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Here in my country, the Philippines, we are familiar with the expression "Mañana habit," which means "putting off for tomorrow what one can do today. " I also often hear the expression Bukas na lang, or "Let's do it tomorrow," from students and teachers.

Is it Spirit or matter that sustains man? The Bible's approach to this most important subject provides definite proof of the power of God to maintain man's strength and vigor. For instance, in the Old Testament the book of Isaiah proclaims, "They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

A life of self-respect is one that expresses what is pure and ennobling and is free from what is degrading and unworthy. Who does not long for such a life? Is it possible to attain? Christian Science answers an unequivocal yes.

Years ago, after learning of and coming to love Christian Science, I was given the opportunity of seeing God, Truth, prove to me an invaluable lesson. This occurrence took place in my garage just after six years of war in Europe, when things such as car batteries were not obtainable.

"As a drop of water is one with the ocean, a ray of light one with the sun, even so God and man, Father and son, are one in being. " Science and Health, p.

"I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved. " Gen.

The cross. What monumental significance this word has for Christians! But are we convinced of the relevance of the cross to our daily lives? Certainly Christ Jesus' crucifixion and glorious triumph over death and the grave were unique to his mission.

Several years ago we planted a willow tree in our backyard. As long as we pampered it with plenty of moisture, it thrived.

Nothing can prevent The First Church of Christ, Scientist, from accomplishing its divinely appointed purpose. It has been established by Mary Baker Eddy, acting under the impulsion of divine Mind, to represent in human experience the divine idea, Church, and to express the presence and power of God.

The Scriptures assert that God is Truth and has created all. Since Truth cannot be the creator of error, it follows that error, or evil, has neither reality nor power.