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Because of who they were, the message they proclaimed, and their effect on the spiritual development of their world and ours, the prophets have been described both as "some of the most disturbing people who have ever lived" and as "the men whose inspiration brought the Bible into being—the men whose image is our refuge in distress, and whose voice and vision sustain our faith" (Abraham Heschel, The Prophets ) . Originally called "seers" ( I Sam.

One contributor said recently, "I've wished the Sentinel had more children's articles, and then it occurred to me that I should contribute one and not complain.

Writing to heal 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.

When I was elected Reader in a branch Church of Christ, Scientist, my first thought was, Now I'd better get ready for this important job! It is important. Each Sunday the Readers conduct the service, reading the Bible Lesson.

In some respects, service as a Reader in a Church of Christ, Scientist, begins even before being elected by the congregation. Since it's not a permanent post, but one shared over the years by many members of the congregation, there must be many members whose hearts are being prepared for future service, regardless of whoever may be reading at any particular time.

Does the passage of time wear out life? Does the individual stand helpless before the so-called ravages of time? These are questions not avoided in the teachings of Christian Science, but dealt with emphatically through spiritual explanation and demonstration. In the Bible it was said of Moses that in his one hundred and twentieth year, "His eye was not dim, nor his natural force abated.

A newspaper headline read, '"The Hardship of Sharing. " The discussion revolved around the economic reconstruction in eastern Germany.

Most people are familiar with the First Commandment, "Thou shalt have no other gods before me. " Ex.

The World Service of The Christian Science Monitor Responses to the broadcasts of religions programming Caldera, Chile I am writing from the Atacama Caldera Region in Chile, where I listen to your program El Heraldo de la Ciencia Cristiana in Spanish every Saturday and Sunday. I am sharing Christian Science with everyone who wants to listen.

Universities and colleges have a profound influence on world thought. As the president of a major university commented: "Universities shape citizens.