When I was growing up, my family’s observance of Easter included attending church services that focused on rituals symbolizing the crucifixion of Christ Jesus. To me, it seemed as if the crucifixion was the main event of Jesus’ career instead of his resurrection from the grave three days later.
Playing baseball was his dream. So when an injury and residual fear threatened to derail him, this college player turned to his understanding of God for help.
She’d been looking forward to a fun weekend with friends she didn’t see very often. But when this teen started dealing with a painful issue with her foot, she knew she needed a solution—fast. That’s why she turned to prayer.
Like many high school students, this author was stressed about her upcoming standardized test. Then she realized she could rely on what she’d learned in Christian Science Sunday School to prepare—without the anxiety.
When her best friend ditched her, this teen struggled with negative memories about eighth grade and even thought of her former friend as an enemy. Would she have to feel that way for the rest of her life?