If we define matter metaphysically as the object of thought, we might say that a healing occurs when an improved thought turns inflamed, painful, disordered matter into healthy matter.
If we're newly interested in Christian Science, we might almost be discouraged when we read of the healings and demonstrations of those longer established in the study of this revelation—and we may think to ourselves, "It will take a long time before I reach those heights!" But because of the omnipotence of Truth, even a glimpse of Truth can begin now to bring healing.
Present-day interest in the occult and the considerable publicity now being given to methods that claim to enable one to influence others through mental control sound a warning that should not be ignored.
Many experts believe that the world today is threatened by a population explosion that could end in the disaster of malnutrition and starvation for millions of people.