In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

These humble workers, shepherds, expressed vital pastoral qualities in protecting sheep from harm, keeping them from wandering or falling behind, and carrying those needing support.
“My heart opened to God for help. My thought expanded beyond the human situation, making me receptive to a power far greater than what seemed to be governing my immediate circumstances.”
Would you be surprised to learn that when this author found herself in a scary situation, she wasn’t afraid? As she explains, she’d already learned she could trust God—even in an emergency.

I married him anyway!

I’d grown up thinking that God loved some people more than others and that He didn’t love me as much as He loved other people. Now, though, I was discovering that God is Love itself and loves and cares impartially for His entire creation.
“God, good, is always with me, and is the power that triumphs over any bad situation.” 

Is it our fault?

If you’ve ever felt your healing work is hindered by wondering and worrying about the source of a problem, this article offers strong support for approaching your prayers from a surer, more effective basis.
An athlete shares how she prayed through the challenges of ski season and discovered that what she was learning about God wasn’t theoretical; it was completely practical.
A moment of recognition about the needs of her fellow travelers turned this young mother’s thought outward and upward, changing forever how she approaches long journeys.
If you’re having a hard time with your college essays, this author shares how turning to God transformed the writing process for her.
If you’re feeling pulled toward the kind of scrolling that leads to hopelessness, this article offers an arresting thought to contemplate in prayer: “What is God thinking?”

Serving God no matter what

We too can prosper, even in the most difficult situations, by choosing to stay close to God.
When we drop limiting and self-centered concerns, doubts, and fears and let God’s love open our hearts to others, we will undoubtedly receive a blessing.