Editorial August 22, 1977 Issue

Never Kidnapped

Nathan A. Talbot

While in most countries kidnappings are relatively few, the media tend to bring many of us close to such events when they do occur. We should recognize them as opportunities calling out for our understanding of God. We should be moved to understand the spiritual facts when confronted by the injustice of such acts.

Powerful spiritual truths are available to heal circumstances surrounding a kidnapping. As helpful as human methods may be, turning to God with a proper understanding of His presence can be the most significant factor in establishing a solution.

Too often those most directly involved feel helpless. But positive and strong steps can be taken. Christian Science brings to light the fact that a clear, accurate perception of God and man's relationship to Him can be practical and effective in meeting any human challenge. While the immediate need may seem to center around the return of a human personality, a metaphysical approach requires an even more important preliminary step. It requires us to glimpse something of God. It calls on us to admit that God is ever present.

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