Testimony of Healing September 18, 1978 Issue

How grateful I am to have been healed of a tendency to be...

Lois A. Wehmeyer

How grateful I am to have been healed of a tendency to be unduly critical of others! The criticism was not always verbal, but was at times simply self-righteous thought.

For a period of time I taught school in overseas countries. While I had dear friends, I kept myself from being too friendly with many of my fellow workers, silently finding reasons for my actions. Finally I taught in a non-English-speaking country where I felt I had little in common with those around me. I was very lonely and unhappy. I realized I had to change my thought about the situation and see man as the expression of God. A Christian Science practitioner was praying for me, as I knew I needed to lift myself out of the unhappiness and self-centeredness in which I had been indulging. I spent much time studying the Bible, together with Science and Health by Mrs. Eddy. I also began to read biographies of Mrs. Eddy. These biographies helped me to see the great love Mrs. Eddy had for mankind. I was filled with love for this dear woman, who so unselfishly, through many trials, gave her discovery, Christian Science, to the world. I began to appreciate the friends I had and to enjoy their company; but much more, I learned the value of quiet study and time spent alone with God.

My desire then was to be in an area where I could actively participate in church work. With this in mind I applied for a transfer to an English-speaking country. I knew that God, Mind, would place me in an area where I could continue to advance spiritually and progress in my studies. Self-will was put down, and a humble trust in God took its place. When the transfer came through and I moved, I found that I was six miles from an active group of Christian Scientists who were forming a Christian Science Society. I joined the society and was greatly blessed by this membership. Gradually, through continued prayer and study, the freedom from criticism came. I taught in two large schools during my stay in that country and can honestly say I truly loved my fellow workers and found much joy in my work. Another blessing that came from my study was Christian Science class instruction, for which I am very grateful.

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