Article August 16, 1969 Issue

Perseverance in Truth

EVELYN HOLLIS

In Science and Health we read Mrs. Eddy's words: "In the figurative transmission from the divine thought to the human, diligence, promptness, and perseverance are likened to 'the cattle upon a thousand hills.' They carry the baggage of stern resolve, and keep pace with highest purpose." Science and Health, p. 514;

When we desire to see immediate fruitage from our efforts to accomplish worthwhile results, or when a problem does not yield at once to our earnest affirmations of truth and denials of error, it is helpful to remember that many notable people of Bible times in the face of serious opposition and even danger had to develop "stern resolve" and the hardy qualities that "keep pace with highest purpose." Doing this enabled them to triumph. Studying Biblical accounts of their experiences teaches us that the more self-discipline one demonstrates, the more God's government becomes apparent in every aspect of his life.

All four Gospels show that when Christ Jesus chose his twelve disciples they promptly accepted the opportunity for spiritual growth. After difficult testing times made evident that much remained for them to prove, eleven of them diligently persevered in following Jesus' teachings and example. The New Testament tells us that after the Master's ascension some of them were sufficiently steadfast to continue preaching the gospel and accomplish healing. Their histories, as well as the life of Mrs. Eddy, teach us not to give up because we have not made every demonstration we shall ultimately make. Persevering in doing what we can to the best of our present ability prepares us to do more as our understanding progresses. Step by step we learn to obey Bible requirements diligently and perseveringly, as well as to claim its promises promptly.

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