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The race set before us
Do you sometimes awake thinking about your day with less than enthusiasm, or even with dread? Perhaps a demanding boss or a judgmental relative haunts your prospects, or anxiety about deadlines and too much to do lurks in the shadows. You may be facing persistent unemployment and mounting bills, or a troubling disease confronts you. But right where that view looms ahead, God is already there to help you.
If you have ever run in or been a spectator at a long-distance race, you will have seen the crowd lining the course. They are cheering for the runners, giving support—nourishment, refreshment, and encouragement. If we widen our focus to include our spiritual sense, we can envision such spectators cheering us on in life’s long race. But, rather than people, it’s Soul—a helpful synonym for God—that constantly encourages us, points out the way, and brings out the best in us, enabling us to do whatever is required of us.
About the author
Cynthia Clague is a Christian Science practitioner and teacher who lives in Eugene, Oregon.

June 2, 2014 issue
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Letters
Judy, LittleChild, Pauline R. Noorts, Brett L. Stafford
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Big prayers plug us in to progress
Abraham McLaughlin
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Surfing with Spirit
Rick Gaspard
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The race set before us
Cynthia Clague
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"Perfect and pure, ineffable in beauty..."
Photograph by Wendy Rose
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Blessings from the creator
Brian Hall
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At the top of the list
Patricia Gantt Reiman
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Lifeguarding prayers
Sidney Fox
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Safe horseback ride home
Louisa with contributions from Marjie
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Of stones and bones
Biff Bigbie
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No more neck or head pain
Jyoti Bajaj
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'A spiritual foundation of Christ healing'
The Editors