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- A Christian Science PerspectiveWrapping our prayers around the immigration crisis
Strongly held convictions about immigration crises around the world can polarize and divide people. But prayer that seeks God’s answers brings less stridency and more listening, opens the door to wise and balanced solutions, and lifts thoughts from fear to love.
The Monitor's ViewLebanon awakes to fearmongeringDays of protests reveal a diverse nation shaking off corrupt politicians who divide by sects to stay in power.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe road map to a life worth living
Following Jesus’ example of a life that mirrors the power and love of God brings healing, fulfillment, and freedom from the limitations that would dampen our lives.
The ‘stranger’ within MexicoThe world tends toward binaries. “I am indigenous” or “I am Spanish,” for instance. “I am both” seems harder to wrap our heads around.
Readers RespondReaders write: At peace with semicolons, and rethinking ‘superpower’Melissa Mohr's column on semicolons helped a reader with his grammar troubles. Another wonders if economic growth brings ecological destruction.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSing out loud!
For one woman, a chickadee’s joyful song inspired a fresh view of our ability to let God’s goodness and joy shine in our lives – a lesson that brought about a quick healing of illness shortly after.
The Monitor's ViewWanted: Ethical intelligence for artificial intelligenceFrom the Pentagon to the United Nations, leaders seek advice on AI’s potential to harm – or to serve.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveShaping our course Spiritward
A piece in today’s Daily highlights how traditional religious codes such as the Ten Commandments still make a difference in people’s lives. Here’s an article exploring the idea that glimpsing our spiritual origin as God’s children has a healing effect – physically, mentally, and morally.
The Monitor's ViewFriendship across political linesEllen DeGeneres and George W. Bush socializing sets an example for keeping doors open for those on the opposite side of issues.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveUninterrupted employment
Sometimes the prospects for finding a job can look bleak. But under God’s guidance we can discover, nurture, and express our God-given talents in ways that benefit others as well as ourselves.
The Monitor's ViewA radical choice for equality in TunisiaA law professor wins the presidency with his ideas – and actions – of equal opportunity for equality. Tunisia again inspires the Middle East on democracy’s fundamentals.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe truth that set me free
When a woman severely injured her toe during a weeklong hike, she found hope as well as healing in Jesus’ teaching about truth and freedom. Each of us can also find genuine healing by going deep with God’s inspiration.
The Monitor's ViewNew poverty busters get their dueThis year’s Nobel prize in economics puts a spotlight on a new type of research that brings a fresh view of the poor as capable and resilient.
Readers RespondReaders write: India’s growth, education and democracy, and fashion choicesWhy glorify buying ripped jeans? Readers wrote in to discuss this topic, as well as the importance of education and India’s economic growth.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘Adulting’ without the stress
Too often it seems as if life – at any age – is little more than a collection of tasks that need to be performed, an inevitable “daily grind.” But as a young dad and husband with a full-time career found, being more conscious of the presence of God, good, replaces stress with joy and makes one’s path forward clearer.
The Monitor's ViewWhy a peace prize befits Ethiopia's leaderLike a 21st-century Mandela, Abiy Ahmed prepared himself with a mental peace to be able to bring it to others.
How the NRA changed politicsIn exploring the reasons behind the NRA’s influence, you find a lesson on the evolution of American politics, and why the group’s clout may be waning.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNever helpless
Here’s a hymn that could be considered a prayer: that all those around the world facing conflicts old and new can feel God’s presence with them.
The Monitor's ViewThe global bandwagon on tax integrityOne of the more notorious tax havens, Cayman Islands, commits to honesty and openness in financial transactions.
The Monitor's ViewThe borderless power of sportsIn Iran and China, the globalization of sports – and its values – is helping transcend frictions over religion and nationalism.
