In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

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.

How gratitude can help

Gratitude opens doors and opens our eyes to the good God is expressing now.

"I've lost my job!"

There is work for all of us to do—spiritual work. Christ Jesus showed us that this work leads to a fuller, more purposeful life.

God's governing truth heals

That night the job of being a counselor at camp included lots of prayer—and healing.