Testimonies of Healing
I had been out of health for two years, and the last six months steadily under physicians' care. One doctor told me I had catarrh, and was threatened with consumption; another that it was nervousness, and a weak spine.
I would like to give my testimony as to what Christian Science has done for me vocally. Previous to my cure by and study of the Science, I was greatly troubled with sore throat which so affected the vocal organs that for weeks at a time I could not sing.
"I was converted last September by reading the sermons of the Rev. Sam Jones, after being a doubter and unbeliever for over thirty years.
In the early month of June my husband attracted my attention to a grape-vine whose leaves, as well as the young clusters of grapes, had turned yellow. "I fear too much water has been poured on its roots and killed it," said he.
Dear Journal :—I was healed through Christian Science last August, in Omaha, when very low,—as low as I could be and live. Was treated Sunday afternoon, and the same night got up and walked.
Two years ago, I was in a wretched state in many ways, indigestion, dyspepsia, liver trouble, and many other beliefs. I had treatment from "M.
Having been an invalid from March, 1887, to September, 1888, suffering from numerous man-made laws, I was on the verge of despair; when a friend, in calling, mentioned the case of a young lady cured by Christian Science treatment, and asked why I did not try it. My husband began at once to make inquiries and, receiving favorable reports, a Scientist was called.
I have never taken a course of lectures, but have demonstrated quite a good deal with the best results. One of my first demonstrations was that of a little boy, three years old, with a belief of brain fever, and given up by three physicians.
Beloved Teacher: — I have for some days felt a great desire to write you, to let you know of our progress Spiritward, in this part of the vineyard. We realize more and more each day how much you have done for us individually, and for all humanity, in bringing this realization of Truth to our consciousness.
My first knowledge of Christian Science came about two years ago, through a friend who was healed by the treatment. She explained the truths to me whenever we met, and I gladly listened, as I had for years been a sufferer.