In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

First response

What's needed in response to emergencies varies from case to case. But prayer is always needed—first and foremost. Read how people have found this "first response" to be effective.

JOIN THE ROYAL GUARD

For thousands of years, national leaders have received protection from guards of one sort or another.

I had been trying to find fulfillment in another person, rather than in God.

A time to think differently

With the year 2000 well under way, many would have to admit that it looks a lot like 1999. Nevertheless, it's a time to think differently.

Forgiveness

English journalist and author of numerous books Michael Henderson shares with the Sentinel some insights on forgiveness.

Courage to fight crime

Sometimes fear of reprisal keeps people from reporting suspicious situations. Not so in this case, where a report led to an arrest—and to a return to normality in her neighborhood.

Ethnic jokes are no laughing matter

An awful lot of jokes come at others' expense. But is the damage they do worth the laugh they get? Read how this writer thought the question through.

No formulas in marriage

When it comes to choosing a marriage partner, where can you turn for answers?

Don't let the filters fool you

Using filters in photography can create interesting effects. When it comes to looking at life, though, getting rid of a murky perspective, or filter, makes for clear image—and quick healing.

BILL COSBY ON FATHERHOOD

"[E]ven though your kids may not be paying attention, you have to pay attention to them all the way.
The man who wrote this letter gave us permission to share it with our readers.

A role model for fatherhood

Dads come in all shapes and sizes—stay-at-home dads, deadbeat dads, workaholic dads, dream dads.... Whatever your impressions of your own or others' fathering, you'll likely find insights here that will sharpen your view of what it takes to do the job well.