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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCan an honest inner victory change the headlines?Any triumph over ungodlike thoughts, such as fear and anger, contributes to greater peace in our communities.聽
The Monitor's ViewA House vote that breaks the narrativeThe bipartisan passage of aid for allies and other legislation may mark a shift toward leadership forged by reason instead of political passion.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHonoring Earth DayIn caring for the world around us, a spiritual view of our environment is an empowering starting point.
Israel, Gaza, and the 鈥榩ower of human existence鈥�The reality of life in a war zone is hard to comprehend, much less the聽sheer will and resilience required to carry on.
The Monitor's ViewHoly days during unholy warsInside Israel, both religious Muslims and Jews celebrate major religious holidays in ways that may bend the war in Gaza toward peace.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLoving our brother, even when it鈥檚 not easyPrayer can open wide horizons of comfort, boundless love, and healing.聽
The Monitor's ViewThe joy in Mexico鈥檚 electionDespite persistent violence, voters seek a freedom from fear by embracing two presidential candidates marking a historic change.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveA foundation for trustLooking to God, divine Love, for guidance empowers us to express and experience more integrity in our lives.
The Monitor's ViewReplenishing UkraineFrom money to arms to recruits, Ukraine鈥檚 leader tries to keep building up his country鈥檚 protections. Yet he also focuses on the arts and culture. Why?- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveUndisturbed amid the churnWhen the waters of life get turbulent, we can look to God, Spirit, for strength, peace, and safety.
The Monitor's ViewListening while on the stumpAs nearly half of humanity holds elections this year, voters seek to be heard in order to place their trust in democracy.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHealed of bipolar disorderRecognizing that we are created by God to experience joy and peace, not instability, opens the door to healing.
The Monitor's ViewWhy many in Iran root for IsraelA history of Iranians shaping an inclusive national identity may explain support for the Jewish state.
Should you trust the Monitor? We asked one media watchdog to audit us.As part of the Monitor鈥檚 Rebuilding Trust project, we wondered: Are we trustworthy? So we asked Trusting News to do an audit. Here鈥檚 what it found.聽- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe discovery that brings personal growthGetting to know our spiritual nature as God鈥檚 children 鈥� and honestly striving to live consistently with that nature 鈥� empowers us to be and do good, and to know our God-given worth.
The Monitor's ViewHidden restraints on a Mideast firestormIran鈥檚 threat of retaliation against Israel might be limited by the region鈥檚 trends toward peace.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLetting God take the reinsEven when we feel we鈥檝e let ourselves and others down, we can humbly and reliably turn to God to lead us forward in ways that bless.
The Monitor's ViewEurope鈥檚 model on migrationIn Europe and the U.S., illegal migration is a top concern. Yet new reforms by the European Union show how to balance competing views based on democratic values.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAgenda-free prayerAs we get to know God鈥檚 nature as entirely good, we come to find that the most effective prayer is a humble yielding to God鈥檚 love and care.
The Monitor's ViewHow resilient care can temper a warA yearlong war in Sudan could end by military victory or negotiation. Yet pro-democracy activists are attempting a sort of peacebuilding based on compassion.