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Writing to heal

A rejection? or an invitation to write again?

From the May 1997 issue of The Christian Science Journal


Getting out the message of Christianity challenges each new generation of the followers of Christ Jesus. Our works— the living of the message—reach out to those looking for answers. But along with the works come necessary words—words that recount, introduce, explore, expound, explain, and put on record the power of Truth in our lives.

Today when we hear the call "preach the gospel to every creature," how do we respond? This column offers perspectives from a variety of individuals who have responded by writing. Yet the column isn't so much about writing as it is about the healing activity of making the Word of God known and felt.

Consider carefully for a moment that letter telling you that your article for one of the Christian Science periodicals hasn't been accepted for editing. Why shouldn't it spur you to keep on writing? Why not indeed! An author is inspired to write because he has something to communicate. For instance, he has glimpsed a spiritual truth, a healing light, which he wishes to share in a bid to bring relief to suffering humanity. Such impulsion is in keeping with the master Christian's demand "Freely ye have received, freely give."Matt. 10:8

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