In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

NEVER OUT OF GOD'S PROTECTION

During the time my mother was in the hospital, and later when my father also became ill—both having passed on within months of each other—I don't remember ever feeling traumatized or devastated, even though I loved them very much.

Getting ready for Mark

The prayer of one concerned world citizen sets an orphaned boy on a homeward journey, and touches the lives of many people along his path.

A whole new horizon

For the author, the path out of drug addiction, criminal charges, and personal grief pointed toward looking beyond her problems and loving others.

Life–transforming JOURNEYS

Since our Creator is the very Truth of our being, there is no other ultimate destination for anyone.

WHAT CHRISTMAS MEANS TO ME

Thoughts on the season from the founder of the Sentinel.

CHRISTMAS DAWNS—fresh light on the season

Twelve people share experiences that brought views of the true meaning of Christmas into their lives.

A child's reach

A woman discovers the secret to regaining the purity and innocence of childhood.

Poetry of our love

The only present a husband and wife exchange at Christmas: a poem written for each other.

A mighty joy

This is an excellent season to "make a joyful noise unto the Lord."

Holiday bounty

Prayer and trust in God are more than enough to take care of our needs.

'One lone, brave star'

The star of Bethlehem shines on our lives with the same power it did centuries ago. No cloud can obscure this Christmas light.

Want to be a star athlete?

If you were a college coach or an NFL recruiter, and you heard about someone who could pass through angry mobs without interference; who could get through blocks as opaque and unyielding as a wall; and whose 40-yard sprint time was zero seconds—wouldn't you be interested in having this guy on your team?