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The Monitor's ViewA humble heart in the Dodgers dynastyMookie Betts shows courage and unselfishness in switching to one of baseball’s most difficult field positions.- A Christian Science PerspectivePrayer that includes ‘and’ – not ‘but’As we exchange doubt and fear for absolute confidence in God, solutions come to light.
The Monitor's ViewRallies for innocence in GazaThe largest protests against Hamas since the start of the war put a spotlight on the use of civilians as human shields to maximize killings by Israel.- A Christian Science PerspectiveLet God’s grace resolve itAs we prayerfully take a step back from conflict to gain a spiritual view, the peace God has established becomes more apparent to us.
The Monitor's ViewPolitics of love in Turkey’s protestsDespite his arrest, the leading opposition figure urges peaceful action and the embrace of opponents in the face of rising autocracy.- A Christian Science PerspectiveClimate and God’s changeless loveYielding to the truth of God’s allness and complete power enables us to see more of God’s harmony revealed.
The Monitor's ViewSyria reweaves its identityCivic groups like the White Helmets are using acts of equality and kindness to overcome ethnic and religious tensions built up during a half-century of dictatorship- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod is ‘mightier than the noise of many waters’As we listen to and obey God, we discover more of our inherent wholeness and health.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveStanding in solidarityReflecting God’s ever-present light and love enables us to stand in solidarity for peace with others throughout the world.
The Monitor's ViewWhy Christian shows are so popularEven nonreligious people find spiritual value in faith-based fare like “The Chosen.”
The Monitor's ViewThe joy of a letter. Maybe not in Denmark.The trendsetting Scandinavian nation plans to end four centuries of universal letter delivery. Other countries are watching this social experiment.- A Christian Science PerspectiveLet an angel lead youAs we pray, knowing that omnipresent God, Love, is always with us, we find the comfort and direction we need.
The Monitor's ViewEurope’s new watchfulnessTo defend the European Union’s values and economy, its leaders are learning from Finland that security must come first.- A Christian Science PerspectiveAntagonism of the right sortAs we insist on our wholeness as God’s spiritual creation, we experience permanent healing.
The Monitor's ViewThe art of freedom in IranA U.N. report on atrocities after the 2022 protests comes as Iran’s ruling clerics finally realize that the people, especially women, still find ways to express dignity and equality.- A Christian Science PerspectiveNurturing the right thoughtsAs we heed the good and uplifting messages God is giving us, we find those ideas expressed in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewA refresh for foreign aidCuts in foreign aid by Europe and the U.S. are forcing recipient nations to question a dependency mentality and discover local solutions.- A Christian Science PerspectiveMagnifying the light of GodTurning away from a dark, material view of existence and toward the true, spiritual view enables us to glimpse and experience more of divine Life, keeping us healthy and safe.
Making sense of disruptionThe Trump administration’s actions tend to incite immediate fear from critics or jubilation from supporters. In reality, it is too soon to tell what lasting impact of his policies will have on the country.
The Monitor's ViewArmenia redefines peace as withinA draft peace agreement with longtime foe Azerbaijan comes alongside a campaign for Armenians to reflect on an identity higher than ethnicity.
