All Commentary
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGrace that lifts us to who we are
Each of us has a God-given ability to know and feel our innate worth as God’s loved children – which frees us from negative traits that hamper productive lives and relationships.
The Monitor's ViewThe call of history in a Turkish courtThe European Union’s drive to add new members to counter Russian aggression comes at a time when Turkey may finally reform its rule of law to enter the bloc.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘Evidence of things not seen’
Through a growing understanding of and confidence in God’s goodness, we are able to glimpse more and more of the healing power of divine Love.
The Monitor's ViewA split Libya impelled toward unityCatastrophic flooding pushes a North African country with rival governments into civic compassion.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGet out of the rut of limiting thinking
At times unhelpful modes of thought, such as self-justification or fear, can feel pretty entrenched. But willingness to consider a broader, spiritual perspective brings goodness and freedom into our experience.
The Monitor's ViewIn Iran, girls just want to have joyThe regime fears a resurgence of protests on the first anniversary of the killing of a young woman for improper hijab. But Iranian girls may be demonstrating their ideals in different ways.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe unfailing source of joy
Recognizing God, Spirit, as the infinite source of good for all His children helps us experience a deeper, more lasting joy – even when circumstances don’t seem to be going our way.
The Monitor's ViewWhen tragedy turns foe into friendDespite their troubled pasts with Morocco, some nations offered generous aid after Friday’s earthquake, opening a path for peacemaking. All that’s needed is humility.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLove hasn’t left this home
When faced with the loss of a loved one, we can find comfort and strength in a spiritual view of life as forever sustained by God.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDemonstrating completeness
Praying from the standpoint of our ever-intact oneness with God reveals to us God’s provision of what we need, as a woman discovered after her husband passed on.
The Monitor's ViewBiden in Hanoi: The fruit of atonementThe president’s visit, aimed mainly to elevate Vietnam’s ties with the U.S., also builds on work by individuals to achieve reconciliation after a war that ended 48 years ago.
The Monitor's ViewZoning for shared affluenceA scarcity of housing in the United States is driving both political parties to work together for reforms.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveHoping for healing – or expecting it?
Leaning on the absolute law of divine Love, we can be certain that harmony and healing will take place in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewA global reach for clean governanceEach summit of the world’s 20 leading economies tries to set higher standards on integrity to curb corruption.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveWhere we always belong
We can feel a deep sense of connectedness, even when alone, by digging into our unity with God, divine Love itself.
The Monitor's ViewA balancing act on religious dignityQuran burnings in Europe mark a new test for democratic values, but ordinary citizens find healing responses in unity and kindness.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveMomentum that forwards progress
Our individual efforts to learn more about life as stemming from divine Spirit, rather than from matter, pave the way for healing and inspiration that ripple outward.
Gauging motives, not judging policiesPolarization too often gets in the way of progress. A flawed Portland law that aims to solve the nation's drug crisis offers a case study into problem-solving with compassion.
How we report on a warming worldThe Monitor was in many ways founded to help search for and accelerate solutions. So what does this look like with something so all-encompassing as climate change?
The Monitor's ViewEurope’s big influencer on UkraineThe Dutch have played an outsize role in aiding Ukraine. Now they might set an example against Russian-style ethnic nationalism.
