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Spiritual Short

Big ideas in small packages

It’s about healing, not the numbers

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.

A prophet’s priority

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.

Maintain a healthy attitude

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.

I heard Christ speaking

“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.

Shine!

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.

A shift in how I prayed brought healing

The words we choose when praying might be significant. Silent words can indicate our heart’s desire.

The generous reality

Mary Baker Eddy’s Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures asks, then answers: “What is the scientific statement of being?” ( p. 468 ).

Out and about—with prayer

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.

Standing up for yourself

“You know, you don’t have to do that. You can say ‘no.

The office of spiritual healing

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.

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