Selected articles from the Christian Science Sentinel
Blessings of an overseas Noel
Jennifer Rosebrugh | from the Christian Science Sentinel
Far from family and friends for Christmas? This woman learned it really doesn’t matter where we find ourselves on a special occasion. Loneliness, worry, cultural isolation—none of these stand a chance when banished through a spiritual understanding of the Christmas message of love. read
Will Rio be ready?
Channing Walker | from the Christian Science Sentinel
As people prayerfully realize key spiritual facts—and do this early and often—they will help foster greater safety and less corruption for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. It will help other cities around the world too. read
To liberate Iran and its people
Marta Greenwood | from the Christian Science Sentinel
Through prayer that acknowledges God’s mercy and control as well as everyone’s humility and right to self-government, people everywhere can help alleviate oppressive conditions wherever they occur. read
Mary Baker Eddy and the Holy Bible
Robert T. Warneck | from the Christian Science Sentinel
The Holy Bible was the rock upon which Mary Baker Eddy stood. It was her constant companion throughout her life: her teacher, counselor, comforter, and healer. It was her only textbook in learning Christian Science. read
The power of gratitude
Evan Mehlenbacher | from the Christian Science Sentinel
Gratitude always has a healing role to play in our lives, even when we face tough times. It’s a powerful quality that brings immense blessings when used liberally. Gratitude uplifts thought, encourages fresh perspectives, and warms hearts. It makes our days go better. read
Greatness begins and ends with God
from the Christian Science Sentinel
The question “Who shall be greatest?” caused worldwide problems in biblical days and still does today. Christ Jesus proved that greatness is based in God, and his undeviating reliance on God rather than personal power had world-changing results. Such results are possible today as well when we follow his example. read
Life in balance and under control
from the Christian Science Sentinel
Christian Science explains that the more we know about God and the way He made us, the more this spiritual understanding will reveal conditions in steady state, seen in lives transformed, health conditions healed, economic solutions implemented—destructive extremes overcome and order restored. read
Reinventing Detroit
Susan Tish | from the Christian Science Sentinel
With God’s guidance and care, individuals and cities can reinvent themselves even in a drastically changing economy. Forging forward, trusting in God, in infinite, ever-present good, instead of looking back at past mistakes or lost fortunes, opens up new horizons, and fresh ideas will come to thought. read
A prayerful response to threats of flu
Marian English | from the Christian Science Sentinel
Humankind has made valiant efforts to alleviate suffering, largely following the line of material reasoning. Christ Jesus built on an entirely different concept. He taught and demonstrated the inseparable link between God and a creation made in God’s likeness. Prayer based on this link short-circuits contagion and flu. read
When your kids are opposites
Helen Stevermer | from the Christian Science Sentinel
The first child is steady as a rock, the second a live wire. But this parent learns that, despite the huge differences between her children, God’s power and presence are infinite, existing in abundance to guide and guard everyone. read
