practical Religion

JOYCE CAROL ROBERTS

For a student, Christian Science is the one beneficial subject to study. In the Bible we read, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you" (Matt. 6:33). "These things" are not necessarily all material; they can include such spiritual riches as joy, health, wisdom, inspiration, and love. Mrs. Eddy writes in Science and Health (p. 241), "One's aim, a point beyond faith, should be to find the footsteps of Truth, the way to health and holiness."

Why should this be one's aim? As one gains the understanding through Christian Science of what he really is, namely the reflection of God, the reflection of His infinite and eternal intelligence, of His beauty and harmony, then Christian Science becomes a practical religion.

Christian Science is the way of Life. It has helped me with physical difficulties, school life, and schoolwork. One afternoon I came home from school very much discouraged. In two days' time I was to take an examination. I felt I did not understand the subject matter, and so I was afraid. My family pointed out to me that here was another opportunity to demonstrate the efficacy of Christian Science.

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