"To
kindle in all minds a common sentiment of regard for the spiritual idea emanating from the infinite, is a most needful work," writes Mary Baker Eddy on page 1 of her book "No and Yes.
Most
of us have played the game of "truth or consequences," in which each contestant must state the truth in reply to a given question or suffer the consequence of an imposed penalty.
In
studying the parable of the talents, as given in the twenty-fifth chapter of Matthew's Gospel, we discern the importance of being faithful in utilizing the spiritual understanding that we have already gained, as a necessary prelude to a deeper understanding and demonstration of Truth.
Christian Science
declares that nothing but divine Mind can accomplish the correction of mankind and bring about its healing and redemption from ignorance and sin.