Science Recognizes The Power of Prayer (3)
"Pray one for another, that ye may be healed." James 5:16
Paul writes, "Instead of worrying...shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God's wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down" (Philippians 4:6-7 MSG). Here are three final thoughts on the power of prayer: (1) Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan found that when prayer and religious practices are important to people, their stress levels plummet and they experience much less anxiety. (2) University of Texas researchers determined that people who regularly attend church take a more active role in maintaining their health. They're more likely to get regular checkups and take vitamins, and less likely to abuse alcohol and tobacco. They also tend to exercise daily and get a good night's sleep. Consequently, they live longer, healthier lives. The Bible says your body is the home of the Holy Spirit...it doesn't belong to you (See 1 Corinthians 6:19), so you must respect and take care of it. (3) Research on Aging published study results from three major universities showing that people who hold meaningful religious beliefs and live accordingly are less likely to suffer from heart disease. They key lies in the critical role of blood pressure and heart disease. People who described their perspective as, "My religious beliefs are what lie behind my approach to life," had healthier blood pressure readings and weren't negatively affected when they experienced stress. It's important to note that all these research reports were published by secular, nonreligious institutions. The truth is, daily prayer enriches and enhances every aspect of your life.
This message taken from: Daily Devotional - The Word For You Today
Paul writes, "Instead of worrying...shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God's wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down" (Philippians 4:6-7 MSG). Here are three final thoughts on the power of prayer: (1) Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan found that when prayer and religious practices are important to people, their stress levels plummet and they experience much less anxiety. (2) University of Texas researchers determined that people who regularly attend church take a more active role in maintaining their health. They're more likely to get regular checkups and take vitamins, and less likely to abuse alcohol and tobacco. They also tend to exercise daily and get a good night's sleep. Consequently, they live longer, healthier lives. The Bible says your body is the home of the Holy Spirit...it doesn't belong to you (See 1 Corinthians 6:19), so you must respect and take care of it. (3) Research on Aging published study results from three major universities showing that people who hold meaningful religious beliefs and live accordingly are less likely to suffer from heart disease. They key lies in the critical role of blood pressure and heart disease. People who described their perspective as, "My religious beliefs are what lie behind my approach to life," had healthier blood pressure readings and weren't negatively affected when they experienced stress. It's important to note that all these research reports were published by secular, nonreligious institutions. The truth is, daily prayer enriches and enhances every aspect of your life.
This message taken from: Daily Devotional - The Word For You Today
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