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" THERE is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death" ( Rom.

THE dignity which remains loving in the face of the world's hatred and misunderstanding, peaceful amid turbulent trials, orderly when confusion would hold sway, and happy and free in the midst of sorrow, is that dignity of Soul which characterized the life and conversation of our Leader, Mary Baker Eddy. The student of Christian Science who understands the true nature of this quality cultivates and utilizes it in his daily life.

AT the beginning of one's experience in the study of Christian Science, the truths of God and His creation are not always quickly grasped. Almost immediately, however, the student has a solid conviction that he has found the truth.

TO trace the development of Church in human consciousness is to recognize the progressive unfoldment of the idea of Church in the thoughts of individuals. Certain early Biblical characters will serve to illustrate these definite states of thought.

A KITTEN seeing its reflection in a polished surface attempts to play with the advancing and retreating image. Observing these antics, one realizes that the kitten takes for objective reality its own playful reflection.

THERE is timely significance in these words from a familiar poem by Mary Baker Eddy ( Poems, p. 12 ): "I kiss the cross, and wake to know A world more bright.

WHEN Isaiah with prophetic vision foresaw and then foretold the coming of "The Prince of Peace," he put into one graphic phrase the hopes of untold thousands. Peace in his time seemed far away.

READJUSTMENT may be a joyous and profitable experience. It surely will be if viewed from the standpoint of Christian Science, for then it is recognized as an opportunity to glorify God and grow in spiritual understanding.

A FAITHFUL study and application of Christian Science bestows upon the student spiritual understanding, which reveals the true nature of man's individuality. It is upon the Christianly scientific understanding of man's spiritual being as the expression of Spirit, God, that the student successfully demonstrates the healing and regenerating truths of Christian Science.

Realizing that his students needed much encouragement, instruction, and guidance in order to be able to follow his example, the master Christian, Christ Jesus, by his tender persuasion and loving promises always gave them fresh inspiration. Emphasizing the value of perseverance and steadfastness in learning and practicing what he taught, he said ( John 8:31, 32 ), "If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; and ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.