August 17, 2026
Mental noise—fear, doubt, the inner dialogue that criticizes or condemns—can pull thought away from what’s spiritually true. But even a moment of listening to divine Love can lift thought and let in the light.
Sometimes, if we think we can’t hear God or feel God’s presence, God may feel less real to us. So, how do we get in tune with God? This week’s guest, Ian Gudger, shares what he’s done and how it has strengthened his relationship with God.
This author sees more clearly that her identity is not defined or limited by a state bureaucracy or a personal history and that her God-given mission in life could not be thwarted.
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At times when life feels unstable, God isn’t distant, but right here, and trusting God opens us up to His limitless, ever-present blessings.
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Trusting in God brings calmness and helps move solutions forward.
When we increasingly rely on God in everything we do, as this author proves, limitations that once felt so threatening drop away.
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Feeling alone? Like you don’t fit in? This teen found that only a spiritual answer satisfied her craving to find community and connection.
We all have the blessed opportunity to cherish the innate desire within each child to serve God through church membership, and even to be healers.
Hear from contributors about their experience writing for the Christian Science periodicals in the first installment of “Contributor comments."
“As I neared the bottom of the staircase with one large box, I missed a step and hurtled the rest of the way down.”
“I attribute the speed with which my home was restored entirely to prayer.”
Young Samuel’s response to God’s call leads to a lifelong ministry.
