Many of the events which take place in human experience do not seem progressive or helpful. Therefore it is important to understand the difference, which Christian Science reveals, between the changing universe of material sense and the unchanging universe of Spirit, God.
Through the study of this Science, with its vital approach to daily living, the concept of a material universe is constantly exchanged for an understanding and true appreciation of God's spiritual universe. This spiritualization of human thought is inevitably accompanied by a change for the better in one's outward circumstances, evidenced in regeneration, healing, happiness, and holiness.
To material sense the universe is made up of energy and mindless matter, resulting in a mortal belief of life in matter. Accepting this concept as real, materialistic thinking also accepts sin, disease, decay, and death as realities. To those in need of moral or physical healing, such a concept is of little comfort. But when one gains an understanding of Christian Science this illusion of the physical senses is broken, for Science reveals God's universe, including man, His image and likeness, as the only reality, harmonious and immortal.
