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It has been said that the person proud of his large intellect is like the condemned man proud of his large cell. To some degree this can be said of any attribute, including power, considered apart from its spiritual source.

Most Christian Scientists know the words with which Mrs. Eddy describes the mission of The Christian Science Monitor : "The object of the Monitor is to injure no man, but to bless all mankind.

In connection with Christian Science the word "revolution" takes on a special meaning. It implies something quite different from mere overthrow of one system of laws or practices for another.

The office of Reader in our churches must be approached from a metaphysical basis. The work needs to be lifted above the human sense of the task to its divine essence.

"You haven't lived unless you've done that. " We're often told that we're missing something important in life.

During a recent hurricane along the eastern seaboard of the United States, certain trees withstood the fierce storm, while others were uprooted. Many evergreens succumbed to the raging winds, but most sycamores were left standing.

In response to a question about meekness and humility, I found it difficult to cite anything in the Bible that would indicate that God Himself is meek or humble. But clearly these are good Christian qualities, even essential qualities in working out our salvation.

If you are feeling deprived of something—whether a job, money, housing, love, family, health, sympathy—then hear this: God cannot be deprived of manifesting His care for you. On the contrary, divine Love has provided you with unlimited spiritual good of every kind, for in reality you are God's expression.

When life seems particularly full and happy, we may want it to last forever. No parting, no change should mar such completeness, we unconsciously believe.

"No, thanks. I've had enough.