Big ideas in small packages
Spiritual Short
Christ Jesus’ ministry started with only a few disciples, but this work brought about profound healing. Centuries after, creed and dogma seemed to hide Christian healing, but Christ’s teachings were not forever silenced.
It has been said that every problem is a vision problem. I am learning that the quality of one’s vision depends on how spiritual it is.
Many years ago, when I first became a student of Christian Science, I spent many hours studying the Bible and the writings of Mary Baker Eddy, listening for God’s guidance. Once as I was deep in study, though, I felt suddenly unwell.
“Somewhere, sometime, somehow, I will learn to be more Christlike. ” That was always my deepest wish over the years as I grew up in Christian Science.
As a young mother, I often turned to a local Christian Science practitioner for help. We called her “Grandma Helen” because she was like family.
The words we choose when praying might be significant. Silent words can indicate our heart’s desire.
Mary Baker Eddy’s Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures asks, then answers: “What is the scientific statement of being?” ( p. 468 ).
Almost every time I drive by our local schools, I ask God for inspiration on praying for their students and staff. Sometimes I take one synonym for God and think about the qualities that especially relate and how they are present for everyone in the school.
“You know, you don’t have to do that. You can say ‘no.
One day while walking through my town, this thought came to mind: “You need an office!” What a grand idea, and how lovely to have an office specifically designated for the Christian Science practice. For a few days I ruminated on the idea, and I began looking at spaces downtown.