In attempting to prove that the distinction made by Christian Science between Jesus and Christ is at variance with Bible teaching, the critic shows that he fails to perceive Mrs.
The Century Dictionary devotes more than a column to the definition of the word "Christian," and I will therefore give only brief extracts therefrom as follows: "Pertaining to or derived from Christ or his teachings;" "Having adopted or believing in the religion of Christ;" "In accord with or exhibiting the spirit of the teachings of Christ;" "A believer in and follower of Jesus Christ;" "Specifically, one who possesses the spiritual character proper to a follower of Christ; one who exemplifies in his life the teachings of Christ.
NOT
to proclaim but to do; not to relate but to meditate; not to perceive greatness but to aspire to goodness; not to seek fame but a better faith; not to assume anything but to hope all things—this is the humble spirit that gaineth all things.
CHRISTIAN SCIENTISTS,
when they awaken to the necessity of giving for the support of the Cause of which they are beneficiaries, find that the adoption of the early custom of tithing is a systematic way to begin.
A MAJORITY
of the greatest thinkers this world has produced—astronomers, scientists, and philosophers, whose utterances are regarded as authoritative—have acknowledged the necessity for a creative and governing principle in the universe.
THE
19th Psalm was learnt by the writer in early childhood, and in later days she had often pondered over the statements in verses seven to nine, and tried without much success to understand the distinctions involved.
