In various forms of human endeavor we find the association of time and practice, as being equally necessary concomitants for attaining desirable results. In fact, a common attitude toward the achievement of success is often expressed by these well-known phrases: "Give them time," and, "Practice makes perfect." Therefore it is interesting to the student of Christian Science to determine how much of either ingredient is required in the demonstration of Truth.
The need for consecrated, neverceasing practice of the laws of God, as set forth in the Bible and explained in our textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy, is readily apparent, and any failure to demonstrate them can be traced to lack of understanding and application of these laws. Practice does, indeed, help us to prove the reality of perfection, and the proverb is often a very useful reminder along the way.
Time, however, appears in a different guise when examined in the light of Christian Science. While the experiences that further our progress in righteousness may encompass years, and while with humble gratitude we realize that throughout eternity spiritual unfoldment will continue, we soon learn that mortal thinking has attributed to time a power it does not possess.
