Christian Science medical beliefs, doctors and medicine

Christian Science medical beliefs, doctors and medicine


What are Christian Science medical beliefs?

Most Christian Scientists have found that healing through prayer is more reliable for them and their families than dependence on material means. However, Christian Scientists have great respect for medical professionals who devote themselves to the health and welfare of mankind. 

Christian Science Healing

Through Christian Science, people have found a healing method that improves them physically, morally and spiritually, and does not have a list of harmful side effects. Christian Science healing is often quicker and more permanent than managing disease or pain through medical treatment.
There are thousands of recorded healings in the Bible and in Christian Science publications.

About the Book
that Heals

Many Christian Science healings have occurred by simply reading the book Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures. 

Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, wrote this timeless, inspirational book. Reading Science and Health is the best way to understand Christian Science and medical beliefs, and why Christian Scientists rely on the Bible and Christ Jesus’ teachings, rather than medicine and doctors.

This healing book is Eddy’s main body of work and a companion to the Bible. It contains sections on Genesis and Revelation, and is part of the Christian Science Weekly Bible Lesson. It also has a chapter called Fruitage, consisting of healing testimonies.

About the Book
that Heals

Many Christian Science healings have occurred by simply reading the book Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures. 

Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, wrote this timeless, inspirational book. Reading Science and Health is the best way to understand Christian Science and medical beliefs, and why Christian Scientists rely on the Bible and Christ Jesus’ teachings, rather than medicine and doctors.

This healing book is Eddy’s main body of work and a companion to the Bible. It contains sections on Genesis and Revelation, and is part of the Christian Science Weekly Bible Lesson. It also has a chapter called Fruitage, consisting of healing testimonies.

Healing Practitioners

Christian Scientists often rely on Christian Science practitioners to pray for them. Practitioners are very supportive in helping church members and newcomers overcome any type of problem, by placing full trust in God’s healing power.

Practitioners are a great source of loving care that helps you understand more about your relationship with God, and can answer your questions.

We are Here for You

You will find a lot of love and support for your spiritual journey at any of our Churches and Reading Rooms. Churches hold Bible-based services twice weekly, including a healing testimony meeting on Wednesdays.

Reading rooms are open varied hours according to location. We love visitors and are available to answer questions, and offer resources such as Bible study lessons, other publications and resources from the Christian Science Publishing Society.

Please Contact Us with questions about Christian Science or call your local church, reading room or Christian Science Practitioner.

Read the Tenets of Christian Science.
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The biblical text is taken from the King James Version, public domain, unless otherwise indicated. Quotations from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures and other writings by Mary Baker Eddy are ©️ CSBD, Christian Science Board of Directors, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Boston, MA. All rights reserved.

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