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Show niE VOICE S IHIttHM w pt - - $- . ,.i.v i f xj $ sS to -- 4 r1 to lty caused the conclusion to be reathed that this man was the Son of God, and that as His Son he was endowed with transeen-dtntu- l poweis and authority. The f4 .a - f Thursday, Decerr.Ur 19, 1919 OF SIIARON to irui iLx.ou, resurreition and as- his disciphs cension convinced and followers of this divine re- ft r-Ti the true way of fe. This effoit at emulation finds expression ia bea vitalized sense of charity, stowing upon the less pnvileged both spiritual ministry and the needed material th.ngs; the epr-- i beis, of that dial lty uhnh speaks d genuine forgiveness for teeming injustice through visualizing the brotherhood tl man as the true democracy, that state in wliiih all Gods children are inbound cluded, firmly together in the bonds of God's great love. Mary Baker Eddy, and Founder of Christian Science, understood the true significance of Chiistuias. Her vision lifted its proper observance wholly above the common forms of commemoration, the customary feasting and merrymaking. She saw these observances as barriers to the recognition of Christmas in its deeper meaning. She splendidly sets forth her concept of Christmas in wotds of beauty and light: Christmas to me is the reminder cf God's great gift His spiritual idea, man and the universe a gift whu h so transcends mortal material, sensual giving thdt the merriment, mad ambition, rivalry and ritual of our common Christmas seem a human mockery in mimicry of the real worship in commemoration of Christ's (The First Church of Christ. Scientist, and Miscellany, p. 262.) And she follows with a definite statement of her chosen method of observing our Saviour's birth I love to observe Christmas in quietude, humility, benevolence, charity, letting good will towards men. eloquent silence, prayer, and praise express my conception of 1 Truth's appearing None cau gun-a- y that the world grievously nods the re and spnrual tr ngth that tome with sUth l.oisiiiuuu of the true stanifti mice of the Clni-- t rut'-dgWorship of mat-- l r, the materialization of r.tuais of phy-icthe pui-u- it pleasure the (onvhtion that m ght mines right Seem temporarily to Tl.s hold humanity in bondage. true Christian, however, is con imed that all this is mere for God does reign iu His. the only, umver.-e- . A clear under- standing of this, and persistence therein, will establish the fact of -- ut e. al lationship. Christianity is founded upon acceptance of these fai U, varied to be sure, by certain disagreements which, however, do not deL stroy the fundamental truth of B ALBERT FIELD GILMORE his Messiahship. Jesus was the ' Science Christian of Monitor) (Courtesy Son of the living God, and exemthe Christ. plified The history of ear.y Christianity shows unmistakably these are the reasons for Basically, the comthe presence, Gods that the spiritual vision was increasingly gained by the dis- memoration of Jesus' birth throwhich is wholly righteous and the in of Pentecost. and breadth of it culminated the ughout until and length day others, ciples truly just. Christendom. History also records that this vision of the Christ was mainThe words of the great This established, it Is, then, were not vain tained for nearly three centuries. Thereafter, it waned until pertinent to analyre the situation words: lost in the milieu of dogma and formalism which buried the in order to determine the true For a child has been born to us FLY RODS significance of this commemorasimple teachings of the Master. a son has been given to us; tion. What does, what should Saviour of all humanity? The forms of Christian doctrine and the royal dignity he wears, mean Christmas to humanity? GUNS from stemmed which varying How, indeed, can these things be? That the birth of and this the title that he hears Jesus was comhe come A wonder of a counsellor, cuucepia of the life of hint who Through what means has Christ-tlans memorated by tre early Evinrude Motor gave name to the Christian era to be so regarded, and why? a divine hero, appears certain; but not una father for all time, persist in greatly varying char- These questions have been the til a later period was a definite Clothes acter, however. Regardless of subjects for interminable discus- date fixed for this observance. a peaceful prince! the specific doctrine of the many sion and debate through all the In is his authority, Great Is no historical fact, there evolved from the study of his life centuries from that immemorial ejadiess is his peace. dethat knowledge specifically until the preand teachings as set fortn in tne day in Bethlehem (Moffatt's translation ) Yet, setting aside termines the day of Jesus birth New Testament, the heart of every sent moment. will be endless This peace In the fifth fol Large Assortment of true Christian turns at a certain the definite variances of opinion, lowers settledcentury, devout in human affairs established upon the 25th. of season of the year to the origin certain conclusions are generally when the divine authority which CHRISTMAS CARDS as his natal day. This of the teachings he has accepted accepted. the Saviour exemplified is recogan ancient festal day, long From early years Jesus mani-wa- s as the way of life, as the means nized and accepted as the emancertain pagan fested qualities quite unlike theobserve4 by of gaining that salvation and rewho doeth ail from Him ation It Is hinted that this of his day. He bo The ttue observwell. demption from the limitations of things waa in chosen that the hope of'8 the flesh for which humanity so creasinglj grasped the concept at ance of Christmas. Lien, is the God as the Father of and of Its ,he Flowers of the old rite might universally yearns. acknowledgment of the Christ he worfrom turned their false brotherThis mental habit turps one inevitable corollary, the presence, and that this presence won over to Christianity. and