In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

I needed to turn away from a sense of myself as a mortal having too much to do and recognize my true identity as a beloved, cared-for child of God, an ever-present help. 

Learning to walk together 

Although this situation might have been labeled a “personality conflict,” it was clear to me in that moment that there was no such thing as an “individuality conflict,” since our spiritual individuality—which is divine Love-given to everyone, including my coworker and me—is never less than Love’s reflection.

Our secure home 

Prayer brings to light home as a God-given dwelling place that is present wherever we go.
We may feel that our faith is too small and weak, but we can know that whatever faith we have is enough because it comes from God and is supported by Love’s infinite power to heal and bless.

Staff and rod 

The Bible Lesson with its strengthening and inspiring messages continued to accompany me, and every day it was my rod and my staff, leaving me well equipped.

Protected from wildfire 

A sense of peace and comfort came over me as I realized that God’s work is done. This indicated to me how unlikely it was that after creating all these “wondrous works,” God would later create forces that could destroy His “very good” creation. 
Christian Science just wasn’t resonating for this teen, but when things got really tough with friend and boyfriend problems and an injury on the job, she realized it did hold the answers she was looking for.
I began to wonder about the woman at work. Who was she really, in the true identity that was hidden from our view?

Feeling self-conscious? 

There was nothing this high school student could do about turning bright red every time she had to speak in front of her peers . . . or was there?

Embracing our communities in spiritual love 

I became more conscious of God’s almighty power correcting whatever is unjust in the world, including in education and government.
I was able to let go of my initial reaction. It felt so good to lose the anger, blame, and hurt and to embrace humility, trust, and Christlike love. 
It’s my hope that seekers everywhere can discover Christian Science and grow in the understanding of God’s healing power as I did.