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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGetting beyond greedToday鈥檚 contributor explores the idea that it鈥檚 a God-inspired generosity of spirit, not the single-minded pursuit of money or opportunity, that most substantially enriches.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveIs life really ruled by chance?For today鈥檚 contributor, who was anxious at the thought of being at the mercy of forces beyond her control, the idea that God鈥檚 plan for all is unequivocally good brought peace and lifted fear of an uncertain future.
The Monitor's ViewThe calm for Congo's Ebola stormDespite the best medical response to Congo鈥檚 Ebola outbreak, the virus keeps spreading because of fear, false rumors, and violence. The crisis now requires a buildup of trust that can calm and comfort local communities.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding a deeper sense of identity, overcoming drug addictionLooking beyond the physical senses for his sense of worth and identity lifted today鈥檚 contributor out of hopelessness and brought freedom from substance abuse 鈥� an experience that inspired his prayers for others facing such issues.
The Monitor's ViewThe oh-too-rare case of loving political foesIn a surprise essay, a former FBI official hounded by the president explains why he loves both Trump and his supporters.
The Monitor's ViewSouth Africa votes to turn honesty about graft into action against itAfter years of transparency about corruption, the country sends a signal in an election that the ruling party must now cleanse itself.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLove that keeps us safeToday鈥檚 contributor shares a life-changing experience that showed her how God鈥檚 powerful love brings peace and protection.聽
The 鈥榩roblem鈥� of outrageous sports salariesThe money involved in sports is a reflection of broader society in many ways.
Readers RespondReaders write: Feathered friends, nuclear news, and poetry reflectionTake a look at what our readers have to say about feathered friends and more.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLearn more about LoveToday鈥檚 contributor shares how a growing understanding of God as Love has showed her how we can all express a more tender, patient, and effective mothering love for others, as well as for our children.
The Monitor's ViewA door for peace in rising US-Iran tensionsWashington and Tehran have escalated tensions as hard-liners on each side seem to smell victory. Yet behind the posturing remains a chance for mediation by a neutral friend.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveTo end painful memoriesAfter suffering from PTSD for years, today鈥檚 contributor turned to God in heartfelt prayer. The realization that God鈥檚 peace and goodness are permanent freed her from the mental baggage without a long recovery or rebuilding process.
The Monitor's ViewMother鈥檚 love and loving our mothersAfter more than a century of official mother鈥檚 days in the U.S., much has changed for mothers. But not their central role as influencers of future generations.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhen life defies our efforts to planWhen her 鈥渙n-track鈥� life took an unexpected turn, today鈥檚 contributor panicked. But through prayer she came to realize that 鈥渨hen we humbly listen for God鈥檚 direction, the voices of fear and doubt are quieted, and we come to see the future as not a void of uncertainty but a promise of abundant blessings.鈥�
The Monitor's ViewWhy Sudan is a pivot for democracyThe battle for democracy in both Africa and the Arab world is playing out in the protests in Khartoum against military rule.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLifting women upToday鈥檚 contributor explores how a spiritual view of identity can restore the dignity of womanhood and uplift men and women alike.
The Monitor's ViewMyanmar's surprise turn toward rule of lawThe release of two Reuters reporters reflects the work of negotiators who played to the military鈥檚 own interest in rule of law. Dialogue won the day for press freedom.
The Monitor's ViewA special insight on species extinctionA UN-backed prediction of mass extinctions also suggests a revisioning of the 鈥榞ood life鈥� away from material-based economic growth.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe perfect selfieToday鈥檚 contributor explores a sense of identity that goes beyond complexion, build, and DNA: a spiritual way of looking at ourselves and others that brings out the best in us.
A different kind of national pride
