In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

My true north 

For this author, being a Christian Scientist isn’t about “applying” Christian Science to problems in his life, but about knowing and understanding God better and living in a way that consistently proves that understanding.

I couldn’t deny it 

Christian Science doesn’t ask us to ignore challenges.
The human heart longs to right injustices of all kinds.

Mercy for the corrupt who come clean? 

To expose and punish corruption, governments have long relied on tough tools, from wiretaps to time in prison.

Stuck with a bad habit? Not me! 

My fingernails looked awful! Biting them was a bad habit.
As a young man I had a rather antagonistic and contemptuous attitude toward religion.

A gift from the holidays 

The excitement and joy of being able to give so selflessly ended my sadness.

Claiming our divine immunity 

When I was in the US Foreign Service, working at embassies abroad, I had the protection of diplomatic immunity.

The where of prayer 

In addition to teaching his disciples how to pray, Jesus also taught them where to pray.
I was beginning to “get it” and genuinely feel it—the love of God for being God, that is the highest gratitude.
 Christian Science Sentinel—Audio Podcast
How can we pray in a way that’s more effortless, and more effective? A day of sailing helped this author find answers to that question, and gave new momentum to her prayers.