Web Originals

Thousands of silken white 
petals dress my star magnolia, 
despite the frigid outdoor air. 
Resilient blossoms …
At the airport, this teen was faced with flight delays, cancellations, and angry fellow passengers. But how could turning to God help in a situation like this?
On a road trip, this author had a thought out of the blue that she needed to slow down, even though she was going the speed limit! But when she did, she learned an important lesson about the power of following God’s guidance. 

Thy way is my way

Not my will but
   God’s be done.
All head and heart
   to Thee be won.

Not personal view, but
   good be seen,
Ever toward …
This high school graduate had no idea what his future held, but studying Christian Science opened more doors than he could have imagined.
God is the only power, so I reasoned that divine Love was the only real influence on me, my colleagues, and my clients.

I am a listener

I am not a poet—
one who lets words
   decorate the page
      like dewdrops …

Feeling disappointed?

Getting sent home from a sailing trip was the last thing this high school student wanted. But as she prayed, she discovered that maybe disappointment wasn’t the only outcome; maybe there was an even bigger blessing for her.
After a rough time in her life, this author thought she’d find so much more happiness if she stopped practicing Christian Science and joined “the real world.” But did she?

How can I deal with competition?

Whatever you’re competing for, it can feel like there’s not enough of the good stuff to go around, and you might be the one who’s left out. But a spiritual perspective can help you—just like it helped this author learn to enjoy law school without feeling the pressures of competition.

The prayer that heals

Prayer is not a filibuster
   nor a function of time. 
It is gaining that precious
   peace of mind,
where …
Embracing quiet moments is not about neglecting our responsibilities, but about deepening our awareness of life’s source and substance, divine Life.