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- A Christian Science PerspectiveWaiting on God for the deeper truth
Taking a moment to yield to God’s spiritual perspective opens us to greater harmony.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLean on God and look for the blessings
As we learn about the spiritual reality of life, we perceive and experience more of our inherent health and wholeness.
- The Monitor's ViewEquality as ‘birthright’ in Myanmar
Military rule is eroding in the Southeast Asian state because pro-democracy women have claimed equality for themselves.
- The Monitor's ViewMercy’s role against human smuggling
When a criminal transporter of migrants confesses and asks for forgiveness, it opens a new solution for global migration.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘Don’t connect the dots’
In yielding to God, good, as the only true cause of existence, we’re able to assert our freedom from whatever type of inharmony would claim to have power, and to experience healing.
- The Monitor's ViewAvoiding war by truth-telling
The Philippines arms itself against China’s aggression by exposing violent incidents at sea by Chinese vessels.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveDefending our cities
As we understand that God could never create evil, we’re able to witness a decrease in crime.
- ‘Just the facts’ about the presidential candidates
In an age of deep political division when each side is prone to share only the information that comport with its argument, do facts matter?
- The Monitor's ViewSigns of a ‘South Asian Spring’
Sri Lanka’s election fits a pattern in the region as more voters expect honesty in leaders and equality in their rule.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveGod parents us all
An understanding of how God cares for each of us enables us to exchange worries for real peace of mind, as a parent of three has been finding.
- The Monitor's ViewA Chinese answer to anti-foreigner hate
The killing of a Japanese boy in China evokes strong reaction to Beijing’s use of anti-Japan propaganda as a tool of control.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveOur pain healer: God
Getting to know God as infinitely loving and good opens the door to freedom from pain – rather than merely coping with it.
- Why they enlist: An expanded view of military service
As military recruitment numbers flag, what motivates young people to enlist? The reasons are more varied and personal than civilians might think.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘God, our refuge, strength and stay’
Even when hatred has grown to a violent extreme, we can turn to God as Love and find the safety we need.
- The Monitor's ViewPro athletes as star exemplars
Fans see high character as much as sports prowess in sports greats like Caitlin Clark and Shohei Ohtani
- The Monitor's ViewHumble pivots to a political center
In three democracies, opponents are trying to forge alliances. In one, civility and respect are winning.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLet Christ establish your day
As we’re receptive to God’s thoughts, our day conforms more fully to their messages of love.
- The Monitor's ViewReviving the spirit of giving
A major report looks at causes for the drop in charitable giving. One remedy: Look at all ways of giving, especially those driven by spiritual thinking.
- A Christian Science Perspective‘Shepherd, wash them clean’
As we watch for God’s goodness in our neighbors and ourselves, we experience more peace in our interactions.
- The Monitor's ViewVenezuela’s future hangs on facts
Telling the truth about an election’s results may be the opposition’s best strategy against the regime.