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From the July 1919 issue of The Christian Science Journal


Words are inadequate to tell all that Christian Science has done for me. I had known of this religion for many years, but not until I was in a condition where everything looked hopeless and I was suffering from extreme nervousness and sleeplessness, did the thought come to me to have treatment. I had tried everything I knew of in a material way without getting relief, but I began to get better right away after going to a Christian Science practitioner. I was so hungry for the truth that I read all the literature I could get. I read Science and Health through seven times, and studied it a great deal besides. For years now I have not had a sleepless night, and I eat with enjoyment any food that is on the table, although formerly I was a slave to fear. Whereas I could only walk a very short distance, now I can walk miles without noticing it; indeed, I have scarcely known what fatigue is for years. Before I began the study of this healing truth I could not do anything,—sewing, fancy work, reading, or any kind of housework. I have also been healed of cracks in my thumb, toothache, chapped hands, a sprain from a fall, and other ills.

Some of our hymns have been pillars of strength, and the singing of them often helps me in making my demonstrations. I always loved and studied the Bible, but how grateful I am that its truths are really being unlocked for me by "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures." My earnest prayer is that I may be a channel of help for others. I shall strive to live in accordance with our dear Leader's teaching (Science and Health, p. 183), "Divine Mind rightly demands man's entire obedience, affection, and strength."—

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