Testimony of Healing February 26, 1979 Issue

Ten years ago I began to have discomfort in using my left...

Jean B. Corey with contributions from Charles D. Corey, Sr.

Ten years ago I began to have discomfort in using my left foot. At first I gave this little thought, until walking became difficult. Then the condition worsened until the foot was sensitive to the touch.

While studying the Bible Lesson in the Christian Science Quarterly and reading the periodicals, I endeavored to keep consciousness filled with spiritual truths so that there would be no room for discomfort or pain. In one article the word "rise" stood out. It soon became clear that I should not only keep thought above discomfort and discord but should physically get up and do as much as possible for myself. Although there was no change in the physical condition, I managed to get up, dress myself, and make my bed.

The next day this was repeated, but this time I was determined not to return to bed that night until progress toward healing had been made. So, until the wee hours of the next morning, I sat in a chair declaring my true unity with God and my inherent perfection as His child. A Christian Science practitioner was praying for me, and during this time I again talked with him by phone. It was a night of challenge. The foot seemed more painful and swollen than ever. As I sat in the chair I silently reaffirmed my stand for spiritual healing. A temptation to resort to medical means was rejected along with the suggestion that matter could have sensation or determine man's condition. Prayer continued until I felt at peace, then fell into a restful sleep.

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