Editorials

The world is beginning to sense the power of thought, and this tempts unscrupulous individuals to use that power intrusively in an attempt to influence the thinking and actions of others. The ethical standards of Christian Science forbid such intrusion, and the followers of this religion are careful not to trespass mentally upon others.

There was a time, of course, when Mrs. Eddy was the only Christian Scientist in the world.

Man , made in the image and likeness of God, is spiritually free. His Life is divine Love.

It is obvious that if sickness is to be destroyed, it must be understood. Christian Science explains sickness as wholly mental.

ONE who had never seen or heard of a kumquat could not possibly feel that he was missing one. But one who complains that he cannot find a kumquat anywhere in the market indicates by his complaint that he has a clear concept of what a kumquat is.

THE observance of Labor Day in the United States serves to remind us of the debt we owe to those individuals whose efforts contribute to our necessities and comforts. All who labor for the good of others occupy an important place in a progressing social order and share in a genuine appreciation of all that is implied in the observance of Labor Day.

IT is obvious that consciousness includes concepts, or thoughts. And one's concept of anything indicates one's state of mind.

PERHAPS nothing is more important to the progress of the student of Christian Science than church membership. It opens up an entirely new field of activity, and when the student makes the most of the opportunities afforded, great spiritual growth follows.

There is a concept of man that is based upon what is apparent but not real. There is another concept that is based upon what is real even though it is not apparent.

Christian Science teaches the allness of God, good, and the consequent nothingness of evil, or error. It does not theorize on this question; it demonstrates the difference between the real and the unreal through healing.