All A Christian Science Perspective
- Innocence that dissolves racism
“Innocence” can suggest vulnerability when dealing with evils like racism. But there’s a spiritual take on this quality that shows how it can touch a hardened heart – as a young white woman witnessed when threatened with punishment for helping black children.
- Prayers for Minneapolis and beyond
It can too often seem that racism is a problem too big to heal. But nothing is too big for God, infinite Love, and we can each play a part in demonstrating that.
- Taking down the real enemy
It can seem there’s no end to the destructive influences in the world. But the recognition that evil has no legitimacy in God or any of God’s children can shift our thought from focusing on a problem to finding a solution.
- It’s time to elevate the human race
There is a crying need for all of us to get to know and truly value men and women of all races as our brothers and sisters in God’s family, in order to heal the wounds of injustice. Each of us is capable of expressing God’s universal, healing love through active compassion and caring.
- Love
Many are yearning for greater peace, justice, and harmony in the world. “Thou to whose power our hope we give,/ Free us from human strife,” prays the author of this poem, which points to the power of God, divine Love, to unify and heal. (Read the poem or listen to the poem being sung.)
- Chronic health issues and incurable disease gone
Faced with a rare blood disease and other ailments, a woman turned to Christian Science for help. What she learned about God and about everyone’s nature as God’s child changed her life.
- Harmony and friendship replace division
Stunned by a coworker’s hostile query about her political affiliation, a woman prayed to see everyone as innately capable of expressing God’s love and peace. Soon, the atmosphere completely turned around.
- Financial needs met
Suddenly confronted with great financial distress, a couple turned to God for guidance. This brought hope, joy, and inspiration that led to unexpected, rewarding work that met their needs for many years.
- God cares for all of us
Especially in light of efforts to contain the coronavirus through physical distancing, it can seem that we’re being cut off from means of support and comfort. But as one woman found during a time of uncertainty about her future, we can always turn to God for comfort and guidance that light the way forward.
- Evil can never separate us from God
In times of tragedy, evil can seem more powerful than good. But as a man came to understand when he learned a friend had been killed, even in the face of heart-rending tragedy we can let God lead us to the realization that no one can ever be detached from God’s limitless love and care.
- Praying for the world brings healing of flu symptoms
If we’re feeling ill, it can often seem hard to think of anything but our own problem. But as a woman found out when faced with worsening flu symptoms, letting God’s limitless love fill our thoughts with a deeper love for humanity uplifts our viewpoint in powerful ways that also bring healing to the one praying.
- When you’re facing the unknown
Struggling with uncertainty and fear about the future, a young woman just out of college yearned for answers. What she found in the Bible allayed her fears and helped her stop worrying about what came next.
- Safe in the lions’ den
When on the front lines of a situation involving the threat of contagion, one woman gained confidence in God’s protecting power as she reflected on the Bible story of Daniel in the lions’ den.
- Goodness that’s never in short supply
Especially at times like this, it can seem there just aren’t enough resources to go around. But as a woman found during a financially difficult time, the light of God’s healing, saving goodness and love shines on all of us.
- Intimidated by illness? Let God’s light lead you.
Sometimes it can seem as if there’s no option but to let illness run its course. But as a woman found when experiencing symptoms of the flu, protesting the notion of sickness as inevitable and opening our thoughts to divine inspiration and light pave the way for healing.
- From loneliness to permanently companioned
Even in today’s interconnected world, loneliness is all too common, especially in light of widespread physical distancing efforts. But as a woman found when faced with recurring bouts of loneliness, the realization that God’s love and companionship are always present can heal lonely hearts and strengthen our relationships.
- A time for unselfishness and love
While normal community interactions are on hold right now, we don’t need to feel aloof and unfulfilled. We can let God’s love inspire in us a spirit of unselfishness, a love for humanity, and joy.
- God’s ageless, healing Word
It can sometimes seem that our health, vitality, and joy are age-dependent. This article explores a different perspective: the promise of God’s constant love and care for all His children.
- Report from Milan: Finding spiritual peace amid the pandemic
After experiencing the largest lockdown in Europe, Italy recently announced plans to begin easing restrictions on social interactions and to slowly reopen its economy. Here’s an article by a woman who shares how certain universal, spiritual ideas have helped her find peace amid the coronavirus pandemic.
- Our divine Mother’s day – every day
Don’t we all have moments when we long for motherly comfort and care? Even in troubling times, the tender yet powerful love of our divine Parent is here for each of us to feel and express.