by BLANCHE HERSEY HOGUE – an article originally published in the December 1937 issue of the Christian Science Journal.
In this article Blanche describes how two Christian Scientists prayed during a devastating fire storm. She relates in detail the spiritual truths that she and her husband held to even when rescue seemed impossible. She describes how their prayers resulted in them and others being led to safety.
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A member of the Christian Science community in Canberra was interviewed by Jenny Sawyer for a Sentinel Watch podcast titled Prayer: What’s It All About? In this she explains how she prayed when faced with difficult situations.
Prayer: What’s It All About? (Part 2) Click here to listen.
How do you deal with the unthinkable? There are so many different ways. In this interview Liz and Matthew Hammond, share how they’re thinking and praying in the aftermath of a huge loss in their family. And what they share is both touching—and healing.
Click here to listen to Liz and Matthew share how they coped with this life-changing experience.
Have you ever thought that meekness might be an antidote to violence? This week’s guest, George Nutwell, has come to realize that the kind of meekness Jesus lived was the strength by which he defeated and overcame violence. Listen in as George shares with host Tony Lobl how we can live this meekness, too.
Can our prayers make a tangible difference when it comes to overcoming conflict? Judith shares her experiences with praying about conflict and explains how our prayers can contribute to healing on the world stage.
Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the Lord with you, … fear not, nor be dismayed; … for the Lord will be with you.
(The Bible KJV – II Chronicles 20: 17)
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In this interview Alexandre and David both share instances where their prayers have been effective. They also consider what may be happening when prayers do not seem to be effective.
Click here to listen to the interview, Of Course God Can Heal Me, with Beth Packer that David refers to.
Mark has good news: There is no hopeless case! Mark shares what he’s learned—and experienced—that proves that God’s love truly can bring hope and healing to apparently hopeless situations.
Beth is certain that God will heal every ailment. Why? She’s experienced and witnessed healing. She’s learned through her study of Christian Science that God, who is Truth, is an ever-present, reliable, and healing power.
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