About two and a half years ago Christian Science was presented to me. It found me a wreck in body and nearly so in mind. I had suffered more or less with stomach trouble for four years; I had taken medicines almost continually, but found no permanent relief. I continued to grow worse, until it was thought best to send me from home for treatment, as our family physician gave us little encouragement. I also suffered from catarrhal trouble and was deaf in one ear from the effects of it. I was sent to Guthrie, Okla., with the hope that I might get relief. Some of my friends have since told me that they never expected to see me again, when they bade me good-by. I had the help of one of the best physicians there for my stomach trouble, and a specialist for the catarrhal complaint. At first they seemed to relieve me somewhat, but only for a short time; then I grew worse again. A diagnosis of my case was made, and I was told that I had serious lung trouble.
After another medical experiment I resolved to try Christian Science. I had attended the church services twice, and the beautiful Lesson-Sermons had deeply impressed me. When I talked with some of the Scientists of my condition, they assured me there was help for me and that I could be made well, which I had ceased to expect. I was taken to the home of a Scientist for treatment. The misgivings, doubts, and anxieties of the first three days were torture indeed. I felt that this was my last chance for life, and if it failed I was indeed lost. My mental state was if possible even more deplorable than the physical; but man's extremity is truly God's opportunity, and I was transformed by the renewing of my mind. After ten days' treatment I returned home, and was treated a little longer, with most satisfying results. To-day I am free; the stomach and catarrhal troubles are all gone, and the deafness is disappearing. After wearing glasses for ten years my sight has been restored, and I have not worn glasses for fifteen months.
We have had many proofs of divine Love in our home life, for which I am truly grateful. In place of discord, love and harmony reign supreme. The Bible is now a new book to us, read in the light of Divine Science, as taught by our beloved Leader, Mrs. Eddy. I cannot find words to express my gratitude to her for this wonderful healing and uplifting truth, which ever leads my awakening thought to the fountain of Life, Truth, and Love that never fails. — Pond Creek, Okla.
