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The willingness to be redeemed is the price of entering the kingdom of heaven. A definition of this kingdom may be found in "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy ( p.

In her book "Miscellaneous Writings" Mary Baker Eddy gives this imperative instruction concerning the practice of Christian Science ( p. 334 ): "You must find error to be nothing: then, and only then, do you handle it in Science.

Members of branch Churches of Christ, Scientist, who share in the active conduct of church affairs, find a deep satisfaction in carrying out their various duties. In addition to the basic support which they give through their prayers for and attendance at church services, lectures, and business meetings, members discover that broader avenues for contribution to church activity open up with opportunities for Sunday School teaching, or service on committees or on the executive board.

It is amazing to contemplate that every day, every hour, a continuous flow of conversation is being poured into the ears of countless listeners. Some of the words spoken convey constructive ideas, but too often the preponderance of the conversation is in the negative.

We all need to understand what true law is, since through this understanding we gain dominion over every phase of daily life. Unless we do understand spiritual law and practice it effectively, we tend to live in a vacuum, not knowing what we are, where we are, or whither we are going.

God is good and God is All. Therefore, all is good.

A Biblical text frequently quoted by students of Christian Science is from the first chapter of Genesis. As a glorious culmination of an ascending record of spiritual creation the text states (verse 27), "God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him.

" Dignity of presence"—what a picture of refinement Francis Bacon's words evoke. The individual whose temperament is marked by graciousness, poise, and tranquillity is said to possess presence.

Appreciation of the present moment is highly important. Though fleeting in its brevity, this moment serves to link the future with the past.

It is recorded in the New Testament that those who listened to the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth were astonished at his wisdom, which transcended that of the scribes and chief priests of that time. In many instances Christ Jesus must have overcome his listeners' indifference and antagonism with the supreme confidence in and persuasion of his message.