In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

A NATURAL JOY

TRACI FENTON

IT CAN BE ALL TOO EASY to look to others to validate who we are.

DEBRA CHEW

I BEGAN ADVERTISING IN THE LOCAL PHONE BOOK AS A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PRACTITIONER, SINCE I WAS STILL AT MY CORPORATE JOB DURING THE DAY.

BY KIM SHIPPEY

Composer and pianist Peter Allen talks about his new CD Onward, which he recorded with the Warsaw Philharmonic in Poland.

Excerpts from an online discussion at tmcyouth.com.

BY ROSALIE E. DUNBAR, NEWS EDITOR

As China enters the global scene in a bigger way than ever before, collective prayer is vital to supporting the progress of this world neighbor.

BY NATALIE AIDE

A young woman turns to God for guidance in one of the most important life-decisions, and finds an unexpected answer.

BY JAMES SPENCER

It's the ultimate treasure hunt—the search for God and the liberating effect of spiritual discovery.

MELANIE WAHLBERG

I've FOUND THAT PRAYER HELPS ME TAP INTO A RELIABLE, SPIRITUAL SOURCE OF JOY THAT DOESN'T DEPEND ON THE ACTIONS OR ATTITUDES OF MY KIDS.

Lora Walker

A girl called Lora prays when she feels afraid — and finds healing.

EDMONDE ST. JOHN

A grandmother shares spiritual insights she's gained through observing her young grandson's first milestones.

BY MARGRET ULLRICH

A newfound understanding of our spiritual nature as God's reflection brings healing and inspiration.

BY LOIS R. MARQUARDT

When she prays to be free from comparing herself with others, this woman gains a whole new perspective on her spiritual identity.