Exploring in depth what Christian Science is and how it heals.
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A Christian Science Sunday School teacher once pointed out to our class of young teens that Jesus never instructed his followers, “Worship me. ” Rather, he counseled them, “Follow me” and “Heal the sick” ( Matthew 4:19; 10:8 ).
To learn what brings about healings and to understand divine Science, it’s important to go to the books—the Bible, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, and Mary Baker Eddy’s other writings. We shouldn’t look to other people’s testimonies for guides or formulas for how we should pray.
Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, uses an interesting term— alterative —to describe divine Truth, with its healing effect on human minds and bodies. In the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, she writes, “Truth is an alterative in the entire system, and can make it ‘every whit whole’ ” ( p.
Christian Scientists don’t treat others metaphysically without their consent, but we can still pray generally to see the truth about God and all of His creation.
When a relative stays at a Christian Science nursing facility, she finds quick healing.
This article explores Mary and Martha, and their relevance to Christian Science nursing. Each had specific spiritual qualities that are essential, as well as a willingness to honor Christ.
The reality of the kingdom of heaven that Jesus told us about is not far off; it’s as close as our own hearts as they yearn for God.
Mental housecleaning requires diligence, as well as repeatedly and humbly turning to God until we are confident of the dominion of Love in any situation. In this way, we’ll walk over the waves of turmoil and gain peace.
Christian Science Reading Rooms offer a beautiful antidote to the daily distractions that confront us. Within this space, one can realize the peace we all need to thrive.
Recently when I was serving in my local Christian Science Reading Room, I was unenthusiastically working on a task that needed to be completed that day. And there was an additional task I knew I should do, but that I could put off.