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In the degree that we believe the universe, including man, is controlled by two opposing causes, one material and the other spiritual, we are adopting the world's theory of dualism and subjecting ourselves to dispositional faults, inconsistencies, and limitations. Wrong notions about personality or individuality, originating in false education and its beliefs of heredity, environment, and circumstance, narrow the lives of men and women by hiding from them their spiritual identities and capabilities as children of God.

Challenging questions presenting themselves to the peoples of the world today are those of spiritual and economic welfare. In the Science of Christ, Truth, there are satisfying answers to these questions, answers individual and collective, which destroy human fear and lead to prosperity.

When the Pharisees asked Christ Jesus when the kingdom of God would come, the Master replied ( Luke 17:20, 21 ), "The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: neither shall they say, Lo here! or, lo there! for, behold, the kingdom of God is within you. " The kingdom of God within us! What a challenging and joyous outlook—harmony, joy, health, supply—all that is truly good, available and demonstrable now within our own consciousness! Jesus often referred to the kingdom of God.

When the science of numbers is conscientiously studied and sound methods of applying its rules are used, the right answer to a problem in mathematics is inevitable. There may be mistakes made in the process, and there may be considerable time spent in correcting the mistakes, but the worker need never accept frustration.

" Give , and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom" ( Luke 6:38 ). These are the words of Christ Jesus to his disciples.

In the Bible we find references to the signs and wonders wrought by men through the power of God. Moses was able to demonstrate protection for the children of Israel during their flight from Egypt and to provide food and water for them in the wilderness and in Horeb.

Through the years men have believed in the fulfillment of divine prophecy. They have been willing to accept as true the prediction of a Messiah as foretold by the prophet Isaiah ( 9:6 ), "Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

Jesus must have foreseen the troublous times that we seem to be passing through and also the signs which indicate the coming of the Prince of Peace and the reign of righteousness on earth when he said ( Luke 21:28 ), "When these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. " How grateful we are that Christian Science is here to awaken mankind to the glorious fact that God and His universe, including man, are indestructible and eternal.

" Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live," writes the prophet Isaiah ( 55:3 ). During many centuries men have been inspired, through the spiritual teachings of the Bible, to draw near to God, to seek His guidance, to listen for His voice.

Humanity properly appreciates and honors many individuals who have contributed to the advancement of civilization by their unselfish heroism. The holy heroism of Christ Jesus comes within this category, but with certain important distinctions.