Religion often gets a bad rap for being “judgmental.” But this author offers a different take on what Christian Science is all about.

Severe depression, beginning in his teen years, prompted this author to doubt God’s existence. But Christian Science rescued him from his doubt—and from the overwhelming feelings of sadness and loneliness.

One teen shares just a few of the many reasons why he’s a Christian Scientist, including the way it’s helped him in sports, in finding direction and purpose, and how it’s brought healing to all areas of his life.

When a first date took her to the Christian Science Sunday School, she didn’t know what to expect. What she found was the truth—and it changed her life.

For this author, being a Christian Scientist isn’t about “applying” Christian Science to problems in his life, but about knowing and understanding God better and living in a way that consistently proves that understanding.