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The authority with which Christ Jesus represented himself as the Son of God enraged his opponents. Jesus, seeking to open their understanding, said, "If I honour myself, my honour is nothing: it is my Father that honoureth me; of whom ye say, that he is your God" ( John 8:54 ).

Christianity came into being and was established in countries where many systems of religion, philosophy, and mysticism were practiced. The proponents of these theories opposed Christ Jesus and his followers on every side.

Every activity of the Christian Science movement is based upon the example and teachings of Christ Jesus. Mary Baker Eddy established her Church upon the Rock, Christ; hence spiritual baptism in the light of Jesus' teachings is fundamental in the lives of Christian Scientists.

The Gospel records reveal little of the early life of Christ Jesus. Luke's few words include these ( 2:40 ): "The child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

Over a period of many years a devout student of Christian Science noticed that at public gatherings in the United States, especially those connected with the public schools, the audience was often asked to rise and give the pledge of allegiance to the flag. One day while reading "No and Yes" by Mrs.

In a familiar Bible scene Christ Jesus questioned his disciples to see if they recognized his true identity, his true nature. When Jesus asked ( Matt.

In Miscellany, Mrs. Eddy speaks of the Church of Christ, Scientist, as "the mouthpiece of Christian Science.

Experience seems to favor the common bantering comment that the resolutions people customarily make around the beginning of a new year, and even at crucial times of their lives, are made only to be broken. Similar criticism is sometimes applied to the decisions of the governments of communities and nations.

Today , as throughout all time, one of the greatest quests of good men and women everywhere is for better and surer ways to alleviate suffering. Millions are being spent on research.

When Shakespeare gave Hamlet the line, "The readiness is all," he must have grasped the relative unimportance of the time factor in any delayed action. Getting ready for any conduct may be slow or fast in time; but achievement matures in proportion to receptivity.