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Hope for nations in selfless acts
Originally published in The Christian Science Monitor, September 29, 2015.
A Christian Science Monitor editorial (see facing page) on the devaluations of the Chinese currency pointed out the need for nations to look out not just for their own self-interest but for the interests of other countries, bringing to bear in their decision-making a broader sense of fairness—blessing others as well as their own citizens. This is particularly so when their decisions may have a direct impact on the prosperity of other nations, the editorial pointed out.
Are such higher motivations in the actions of individuals, as well as of nations, too much to hope for in a world in which self-interest often seems to trump concern for others?
The profound teachings of Christ Jesus more than 2,000 years ago may provide a powerful healing model to resolve such pressing world problems today. However complex the relations of nations and the interconnectivity of the global economy have become, the underlying need to lift the motives and aims of nations and individuals to protect and safeguard the security of people everywhere is not new.
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December 14, 2015 issue
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Letters
Research, Consuela, Suzanne Connolly, Sara Fletcher
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In the kingdom of God—now and always
Joan Sherman Hunt
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The compassion that heals
Sally House Heinsohn
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Too good to be true?
Peter Ross
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Prayer and true security
Elizabeth Mata
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A moment of need and a favorite psalm
Sandra Balderston
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Won it!
Billy Brooke
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Feeling of isolation and symptoms of illness healed
Johanna Keelor
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Freedom from arthritis symptoms
Garwin Smith
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Daughter’s injuries healed
Kaye Cover with contributions from Kim A. Cover
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Arise, arise and shine
Photograph by James Scott
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In a smaller world, giants must tread with care
The Monitor’s Editorial Board
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Hope for nations in selfless acts
Martha Moffett
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Our role in the healing mission of church
David C. Kennedy