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.

Truth

Jesus’ self-identification in John 14:6 combines the words truth and life with way, pointing the pathway to an understanding of God.

Life

To the Christian, spiritual transformation—being “changed into the same image from glory to glory”—takes place as God’s glory is seen.

Sacrament

After the Savior’s ascension, breaking bread became a precious symbol of fellowship for his followers.

God

Hearing God’s messages isn’t passive, but includes following them.
In the tender meeting between Mary and Elisabeth, two pivotal birth stories come together.

Christian Science

Light bursting out of darkness and health springing forth are potent images of swift restoration—not only for long-captive Jewish exiles but for anyone seeking health and peace.

God the Preserver of Man

God’s supremacy is described in terms of heavenly armies hundreds of times in Scripture.

God the Only Cause and Creator

Israelites understood God to be invisible, but expected and celebrated evidence of His nearness.
The Psalmist declares God’s oversight of the isolated and lonely.
Daniel’s dream interpretation recalls Joseph’s experience with Pharaoh.

Soul and Body

Paul compares preparation for running and boxing to spiritual discipline.

Mortals and Immortals

Jesus introduces eternal life as present, found in a spiritual perception of God.