In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

Second Thought

"I repented of ... the big deal I had made of myself, when I was flying high. ... I asked God what I should do with the rest of my life and to lead me there. ..."

Bouncing back...

After a forest fire, new shoots soon push up through the blackened soil. For this writer here is a powerful symbol of the action of divine Principle.

Healing that's natural, not a miracle

The works of Christ Jesus were founded on law, not supernatural forces. This writer was healed as she learned more of this same all-transforming divine law.

Second Thought

"'We were both praying with God,' [Mrs.] Churchill said. And she started regaining her strength."
"But how could prayer help with ...?" It's a question many people ask when challenges seem overwhelming. And it's a question prayer itself answers in very tangible ways.

POSITIVE PRESS

From The Daily Telegraph.

Depend on God!

When the writer was in need of healing, she asked for help in prayer. She gained more than physical freedom.
Are we appreciating the full significance of Jesus' healing work? Are we recognizing that he intended us to follow his example?

What and where is Spirit?

Instead of something vague and indefinable, Spirit, God, defines and guides our progress, meeting our needs in practical, tangible ways.
Looking back on some tumultuous years, the writer realized she was no longer asking, "What can I get out of life?" She was asking, "Where can I do the most good?"

Second Thought

"... We worship discontent in America; it is the fuel that runs our culture. ... But what ... about the simple desire to want what is good?"

Keep your joy!

It's not simply something that comes after things are going well. Joy is part of the spiritual strength that enables us to triumph in challenging times.