Freedom of religious thought has developed a multitude of diverse interpretations of Scripture, cach vigorously supported by numbers of converts forming various sects, so that the sincere seeker after truth becomes bewildered by the many different and contrary influences brought to bear upon him.
What shall he believe? Believe the teachings of Christ, and nothing that is not in accordance with them. Candidly read the divine Word, uninfluenced by interpreters, and then seek that sect which accepts the Word in its purest sense without interpolation and lives most nearly in accord with it. Discover where the teachings of Christ are not only accepted theoretically, but applied practically.
In searching for the true church attention will be directed to the Church of Christ, called the denomination of Scientists. Are these any better than others? Have they found the right way, or a better way than others? Let us test and see for ourselves. No harm can come from candid investigation of the ideas of any sect which bases its claims on the word and promise of Christ Jesus; but there may be danger in judging them if we still remain Ignorant of their tenets. We are told in the New Testament to prove all things and hold fast that which is good.
