Our Thoughts Govern Our Experience

Before coming to Plainfield, I often had difficulty with people, and they seemed to have difficulty with me. I've been thinking about this today, because after all this time with the church and having regular practitioner support, I find that, as a rule, the people I encounter are happy and competent.

As an example, a man came to my house yesterday to install a new internet service, and he was so pleasant and good at his job. We talked for a little bit, and he asked what I do, and I let him know about this church. He then said, “Oh, that's why you're such a nice guy!”

It made me laugh, and I definitely have to give credit to Christian Science. I spoke to my practitioner about this today, and she said that what usually comes into our experience is dependent on our thought, although on occasion someone difficult may come along who is in need of a blessing.

It occurred to me later in the day that I was transformed by Christian Science from that difficult one who comes for a blessing, to someone who is capable of being a blessing to others. I am so grateful to be here learning this practical, life-changing Science, and to be able to be a part of this mission.