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I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;
For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
(The Bible – I Tim 2: 1, 2)
… be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
Be of the same mind one toward another. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
(The Bible – KJV: Romans 12: 2, 10, 16, 18)
Overcoming Conflict a Sentinel Watch interview with Judith Hardy Olson
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Can our prayers make a tangible difference when it comes to overcoming conflict? Judith shares her experiences with praying about conflict and explains how our prayers can contribute to healing on the world stage.
These readings are from a Wednesday Testimony meeting in Canberra. They are on the topic of forgiveness.
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Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.
(The Bible KJV – Matthew 18: 21, 22)
This recording is of readings from the Bible and the textbook of Christian Science, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, on the topic of Peace.
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Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
(The Bible KJV – Matthew 5: 9)
Though storm or discord cross my path
Thy power is still my stay,
Though human will and woe would check
My upward-soaring way;
All unafraid I wait, the while
Thy angels bring release,
For still Thy presence is with me,
And Thou dost give me peace.
(Christian Science Hymnal 136 V2)
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God has shown me that I should not call any man common or unclean. In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality.  But in every nation whoever fears Him and works righteousness is accepted by Him.
(The Bible NKJV – Acts 10: 28, 34, 35)
Love is impartial and universal in its adaption and bestowals.
(Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy p13: 2)
A Sentinel Watch interview with Joan Bernard Bradley. Click here to listen.
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In this interview Joan talks about how she overcame resentment over incidents of racial abuse and discrimination. She goes on to tell how through prayer and effort she has been able build respectful relationships in racially diverse settings.
Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.
For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
(The Bible KJV – James 1: 19, 20)
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Speak gently to the erring ones,
They must have toiled in vain;
Perchance unkindness made them so;
O win them back again.
Speak gently, ’tis a little thing,
Dropped in the heart’s deep well;
The good, the joy that it may bring,
Eternity shall tell.
(Hymn 315 – verses 2 & 3 from the Christian Science Hymnal)
A Sentinel Watch interview with David Brown and Mark Sappenfield, Editor of the Christian Science Monitor.
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At the moment, it would seem that the world is politically quite polarised. In the media more attention is paid to the things that divide us than to the things that unit us. Sentiments are felt strongly resulting in divisions even within families. With US election fresh in thought and the expectation of an election in Australia early this year, this discussion is very timely. David and Mark share ideas on how we as individuals can support a genuine sense of unity and peace.
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