In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

Alone on a dark street, this young woman seemed to be a prime target for an assault. But right in the moment when she seemed most vulnerable, a clear message from God broke through her fear and helped her find safety.
After she gave in to her boyfriend’s repeated pressure to go farther than she was comfortable going, this author was desperate for a way out of the guilt and anger. That’s when what she’d learned in the Christian Science Sunday School came to her rescue.
One evening when I was lying in bed in the dark, I suddenly felt a strong pressure on my ribs.
I grew up with strong roots in a traditional Christian religion, and will always appreciate how my family instilled in me the importance of drawing close to God.
While taking a one-year diploma course in child guidance and family counseling followed by a three-month internship, I was staying at the YWCA Working Women’s Hostel in Chandigarh.

Step out of the echo chamber

I rethought my response to the Facebook post.
A heavily armed man cocked his weapon, pointed it a few inches from my face, and demanded that I give him all my money.

Forgive and forget?

The Bible teaches that God’s view of us is different from our own memories of personal experiences.
Jesus often began his prayers by thanking God and recognizing God’s absolute power. 
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Seeing clearly

I started to focus on loving everything and everyone I saw around me.
Maria Montessori, the distinguished early childhood educator, said, “Early childhood education is the key to the betterment of society.