Article January 25, 1982 Issue

Felling the Goliath of a bad disposition

HELEN L. CONNELLY

Interpreted spiritually, the Bible can always be used as a basis for healing, and its truths applied to any situation. So, in wanting to overcome a bad disposition a number of years ago, I prayerfully turned to my Bible to find an answer.

As I read the story of David and the Philistine giant, Goliath, I remembered Mrs. Eddy's statement in Science and Health: "In this revolutionary period, like the shepherd-boy with his sling, woman goes forth to battle with Goliath." Science and Health, p. 268. I felt a bit as though I were that woman! Applying each verse of the Bible account to dispel the Goliath of bad disposition, I was refreshed and uplifted.

In the story, Goliath appeared towering and overpowering—with brassy armor and brassy national pride. The Israelites "were dismayed, and greatly afraid." I Sam. 17:11. And when David heard Goliath's taunts, he saw grown men run from the bully.

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