It is apparent to the clear-sighted, that the so-called orthodox Church is cutting away the old barriers that so long have held it in bondage. Its advancing thought is heralding better things. It gains a new leverage on which to rise to the omnipotence of its faith; to the limitless possibilities of truth, as presented to this age.
The true Church of to-day is a "revised version" of the same grand old truth — old, yet ever new — no longer limited, but universal in its relation. This is a Church of Spiritual hospitality; open on the four sides toward humanity, and above toward God (Good). Its mission is to employ the power God already has given, and to show that Love is the fulfilling of the law. It is mother to all. It believes in a divinity that inspires to deeds more than to words. It begins with a protest; it ends with an affirmation. It protests against all error; it affirms only Truth. It rejects the old method, and demonstrates the efficacy of the new. The Church of to-day works with the understanding, rather than upon belief. It cannot charge sin and sickness to a distant Adam, nor vainly call for relief from a distant God. It goes forth to manifest the good, and to rescue man from moral darkness. It opens the door of opportunity for every fallen one whom society has trampled under foot. It seeks to give all a fair chance. It shields childhood and promotes old age through health, happiness, and harmony.
This is the Church of to-day, as represented in the now worldwide name —"Christian Science." It sows on the waiting fields of human thought, and the harvest, as it ripens, will ripen for God.
