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- A Christian Science PerspectiveAnyone can be a good neighbor
While a selfless deed done for another is always inspiring, a spiritual perspective shows us it doesn’t need to be out of the ordinary.
The Monitor's ViewIndonesia’s leap into good governanceThe world’s third-largest democracy begins reforms necessary to join a global body that tracks its members' adherence to liberty, rule of law, and human rights.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMergulhe na oração
Em vez de apenas mergulhar os dedos dos pés nas águas da oração, podemos nos imergir na comunhão com Deus, o que traz bênçãos tangíveis.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDive into prayer
Instead of just dipping our toes into the waters of prayer, we can immerse ourselves in communion with God, which brings tangible blessings.
The Monitor's ViewBaseball steps up to a unifying plateCombining the historical statistics of players from the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball marks the latest progress in equality on and off the ball field.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveFreedom from the tangle of resentment
Venturing to see life from the perspective of divine Love opens us to truly forgiving those who have hurt us.
The Monitor's ViewRussia wises up to a Ukrainian strengthA corruption purge of military generals hints the Kremlin realizes it can’t win the war without honest governance.
A political lesson the world is still learningOnly a third of the nations around the world have ever had a female leader. Yet, research shows that nations led by women consistently benefit from a slate of economic and political benefits.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSafe in ‘the secret place of the most High’
We have a way out of any kind of dangerous situation through God, who is always present to help.
The Monitor's ViewTeachable moment for African schoolsNew projects cultivate accountability and community cooperation on education by tying funding to verifiable results.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOrações eficazes pelas pessoas afetadas nas enchentes
Saber que os desastres não vêm do Amor divino, e reconhecer que Deus, a Mente divina, é a fonte de toda a inteligência, ajuda-nos a ver que a humanidade é capaz de reconstruir coletivamente com sabedoria.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGlimpse eternal Life and find freedom from grief
As we learn about the eternal nature of God and His creation, we’re empowered to challenge limited views of life and experience profound comfort.
The Monitor's ViewA social earthquake in EurasiaIn a region short on women’s rights and equality before the law, a court verdict on domestic violence in Kazakhstan starts ripples of change.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePractical prayers for those affected by floods
In the face of recent flooding around the world, each loving thought for the people and areas affected is a healing prayer in support of efforts to rebuild.
The Monitor's ViewAmericans who kindly disagreeAt the state and local levels, the tone of public debates often matters more than the sharpness of disagreements.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhat compassion does
We’re all innately capable of feeling and expressing Christly, healing compassion.
The Monitor's ViewA twist on Iran’s succession intrigueThe president’s death shifts the spotlight on the possible successors to the supreme leader. Will the people, wary of nepotism, accept a son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhole-souled and unstoppable
Understanding that we’re all children of God, fully expressing divine qualities, empowers us to move forward in our careers, even when we’ve encountered discrimination in the workplace.
The Monitor's ViewWar in Gaza sparks a reckoningSome Israelis and Palestinians share a deepening conviction that security means learning to live in peace under different leaders.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWaking up to wrongdoing
We’re all capable of knowing ourselves (and others) as God made us – full of integrity, goodness, and love – and letting that view drive how we live our lives.
