Bible Lens

The Bible Lens pullout section of the Christian Science Sentinel is discontinued as of December 7, 2025. To see all of our most recent Bible study related offerings, check out the Bible Resources page. Each one of these rich resources is designed to bring inspiration and light to your study of Scripture.

God

Hearing God’s messages isn’t passive, but includes following them.

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.
In the tender meeting between Mary and Elisabeth, two pivotal birth stories come together.

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.
Daniel’s dream interpretation recalls Joseph’s experience with Pharaoh.
The Psalmist declares God’s oversight of the isolated and lonely.

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.

Adam and Fallen Man

Who told you that you were naked?

Everlasting Punishment

Noah’s family members later repopulate the earth and become ancestors of God’s faithful servant Abram.

Probation After Death

“Many mansions” denotes room for all in God’s kingdom.