Bible Lens

Complement your study of the weekly Christian Science Quarterly® Bible Lessons with the Bible Lens from the Christian Science Sentinel. This pullout section of the Sentinel provides a helpful mix of information about Bible verses, including history, context, verse translations, and word definitions. Articles and poems are hand-picked to inspire further exploration of the Scriptures -- and to show how others have applied insights from their Bible study.

God the Only Cause and Creator

Workers who embrace the qualities needed to receive and nurture the seed of God’s Word will be fruitful.

God the Preserver of Man

Christ’s love for us withstands all opposition and secures the destruction of evil.
Jesus’ words “Hallowed be thy name” teach reverence for God’s very nature and being.
Wings are frequent metaphors for of divine protection and shelter in Scripture.

Soul and Body

 “I am the Lord” emphasizes the absolute sovereignty He will wield on behalf of His people.
“Signs and wonders” are mentioned multiple times in the New Testament to signal God’s healing presence and power.

Adam and Fallen Man

Wisdom literature teaches that true riches come from God, the source of all good, not from human effort.

Everlasting Punishment

Jesus’ washing of his disciples’ feet unquestionably demonstrates meekness and love.

Probation After Death

Throughout his ministry, Jesus makes clear that his advent fulfills prophecy.

Doctrine of Atonement

“Fear not” is a compelling theme in the Bible.

Are Sin, Disease, and Death Real?

Whatever the circumstance, true safety is to be found in God.

Unreality

Jesus’ God-derived status is undeniably demonstrated by both his initial victory over temptation and his final triumph over death.