In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

Extending the morning thought

A quiet communion with God in the early hours strengthens us for the day, but the effects don't stop there.
A raft trip provided this author with a useful metaphor, one that helped her learn more of the nature of Christian healing.

Healing for our world

An issue of significance is before the legislative branch of your government. How are you praying?

Second Thought

"What many journalists cannot now see may develop into a grace that amazes them."
About our cover—Does the news we hear and see in the media tell us all there is to know of humanity's progress? Or can the good news of the gospel show us new possibilities?

"God is our refuge"

Brian and Gary were brothers.
without it! Giving thanks is an eye-opener. It makes us more awake to the goodness and presence of God.

Our unconditional freedom

There is a joy that liberates us from illness. We don't manufacture that joy; it is our very nature as the children of immortal Love.
"Many people worry that a complicated moral issue is being fought on who can come up with the best worst-case scenario."

Who am I?

The question sometimes leads to a downward spiral. But when this writer began to explore a spiritual answer, he found himself rising to a fresh view of his own worth.

Suicide's not the answer

Even if we feel as though hopelessness has pushed us to the edge, we aren't lost. There is a way out of the darkness. It is a way of love and healing.
About our cover—Recent discussion on ensuring choices about life and living may turn us to a deeper issue. We may begin to explore more fully what it is that actually sustains life.