In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

After her mother’s passing, the writer finds examples of God’s motherly love all around her.

Wings of joy 

Learning to fly on wings of joy brought freedom to a girl who had an extreme nervous condition.

God doesn’t make bullies 

When I first went to school, there were two boys who were mean, sometimes three.
When the heart yearns for divine Love’s guidance, we can be assured of being gently directed to where we need to be, and when we need to be there.
I can know that no one ever dwells outside of God’s kingdom and reign. 
True manhood is manifested in self-respect, courage, and strength, as well as the ability to forgive and forget.

Joy and dominion 

Finding our way completely through a challenge isn’t a prerequisite for joy.
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How can we possibly make peace with each other when there are so many points of view?
It is comforting to know that there is no way by which imperfection can be introduced into man.

I prayed for my brother 

One day my brother Gavin and I were balancing on the couch.

My church homecoming 

Although my parents weren’t particularly religious, our family attended a Protestant church, and I remember literally being dragged to Sunday School as a young child.