Editorial August 1, 1964 Issue

Scientific Theology

Carl J. Welz

The theology of Christ Jesus is demonstrable. It is a theology for our understanding and use. In Science and Health, Mrs. Eddy reveals the true meaning of Jesus' theology. She explains what it is to be a believer of the Master according to his word John 14: 12), "He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also."

On page 137 of Science and Health, Mrs. Eddy tells of the disciple Simon's reply to Jesus' question (Matt. 16:16), "Whom say ye that I am?" She says: "With his usual impetuosity, Simon replied for his brethren, and his reply set forth a great fact: 'Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God!" That is: The Messiah is what thou hast declared, Christ, the spirit of God, of Truth, Life, and Love, which heals mentally."'

Mrs. Eddy goes on to say that this reply so satisfied Jesus that Simon's name was changed to Peter, and on the following page she writes: "It was now evident to Peter that divine Life, Truth, and Love, and not a human personality, was the healer of the sick and a rock, a firm foundation in the realm of harmony. On this spiritually scientific basis Jesus explained his cures, which appeared miraculous to outsiders."

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