In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

THE incident of the healing of the demoniac child by Jesus, which is recorded by Matthew, Mark, and Luke, is one that attracts even more than the usual attention, because each writer testifies that the aid of the disciples had been requested previously, and that their efforts had not resulted in the healing of the case.

As a Little Child

THE beautiful meaning of the words spoken by our Master, "Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God," has been realized recently by the writer with the joy that ever accompanies true demonstration.

Seeking a Situation

ONE of the first things we learn in Christian Science in seeking a situation is, paradoxical as it may seem, not to seek one; that is to say, one particular situation.

The Profit of Labor

WE read in the Bible, "In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.

Competition

THE first approach to any subject is not always easy.

Intelligent Economy

MANKIND have agreed that there is only one source of wisdom, and they have accepted, at least in theory, the apostle James' advice, "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
["Look Not Behind Thee"—The Christian Science Monitor, Boston, U.

The Power of Truth

ONE of the most glorious promises in the Bible is that contained in Jesus' saying, "If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; and ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

"With new tongues"

RECENTLY at a Wednesday evening meeting of a branch church, very convincing testimonies of physical healing were given with a promptness, earnestness, and clearness that elicited favorable comment from a lady who was making her first visit to a Christian Science church.

"Riches and honour"

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE is a matter of demonstration.

Friendship

THOUGHTS of friendship and companionship begin early to occupy the minds of children; tiny children have a great affection for their pets and little playmates.

"Loss is gain"

IN the ordinary sense of the word, the expression "loss is gain" seems self-contradictory and even absurd.