Selected articles from The Christian Science Monitor
After the competition
Bea Roegge | from The Christian Science Monitor
Are all those who don’t win a competition really losers? The answer is up to them. By adhering to the truth that they’re spiritual and the complete reflection of God and by claiming all God’s attributes as their own, they can bring victory to every contest. read
Prayers for strength and courage in Chile
Rosalie E. Dunbar | from The Christian Science Monitor
In our prayers for everyone affected by the Chilean earthquake, we can recognize the ability of Christ to guide them to solutions and to give them strength, flexibility, wisdom, and love. Each time any one of us gains a better understanding of this spiritual fact, we help reveal the needed human solutions. read
For peace and stability in Turkey
Rosalie E. Dunbar | from The Christian Science Monitor
Whatever the human cause of Turkey’s troubles, prayer can help reveal a divine solution—one that will uncover whatever needs to be corrected or removed, including wrongdoing and malice. read
The Olympics and our own comfort zone
Alexis Deacon | from The Christian Science Monitor
Sometimes in order to move forward, you have to get out of your comfort zone. If you feel that you’re hesitating to take some next step even if you know what is right to do, you can challenge the fear by recognizing the presence and power of God, divine Love. You are not alone; God is with you, giving you what you need. read
Renaming the unemployment picture
from The Christian Science Monitor
As jobseekers discern their genuine spiritual name and nature, what they really have to give dawns on them. Where they can give it—in a particular job, for example—naturally falls into place. The way forward comes into focus. That helps jobseekers and employers. read
Abundance of innovation
Brian D. Talcott | from The Christian Science Monitor
As national economies change, innovation brings new jobs to accomplish new tasks. Prayer that acknowledges God as the source of ideas can speed this progress. The Creator is infinitely creative and can show us the innovations needed, provide opportunities, and direct the paths of those needing jobs. read
A world economy that calls for hope and confidence
Rebecca Odegaard | from The Christian Science Monitor
Many are concerned about the world economy. But with divine law underpinning growth and stability, we can prayerfully watch God’s hand support every step of economic progress. And we don’t have to be discouraged by signs of disturbance as progress is under way. Even a small flower rising to the light causes the earth to adjust. read
Letting go of fear
Courtney Brownewell | from The Christian Science Monitor
Lack—of money, of friends and companionship, of education or employment, of good health—involves fear that something bad will happen because we don’t have enough of what we think we need. But Christ Jesus taught that God has infinite resources and supplies everything we need. read
Peace building through forgiveness in Northern Ireland
Marta Greenwood | from The Christian Science Monitor
Many believe that peace in Northern Ireland was the result of brave acts of individual forgiveness that moved people to start a whole new movement and push for peace in their communities. read
Defense against terrorism
Robert R. MacKusick | from The Christian Science Monitor
Even thwarted terrorist attacks can make people afraid, which is just what the terrorists want. But we can realize that we’re firmly rooted in God’s love, goodness, and presence, which dispels fear and keeps us safe. read
