To
grow more spiritually wise is to grow more discriminating, more scientific in our thought, and one of the most fundamentally corrective and broadly illuminating contributions made by Christian Science to the truth seeker is its new and provably true definition of nature, of God's universe, and of life.
All
civilized peoples as well as individuals undoubtedly desire progress, but few are willing to pay the price it demands in the way of tireless effort and unshrinking self-sacrifice.
People
who begin their acquaintance with Christian Science by attending the church services, are usually impressed first with their simplicity and dignity.
In
the fourth chapter of Luke's gospel we read of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, his complete victory over the world, the flesh, and evil, then his entry upon his earthly ministry.
From
time to time we have given space, particularly in the Sentinel, to articles dealing with practical experiences in teaching in the Sunday school, for the reason that the many letters received at headquarters, requesting information as to the right way to carry on the work of the Sunday school, indicate that the subject is of wide-spread interest.
The
recent organization by a body of people who, as they aver, are moved by "a common quest after an order of society in accordance with the Mind of Christ," will prove a matter of great interest to all humanitarians, and to Christian people in general.
It
is deeply interesting to trace in the Scriptures the awakening of mortals to a recognition of the greatness and goodness of God, and the expressed desire to exalt His holy name.
Most
Christian people have read Paul's statement that "the word of God is quick, and powerful," but very few, apart from those who accept the teachings of Christian Science, think of applying in a practical way the truth therein expressed.
The
fact that so many persons have become Christian Scientists because they have been healed of disease through the ministration of those who practise Mrs.
