Article September 1, 2013

Familiar talk on Christian Science

M. B.

Originally published in the February 15, 1890 issue of the Christian Science Series (Vol. 1, No. 20)

The subject of Christian Science is fairly before the people, and is being investigated and tested in every conceivable way. All new ideas and theories must necessarily pass through the same process. Through this ordeal their claim to general acceptance, and their right to remain,— if such they have — is established. "Is it reasonable?" "Has it accomplished anything?" "Does it meet a general need?" These are among the queries that greet any proposed "new departure."

As to Christian Science, we know that all these questions can be answered affirmatively. Scientists are ready to give a reason for the faith that is in them; to tell them what has been done by it, and what may be expected from it.

Ruskin says : "It is the strength of Divinity which we have to recognize in all mighty things." This is just what, formerly, we seemed never to recognize; but to think, instead, that we personally were to do great things by dint of individual effort and determination. One can accomplish nothing of value in that way; but must rather lose. Step by step men grow away from the grosser elements; learn to take cognizance of the greater power of the silent Unseen.

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