Inner Space

We hear much talk about the conquest of outer space. It is amazing to look at the full moon and realize that men have walked on its surface and sent messages back to earth. What hath God wrought,  working through the genius of man!

Conquering outer space has its thrills. Expanding the resources of man and employing natural laws in a constructive way has been a proud achievement, but an even greater accomplishment is the conquest of inner space yet to be exploited.

The wonders that man has achieved in the past fifty years are astounding, but science tells us only the surface of scientific progress has been scratched. It is no secret that God can do through the inner ability of man when natural laws are harnessed for the accomplishment of good. It is equally true that misuse of ability can destroy the whole human race. As mankind sows, so will the harvest be.

What is the conquest of inner space? It is utilizing the ability of man for the common good instead of relying on outer forces for achievement.

Take the question of health, for instance. For thousands of years the conquest of disease has been made through the application of magic, superstition, and the use of drugs in various forms of medication; something to swallow, something to rub on, and remedies to be injected hypodermically. Failing in this method, surgery is resorted to and employed to cut out the diseased part. By these methods, some progress has been made, but often the side effects have marred the good that may have been done.

In 1895, Daniel David Palmer, a lay practitioner, advanced a different approach. He maintained that health, as other virtues, must come from within outward, through the conquest of inner space.

The anatomical study of man has reached the conclusion that all function comes from within outward and is manifest through the nervous system, with the spine being the distribution center of this great system.

By studying the spinal column one cab observe that the spine encases the spinal cord which encases the nerves from the brain. The spinal column provides openings between the vertebrae through which all nerve bundles emit before separating into countless fibers that form a direct contact from brain cells to tissue cells.

Further studies of the spine reveal that spinal shocks or strain can, and do, displace a vertebra to a degree so that nerves are "pinched". Nerve interference disturbs function, lowers resistance, and results in dis-ease with its various symptoms.

"To err is human but it takes a better excuse the second time."

Nature Is Kind

Nature is rugged and unforgiving at times, but generally nature is kind. Nature has her laws that must be obeyed. Violate them and you may be harmed, either emotionally or physically. Obey and all things good and great may be yours to command.

Nature reveals herself to the wise, the thoughtful and the generous. However, she tends to hide her secrets from the foolish, the sluggard, and the selfish.

It is true that the wicked sometimes use her laws in a hurtful manner, only because nature's laws are impartial. They work identically for the just and the unjust, even the wise or the foolish when they have eyes to see and make use of truths revealed. On the other hand, the foolish sometimes stumble along and blunder onto truths overlooked by the wise.

Nature reveals the elements of wealth and beauty, the source of strength and power, and the paths that lead to splendor and abundance. But this happens only as mankind becomes capable of understanding and appreciating these things. Nature points the way. She provides the laws, partially opens the gate, yet leaves to you the thrill of discovery and the joy of accomplishment. Nature is truly the handmaiden of God, as she gives or withholds, she tantalizes and restricts, she builds or destroys, yet only in accordance with basic laws that are impartial in application.

Nature is kind to your body which has been called God's masterpiece. Your body is a house of clay formed of bones and muscles, glands, and organs, blood vessels and nerves. These are all arranged in systems that function according to natural laws. Each system serves a purpose and together they form a unit that grows to maturity, functions with perfection, and finally dies and disintegrates back into the elements from which it came.

Nature's laws are constantly at work nourishing, making repairs, filtering out poisons, utilizing foods, and harmonizing functions. She provides pain as a warning, repairing hurts, and with it all, sustains life as best she can, even with the crippled and maimed that have run afoul of nature's laws.

How does sickness and health intervene regarding nature's laws? The answer is simple and logical. On occasion, the emotions get out of control and run counter to nature's laws. Bear in mind always that love builds as hate destroys; courage is uplifting; fear undermines and is severely harmful. You are the captain and are responsible for your soul. You must keep your emotions under control, especially when so many around you are constantly attempting to control your life.

The other element vital to health and function is the nervous and hormonal systems that stem from the brain and spinal cord. The spine IS the key to health, but it also is subject to shock and strain due to nature's laws. This disturbs function, lowers resistance, and subsequently leads to dis-ease. Correcting those problems can clear nerve channels and Mother nature, being ever so kind, restores health and makes possible a more plentiful life for you to enjoy.

                 
                      "Everything in nature acts in conformity with law." Immanuel Kant