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Exploring in depth what Christian Science is and how it heals.

The ‘science’ of Christian Science

In 1875 when Mary Baker Eddy first set down Christian Science in Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, she expounded on its divine Principle and law. This exposition makes it clear to me that her discovery had the nature of a science.

It’s not about the intellect

For many years, I’d incorrectly thought of my practice of Christian Science as a kind of “machine” that I could turn on to crank out healings. I believed that if I read enough about Christian Science or prayed hard enough, my problems would be solved.

Christian ‘trail adopters’

As avid hikers know, bushwhacking means making your way through thick woods without a trail. It’s tough going.

Christian Science ‘practitioner-journalists’

The Christian Science Monitor   is no ordinary newspaper. Mary Baker Eddy started it, not just to publish the news of human events, but to bless humanity.

Invitation to ascend

The night before a pivotal project is due, a job applicant heeds the call to put God first.

Prayer and preventive care

A deep understanding of God and our spiritual nature, coupled with regular prayer, is a dependable, metaphysical form of preventive care.

No sting in God’s creatures

What does it mean to have dominion “over every creeping thing”?

Our experiences of God’s care

Recognizing and giving gratitude for the many times God’s grace has manifested itself in our lives can reassure us that healing is always possible.

Healing service

A First Reader feels the healing touch of the Christ.

God’s course correction

A wrong turn at a metropolitan airport prompts gratitude for God’s  spiritual “navigational system.”