In appearing before an audience like this I am conscious of being in the presence of those who entertain divergent views and opinions concerning nearly every question that engages the attention of man.
It is probable that you, among yourselves, differ concerning politics, religion, and Christianity; concerning philosophy, economics, science, education, cause and effect, ways and means, and even what we call common sense
I am aware that a lecture on Christian Science attracts unto itself people who widely differ in opinions concerning this subject—what it is, what it means, and what it does
