In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

She'd considered committing suicide for months. Then one night she started thinking about escape instead. The switch set her free to live her life happily.

A game that made a difference

What might prayer and alphabet soup have in common? The ABC's, of course.

Is good to be expected?

In a word, yes! You can count on God's provision during even the toughest of times.

Take another look

From aggravation to appreciation—who would have guessed that a noisy group of skateboarders might set off such a progressive train of thought (and prayer)?

What I learned from the cows

Imagine big, fat cows cowering in the face of a little schnauzer barking on the far side of a big fence. Besides providing a good laugh, the scene led to inspiration and healing.

Because Life loves you

Is suicide ever really an answer? This author shows why it isn't and offers tender comfort and encouragement for those facing apparently hopeless conditions. But his message isn't only for those feeling desperate. It's gift of cheer—and a call to action—for all.

WANTED: A HOME THAT ALLOWS PETS

Recently I was involved in selling the house my husband and I had lived in for sixteen years.

"What do I do now, God?"

In the thirteen years since that move, my life has been full and rewarding, rich with opportunities and blessings I had never thought possible.

LOVE AND MATH

It had been a long week for my daughter.
A major paper was due, and she had no idea what to write. Panic set in at first. But then prayer took over, which paved the way to a very successful essay.

Can you choose whom to love?

Jesus urged loving one's neighbors—not only one's nice neighbors, but all one's neighbors. It's easier said than done. Yet as this author shows, the blessings that come from doing so are worth the effort.
What do gardening, prayer, and healing have to do with one another? In this case, everything!