Interesting timing for this read. Was having a conversation with a new friend who was sharing his spiritual thoughts with me. Came at a good time when I have been feeling kind of low and disconnected from reality. It was a good conversation. I needed a reminder to connect with God and think about things I have been feeling. Then I saw this post shortly thereafter.
Excellent and thought provoking as always, Paul. I was raised in Texas by Baptist parents who believed fully in the power of prayer. Praying is second nature to me because of that. I have a journal dedicated to people I pray for and broken into categories - for short term issues, longer term issues and chronic issues. These can be anything - health or finance or relationship or whatever challenge someone is facing. I love doing it. It keeps me connected to my friends and family and I especially love to follow up every 60 days to see how God is answering our prayers or if He answered yet. When someone tells me that they are praying for me, it strikes me to my very core. It humbles me to think that someone takes their time to approach the God of the universe to offer my name up in prayer. So powerful and so beautiful. I love that you start your day this way too. Being connected spiritually at the start of every day centers me in a way that nothing else does.
Fascinating. I never thought about categories of prayer but it makes sense. And yes, I feel the same way….it’s very humbling and powerful when someone tells you they will pray for you. it’s a great gift. Cheers……
Another good one, Paul. And I know you are talking about traditional prayer.. but do you still do yoga? … didn’t you consider yoga or meditation a form of praying?
I don't do yoga anymore because I don't think it's good for my hip. I stopped doing it in favor of swimming and my hip problems went away. But I guess I don't consider it a form of prayer, at least not for me. I think it could be if you set an intention and really stick with it. I could never do that. I got more caught up in the physical side of yoga. That said, I don't think you have to go to Mass for example but I think I need to set aside some moments to really pray for someone.
I’ll say a little prayer for you.
thank you.
Interesting timing for this read. Was having a conversation with a new friend who was sharing his spiritual thoughts with me. Came at a good time when I have been feeling kind of low and disconnected from reality. It was a good conversation. I needed a reminder to connect with God and think about things I have been feeling. Then I saw this post shortly thereafter.
life is funny like that, ain’t it? sometimes you get what you need when you need it. thanks for reading.
Excellent and thought provoking as always, Paul. I was raised in Texas by Baptist parents who believed fully in the power of prayer. Praying is second nature to me because of that. I have a journal dedicated to people I pray for and broken into categories - for short term issues, longer term issues and chronic issues. These can be anything - health or finance or relationship or whatever challenge someone is facing. I love doing it. It keeps me connected to my friends and family and I especially love to follow up every 60 days to see how God is answering our prayers or if He answered yet. When someone tells me that they are praying for me, it strikes me to my very core. It humbles me to think that someone takes their time to approach the God of the universe to offer my name up in prayer. So powerful and so beautiful. I love that you start your day this way too. Being connected spiritually at the start of every day centers me in a way that nothing else does.
- Lysa Richey
Fascinating. I never thought about categories of prayer but it makes sense. And yes, I feel the same way….it’s very humbling and powerful when someone tells you they will pray for you. it’s a great gift. Cheers……
It is just as important to say that prayer as it is to suggest to someone you will.
Another good one, Paul. And I know you are talking about traditional prayer.. but do you still do yoga? … didn’t you consider yoga or meditation a form of praying?
I don't do yoga anymore because I don't think it's good for my hip. I stopped doing it in favor of swimming and my hip problems went away. But I guess I don't consider it a form of prayer, at least not for me. I think it could be if you set an intention and really stick with it. I could never do that. I got more caught up in the physical side of yoga. That said, I don't think you have to go to Mass for example but I think I need to set aside some moments to really pray for someone.
Absolutely !