Testimony of Healing November 6, 2000 Issue

Injured finger instantly healed

Reneé K. Orgeron

I've played sports for over 15 years and have participated in everything from volleyball, to swimming, to gymnastics. But softball has always been my first priority. I played competitively throughout my adolescence, and although I was not a Christian Scientist, I attributed my successes to some benevolent, all-powerful Being who I was certain existed.

It wasn't until I was 20 that I found Christian Science. Although the days of stiff competition are behind me, I've learned a great deal about God and how my participation in sports glorifies Him. For me, the most powerful example of this occurred last summer.

In June, I joined a new softball team. We played in a coed league around the city, but I was often the only woman present. I was the starting first baseman, and really enjoyed the heightened pace of the game—a byproduct of playing in a predominantly male league. My skills allowed me to play comfortably with the team, but on one particular occasion, I was forced to recognize where my skills and ability really come from.

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