The study of Christian Science gives one a new basis from which to evaluate his accomplishments. It teaches one how he may improve his talents and make full use of his capacities by recognizing his true being as the son of God. Instead of depending upon mere human capabilities, one learns that the source of all good is God. Therefore one's ability and success are commensurate with his reliance upon God to supply all needs.
A businessman consulted a Christian Science practitioner; he was greatly disturbed because a promotion which he had assumed was coming to him had not materialized. It had been taken for granted by him and his fellow workers that he was the logical one to be given the position. This was the third time in his business experience that a place he had outlined for himself had not been given him, and he realized that he needed to correct his thinking.
After talking with him for a while, the practitioner saw that he had not really lost or been deprived of anything but the prestige which the new situation would have given him. He had a very fine position and received excellent remuneration. This had not been altered in any way. She asked him which he thought more important: how he stood with men or how he stood with God. His answer indicated that he was aware that his standing with God was the more important.