ship live to came of that he hood GESSFOED'S man, properly understood, is human- immediately to Bethlehem, to that in full consciousness Thus was Christmas established of the divine little town set on a hillside, where perfect Saviour itys in the calendar. And with this underin lowly circumstances was born presence. Incorporated The of methods observing this availone who has exercised an influ- standing of God and His central event in Christian history 47 N. Univ. Ave. - Provo ence over the trend of civilization ability to meet the human need, have through the centuries varied Jesus was able to overcome naturunequalled by any other personwith different races and greatly the al phenomena, commonly preage. This conclusion once acceptpeoples. This variation. It seems, ed. the queries inevitably follow, sented phases of human experi- was determined, in some degree How can this be? How and why ence, healing the sick, redeeming at least, by the concept held reIn a one born has the name of the sinner, even raising the dead. garding the Founder of Christiansuable and cradled in a manger of what ity who hp was, and the signifitome to be so venerated, so wor- Rightly, this exercibe cance of his mission. In several like seemed Lord as even the supernatural author- - European countries custom earlv accepted shiped, accepted, as symbolizing the spirit . ivJvSvJv of Christmas, the concept of St 4 ns 4 4 4444 Si 4 ' j44 Nhholas, a personal hearer of gifts to the children; from thi Santa concept later emerged of Claus, as the impersonation the good gift bearer. In England the Christmas festivities also took on a materialistic aspect, and the Yule log with its accompanying feasting and merrymaking centhis tered The observation. Church undertook (o combat these materialistic ceremonies by the I of an substitution impressive liturgy together with dramatic representations of the birth of Hence Bethlehem. grew the Manger songs and Christmas carols and dramas, the giving of presents and the Christmas tree. The Christmas season is still too commonly regarded as a time Combine sugar, coffee and corn think youre in heaven for merrymaking, for abstinence YOULL yen syrup In a saucepan. Cook, stirring taste this in some measure from the routine candy, lltten food constantly, until sugar la dissolved. of life and as an occasion for (or angels and poor mortals alike. Continue cooking without stirring firm ball la formed when a feasting and the exchange of Coffee lende Its Savor to this re- until aamount is dropped In eold small divinity, and the gifts. With many devout Chrissult ia out of this world. Clip this water or (266 F.) registers on tha tians, however, it is a period derecipe, by all means, for a holiday candy tbermometsr. Remova from voted to the gaining of greater candy that approaches immortality; heat Add salt to sgg whites and beat atto the until stiff, slowly add coffee syrup spiritual understanding, Coffsa Divinity tainment of a sense of closer beating constantly. Continue heap surer log until eandy will hold its shape. communion with the divine source S1 cope eup double- Add vanilla and chopped nutmeata. of all existence. tronrlh, This is coming Drop from apoonfula onto waxed to be more generally recognized co f(e paper er turn Into an oiled pan and V Cup white eorn as the right approach to the spirit cut into squares. Make 1)4 pounds. syrup of Christmas. In the beautiful Gospel story, the birth of the babe in Bethlehem is followed by the coming of the Magi, the three wise men, who, following the star which so luminously shed its holy light, came from afar to find him whose birth had been thug signally anAlOST OUTSTANDING VALUES!! nounced, and to pay him homage with precious gifts. These are commonly characterized as wise men. Why? Because, reading of The a a touts price only penny night. Tes, Besutyrest sleep the heavenly beacon, they aright 10 it for years. Figure a Beautyrest is 139.50. It Is guaranteed were inspired to search for this 1 penny a night. ost foe yonrself. Jnst newcomer whose advent was ao greatly to change the direction of human history. Emulating the example of these wise men, still visualizing in the birth of Jesus TO OWN ITS the star of faith and hope, Christians are commemorating this A SIMMONS most signal event by making of the Christmas season a time for spiritual refreshment, of turning to Him who sent His only begotten Son to redeem humanity from its bondage. famous this t a few dollars for a few months pays for This form of observation by no An ordinary" mattreas may coat loos to start means eliminates or lessens the with, hot a Beantyrast is an economy in tho end. Ana, joyousnesg which should attach with an comfort snch glorious IssiiiTi, yuH not get to the season. It does, however, ordlaury mattress. Drop in and well crplaia why a change its direction. It lifts Baantyrasl is WSjfo rant and better. thought above material satisfaction, mere physical pleasure, to find in the perfection of Spirit an ineffable joy, a lasting peace, which transcends all mere material merrymaking. This spirit of Christmas does not, however, preclude the custom of giving, if. like the Magi, giving be in recognition of the Christ idea, and 1. Plays on AC current gratitude therefor. The true spirit of Christmas 2. Plays on DC current stirs gratitude, it stimulates mercy; hope, streng3. Plays on own power thens faith, kindles charltism, in short. It vives expression to all the finer qualtiies which too often Model 357. AMAZING PERFORMANCE at low est price ever for ai lie dormant in. the human conPortable. Greater power to pull in stations near and far -Emerson Exclusively sciousness. It calls into expreslower operating cost Perfectly engineered, smartly sty leJ.fa outstanding taluf sion the very qualities which have so greatly endeared the Nazaren to all who accept him as their Dixon-Taylor-Russ- ell and Saviour. 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