That
many of the favorite passages of Scripture are capable of much clearer statement and purer interpretation than that given by the English text, was very forcibly brought to the writer's attention some weeks ago.
The
thought has been expressed by some prejudiced persons, that Christian Science is intended only for the rich, and that the poor have no place in its churches.
If
we were all faithful in the absolute meaning of the word,—faith-full,—there would be no room for improvement, for we should have attained unto perfection.
A short
time ago some friends who were just beginning to feel interested in the study of Christian Science, said that they liked the service, but they felt antagonized every time the "explanatory note" was read before the Lesson-Sermon was entered upon.
The minister who seeks to advance truth by attacking the beliefs of others is as far behind in his profession as the old teacher of the three R's who sought to overcome natural mental defects by a liberal use of the beech rod.
