Daniel's
experiences in the den of lions have held the interest of mankind for centuries; but when understood in the light which Christian Science sheds upon them, they are seen to be surcharged with possibilities for present day achievement and demonstration.
As
students of Christian Science we may well desire to gain as clear an insight as is possible into the character of the man who from among all others gained for himself that wondrous title, "The disciple whom Jesus loved.
How frequently the spirit of restful confidence finds expression in the psalmist's references to God as a "rock," as the immovable basis of faith, assurance, and joy! In all the exigencies of temptation and distress this fact is ever recognized as the one sure thing, the eternal refuge.
The statement, "The coroner has started an investigation," has for a long time accompanied the reports of death under Christian Science treatment, especially if the coroner is a medical doctor.
I was much interested in the letter from a contributor to the Post, who did not sign his name, in which he said it was strange that a congregation of intelligent people should be willing to listen to a Sunday service on the subject "Are Sin, Disease, and Death Real?
The statement is made in an article in your issue of July 16, that "Christian Scientists throughout the world will observe this day as the anniversary of the birth of Mary Baker Eddy.
Christian Science does not compel; it persuades truly, but only as it presents a reasonable explanation of God and man and unfolds God's plan of salvation from the ills and sins of the flesh.