Emerson has said, "One of the illusions is that the present hour is not the critical, decisive hour." In Christian Science we learn to withstand that illusion. We know that at this hour, or at any hour, we may be making a decision of importance to ourselves or to others.
Everyone upon recalling some occasion, has no doubt thought, "If I had recognized the implications, I would have given that choice proper attention." Or upon perceiving the good effect of something done, he may have thought, "I am thankful that I discerned the necessity to seek and follow divine direction."
In the Christian Science textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, directs our attention to the consequences of our choosing. She writes, "Your decisions will master you, whichever direction they take" (p. 392). The earnest injunction of Christ Jesus was to watch (see Mark 13:37).
