I feel that it is my duty to write this testimony and express my thankfulness for the teachings of Christian Science.
Many years ago my doctor told me that if I did not have a very critical operation there was little chance of my living a fortnight. I very reluctantly gave in to his decision, and the operation was performed. To my dismay it gave me no relief; in fact, it intensified the pain and left me a complete wreck.
After trying various methods of treatment recommended to me by kind friends, to no avail, I became very despondent and fearful. At last Christian Science was brought to my notice. I immediately inquired if the Bible was used in the treatment, and was told that a book, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy, was always used in conjunction with the Bible. I then realized at once that this was the teaching I had long been looking for, since from early childhood I had been taught to revere the Bible and to regard it as a guide to true Christian living. I then sought out a Christian Science practitioner, who gave me loving counsel and help. The fear which seemed to surround me was greatly lessened at the first visit, and I gained a much brighter outlook on life. From that time onward, conditions which had appeared almost insurmountable gradually dwindled away, and I gained my freedom.
