In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

A Solemn Promise

If we had to choose a single directive to explain what Christianity stands for, Paul's admonition to the Philippians would serve very well: "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.
What is human need?

Signs of the Times

The Reverend John Oyer in the Daily Gazette Rocky Ford, Colorado

Which Picture Is Real?

A while ago the writer saw a motion picture of a small plane crossing the Alps.

Diamonds in the Wilderness

"Wilderness trips are great," thought Karen wearily, "but they can sure be rugged too!" She and her friend Jan shouldered the heavy canoe for another portage, the third one that day.
Youth today, the world over, is in rebellion.
When decisions important for one's future are being made, when promotions are being considered in business or grades are being figured out in school, one often wonders what is happening, what is going on.

Break the Spell!

Deep in the Haitian jungle a small party of travelers were huddled in a hut.

Signs of the Times

Bishop Almir Dos Santos of Brazil at a Bible Society Conference in Oaxtepec, Mexico

Are You Wearing a Mask?

Halloween masks are fun.
How absurd it would be to attempt by physical means to relax the rigid muscles of one having a bad dream! In such a case would a physician resort massage, to drugs, or, in an extreme case, to amputation?

Overcoming Criticism

In his age, Christ Jesus denounced some of the religious practices of the people of his day because they were so unkind, binding the people to customs that were unjust and ungodlike.