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Putting on record insights into the practice of Christian Science.

"THE INCREASE OF HIS GOVERNMENT"

Nothing is more important to the world than the development of the power of Christ in human thought. For Christ is God's idea, revealing the kingdom of heaven, the reign of righteousness, in man.

GRATITUDE IS ESSENTIAL

THERE is something wonderful about a ride on a ferry, if you like ferry rides. But if you take the ferry only to get to the other side, you may miss the fun of the ride.

"I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST"

EVERY temptation that comes to one is a challenge to his ability. Measuring ability from human standpoints and material sense evidence, one might be convinced that he cannot do what he should, and hence he becomes afraid or resigned.

SEEDS OF TRUTH

EVERY farmer has the problem of protecting his seeds from the devouring birds. People are amused by the crazy scarecrows a farmer sometimes sets up in his fields to prevent birds from plundering the seeds.

CULTIVATING RECEPTIVITY

Referring to the perfect and unlimited nature of divine Love, Mrs. Eddy asks this pertinent question in Science and Health ( p.

WRITING FOR OUR PERIODICALS

Love for Truth, as it has been revealed in Christian Science, leads one to learn to communicate clearly the truths of this Science. And since Mrs.

THE PENETRATING LIGHT OF IDEAS

The more closely ideas are related to God, the more penetrating is their light. This has been proved in the spread of Christianity.

OVERCOMING MEDIOCRITY

AN article in The Christian Science Monitor tells of a young business executive who made a mistake that cost his company a million dollars. The article goes on to say that the executive was not fired but rather encouraged to continue because of the great promise the young man showed in developing new ideas.

"AN HONEST, WISE ZEAL"

IN their eager desire to express progress in Christian Science, some individuals have made a headlong dash forward and perhaps have stubbed their toes and fallen. Then with some patience and some lessons learned, they have recovered their equilibrium and have been able to demonstrate a sure sense of good in their experience.

MANY MANSIONS

CHRIST JESUS said to his disciples shortly before he left them for higher realms of thought than they were ready to attain ( John 14:1, 2 ): "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions.