All A Christian Science Perspective
- Loving our neighbors
How can we love those around us, especially those who might be a source of frustration to us? For one family, an experience they had with new neighbors reminded them that the key to loving others is seeing and acknowledging the goodness – and godliness – inherent in everyone.
- The pause that empowers
Recent protests and demonstrations around the world have made one thing clear: Change is desired by many. It can seem hard to know where to begin, but pausing to feel the intelligent presence of God, good, is an empowering starting point.
- ‘Can I throw bricks?’
In any conflict, no matter how large or small, we shouldn’t underestimate the transforming power of choosing love rather than hate.
- Prayers for the planet
In the face of extreme weather events in Australia, in Indonesia, and elsewhere, hope and solutions can seem elusive. But a willingness to seek God’s guidance opens the door for divine inspiration that enables us to act wisely and safely.
- A home we can’t be evicted from
Unexpectedly asked to vacate their flat without a refund, a man and his wife turned to God for a deeper understanding of home as spiritual and permanent. In short order, an unforeseen housing option emerged that perfectly met their need.
- Help that’s always present
It can seem easy to feel scared and helpless in the face of challenges. But when we trust in God to inspire our prayers and actions, we can gain peace and stability that foster solutions instead of fear.
- Fire on the mountain
Even when the smoke seems all-consuming – whether it’s a literal fire or an international relations firestorm – we can trust in God’s goodness and experience safety and calm. A woman found this out firsthand during a 10-day wildfire in Montana.
- Weight problems healed
For one man, the realization that God has made us spiritual, active, and beautiful proved life-changing, freeing him from unhealthy habits and bringing energy and balance.
- The reset button is now
The start of a new year is often seen as an opportunity to commit to new initiatives, fresh starts, and improvements in character. But we don’t need to let the calendar define our potential for progress. At every moment we can welcome inspiration from God that brings reformation and healing.
- The ever-fresh promise of God’s goodness
At the start of each year many find hope in the promise of a fresh start, and a good way to find such renewal is to turn to God. Whether it’s the beginning of a year or any time throughout it, divine Love is perpetually unfolding newness, goodness, and harmony in our lives.
- A new way to start your day
The transition to a new year often represents freshness, renewal, progress toward goals. But these don’t need to be confined to the changing of a calendar. Through prayer, we can find in God a continual source of freshness and newness, bringing right ideas each and every day.
- The biggest gift
At Christmas and always, each of us is the recipient of a wonderful gift: the gift of healing, which, as Jesus taught, God freely gives to all.
- Prayers for Australia
Our hearts go out to those in Australia, which has been experiencing drought from an intense heat wave and raging bushfires that have left a hazardous smoke haze hanging over Sydney. Here are some ideas to inspire prayers that kindle hope, courage, and confidence in God’s care for His creation.
- Christmas and the continuous coming of Christ
While we cherish the holiness of the day of Jesus’ birth, the coming of the Christ is continuously available for all in need of healing, as one couple experienced on Christmas Day.
- A Christmas lesson from Mary
It can seem all too easy for errands and logistics to take over our holiday season. But we can let the Virgin Mary’s example inspire us to embrace the inner stillness, confidence in God’s guidance, and humility that open our eyes to the Christ light that eternally shines.
- The gift of peace at Christmastime
The heavenly quietness surrounding Jesus’ birth foreshadowed the Savior’s promise of peace to those who followed him. One family found that even while selling a loved home during the holiday season, they could feel a sacred peace as they thought about the spiritual meaning of Christmas.
- Expanding our sense of giving
Getting to know God as a source of limitless good empowers us to give to others in meaningful ways.
- Preparing our ‘mangers’ for Christ
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it can seem hard to feel the peace of Christ. But at Christmas and always, we can let God nurture in us the assurance that the healing, comforting, redeeming Christ is present at every moment.
- Thought makes a difference
When our thoughts and actions stem from a desire to see and love others as fellow children of God, the impact can be significant. One outdoor educator witnessed this firsthand.
- Letting go of unhelpful labels
Letting our thoughts and actions toward others reflect God’s love, rather than disdain or disgust, benefits us and those around us, too.