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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAll creation is united in GodThe light of God, the source of all that鈥檚 good and true, illuminates the way to harmony, joy, and progress for all creation.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe reality that healsIs the nature of existence more than what meets the eye? Considering our identity from a spiritual perspective brings a powerful new view of reality that heals 鈥� as a woman experienced after badly injuring her arm.
The Monitor's ViewBiden鈥檚 envoy for religious freedomAs a Muslim growing up in Dallas, Rashad Hussain learned how the freedom to worship can be a force for world peace.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFear couldn鈥檛 stop the power of prayerDuring the Vietnam War, the Monitor鈥檚 Saigon correspondent, along with two other journalists, was captured by insurgents and held for 40 days. In this 19-minute podcast, she shares with an interviewer how invaluable a spiritual perspective was in shaping her experience during and after her captivity.
The Monitor's ViewAn eyewash for green washing聽For the coming U.N. climate conference, a new body to set accounting standards for public companies could result in less rhetoric about goals and more action toward a healthy climate.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhat really defines usAt times, an illness or injury may seem inextricably linked to our very identity. Recognizing that as God鈥檚 children we are so much more than a physical body frees us from defining ourselves by problems and opens the door to healing.
The Monitor's ViewIsrael extends a hand to Israeli ArabsA plan to spend more than $10 billion on the Arab community is a sign that Israel sees its democracy as guaranteeing equality for all.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSubstance we can rely onEven when we鈥檙e faced with some type of loss or lack, the abundant goodness of the divine Spirit is here to guide, sustain, and heal.
The Monitor's ViewWhat Sudan鈥檚 protesters have that the military does notThe 2019 democratic revolution was based on a new embrace of individual dignity. A coup against that will be difficult.
Finding what more we can all doIn publishing our Finding Resilience series, we鈥檙e making a statement: Out of turmoil, resilience is essential to progress.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveParsley learns about LoveNo one 鈥� including pets 鈥� is beyond the reach of God鈥檚 healing, comforting love.
The Monitor's ViewA clean wind in Europe鈥檚 dirty cornersIn four of the continent鈥檚 most corrupt countries, politics in favor of honest governance may have the upperhand.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhich sense are you relying on?Taste, touch, sight, smell, hearing 鈥� we鈥檙e all familiar with the five physical senses. But it鈥檚 our inherent spiritual sense that reveals our identity as God鈥檚 children, paving the way to healing in the manner that Jesus taught.
The Monitor's ViewRewards for freedom of thoughtA jailed Russian dissident receives Europe鈥檚 highest human rights award, a reminder of his work for liberty of conscience.
Music, movies, laughter: How one minister seeks to make God accessibleStatistics show a decline in church membership in the Black community, but this minister sees plenty of faith 鈥� expressed in nontraditional ways.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveIs harmony still relevant?Sometimes disagreement can be so deep-seated that harmonious resolution seems unattainable. But when we let God 鈥� rather than resentment, anger, or self-righteousness 鈥� inspire our approach, we come to find that harmony and healing are never out of reach.
The Monitor's ViewHow Bangladesh tries to heal a religious ruptureViolent attacks on Hindus have led many public figures to restore the nation鈥檚 basis for communal harmony.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFrom indignation to inclusivenessWhen opinions diverge, the pull of self-righteousness may sometimes feel irresistible. But recognizing all of God鈥檚 children as inherently good opens the door to inspired, harmonious progress toward solutions.
The Monitor's ViewThe creative force of a worker exodusAs record numbers of American workers quit, many take jobs that offer more opportunity to innovate. The healthy churn has helped raise productivity and could dampen inflation.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLimitless worth and employmentRecognizing the innate worth of all God鈥檚 children opens the door to opportunities to express divine goodness in unique and meaningful ways, as a woman experienced when she felt she was underemployed.
