with contributions from Arthur T. Hadley, Francis G. Peabody
In the light of twenty centuries of Christian teaching; in a more general recognition of brotherhood; in the kindlier spirit introduced through the progress of a higher civilization, it is inconceivable that Christian nations should believe war to be justifiable under any condition.
Physicians admit unreservedly that Christian Science is the only successful treatment in combating maladies which have their seat in the brain, for no medicine can alleviate imaginary pain.
There may be cranks among these Scientists, as in every religious sect, but it is by no means made up of cranks, for some of the most prominent people in the city are devout worshipers and are regular attendants at both the midweek and the Sunday meetings.
UNQUESTIONABLY
the greatest theme presented in the sacred writings is that of love, but closely allied to this is the thought of obedience; indeed, the one without the other is impossible of manifestation.
THOSE
who have advanced the theory that evil is "undeveloped good," or that it is "good in the making," have not enlightened us as to the probable time required to complete the process.
THOSE
investigating Christian Science sometimes ask whether the application of its teaching to business and finance, which are material, is not making an improper or selfish use of its sacred law.
Let us not believe that God exhausted Himself in that primal time, but rather that He is as near us as to Aaron and Joshua, Isaiah, Jeremiah, or the twelve.
