I was thinking about the power of prayer and positive intentions. It has been studied and proven in many cases that people who are prayed for do better when recovering from an illness.
So I was thinking, those of us temporarily challenged with Lyme should establish a world wide prayer time (daily) in which we can all call on GOD for help in dealing with this condition and to bring an end to our suffering.
The positive energy of prayer is very POWERFUL. If you don't believe this kind of massive prayer to GOD can help, that is totally alright ... maybe you can just offer a positive thought up to all Lymies in need (or just sit it out, no one will know).
I really don't know exactly what possesed me to post this but I guess it doesn't really matter.
So what do you all in the U.S. think would be a good time ? Of course we should consider all the various time zones. Maybe the U.S. could have one common time (adjusting for the time zones) and the rest of you all (Europe etc) could figure out a seperate "good time".
... and NO I am not crazy just VERY, VERY hopeful that this will work in some way, shape or form !
Also, I am sorry for posting this under Med questions, but I know this is the most popular destination.
Posted by clairenotes (Member # 10392) on :
Yes, I think there is something to this, too. Count me in if anyone should chose a time and day.
Oh yes... I am doubtful that this will cure anything outright, but I think that the energy from it could be helpful.
Claire
Posted by lymeout (Member # 8045) on :
I'm for it! I'm not good with time zone coordinating, but as long as it fits between5:30 AM and 11:00 PM Eastern, I can do it.
Posted by alliebridge (Member # 9103) on :
Count me in, too! I'm on the east coast (US). Posted by luvs2ride (Member # 8090) on :
Me too. I totally believe God is the great physician and he wants us to be healthy!
Luvs
Posted by Dawn in VA (Member # 9693) on :
Me too!
Posted by tic chick (Member # 9156) on :
James 5:16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.
Acts 3:1 [ Peter Heals the Crippled Beggar ] One day Peter and John were going up to the temple at the Time of PRAYER --at THREE in the afternoon.
I wish I had thought of this idea. There is great power in prayer. I am in.
Tic
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
We've done this before. It's nice to be able to join hands and hearts.
You'll have to move it to Off Topic though.
Posted by WildCondor (Member # 434) on :
Great and very loving idea. What time should we all pray? This is great, then you can feel the love and light coming from all directions. Yay!
Posted by susan2health (Member # 10446) on :
Couldn't find topic on OT, so I'm replying here:
Count me in!!!
Susan on CST
Posted by lymeout (Member # 8045) on :
Can we continue this in General Support? I had never been to "Off Topic" before this! I don't think anyone will find us there. It is, after all, a support measure.
Posted by lucecaboose (Member # 13058) on :
Count me in too, thank you for suggesting this.
Posted by lucecaboose (Member # 13058) on :
Count me in too, thank you for suggesting this.
Posted by Julz (Member # 12678) on :
Im in...I have been reading "The Secret" and applying into my life...now we can do it in force..."The Secret...Lyme" Great suggestion!!!Please let me know where to find the info on the time decided.
Julz
Posted by Julz (Member # 12678) on :
Im in...I have been reading "The Secret" and applying into my life...now we can do it in force..."The Secret...Lyme" Great suggestion!!!Please let me know where to find the info on the time decided.
Julz
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
Thanks to everyone so far, but I do not want to "break the rules" so I will move it to "OFF TOPICS". Please tell people it's there.
Let's START TODAY at 6 p.m. west coast time 9 p.m. east coast. Adjust for anyone else in other time zones. There is nothing written in stone. No rules. Just put out good intentions.
LET'S DO IT : )
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
I just tried moving it via the small icon on the bottom of the page marked "move topic", but it said only administrators could use this function. Anyway, I'll leave this thread here until I can figure it out, or someone instruct me.
6 p.m. today and everyday : )
Posted by tailz (Member # 10014) on :
I don't know if any of you ever googled 'Fire The Grid', but there is a woman who actually established a website and had a bunch of people all over the world praying at once. I haven't checked her website out lately though.
I think this is a great idea. Tell us when!
Posted by valymemom (Member # 7076) on :
A united moment of prayer sounds powerful.......and all things are possible thru Him/with Him.
Posted by heiwalove (Member # 6467) on :
i think this is a wonderful idea, and i think it can apply to people of all faiths/spiritual beliefs.
9 pm ET it is! Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
Hey, I like this - I'm in, too.
Yikes! It's almost time!
You know, this really isn't a ``discussion about religion''........
...but rather the establishment of a ``Spiritual Medicine Hour''.
Maybe this thread is in the right place after all.
Tracy
Posted by aiden424 (Member # 7633) on :
Count me in too!!
Kathy
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
So I have to delete it, then repost it ? Who is Jennifer ?
"Spiritual Medicine Hour" is a very cool way to look at it. Mass prayer has been known to be very effective. I hope this idea can flourish. I hope that by deleting it, it does not get "lost".
This idea isn't about religion or politics but about the power of mass intentions being put forth. I do inderstand those who are concerned about the topic.
How about this as a possible solution, if it does start getting "ugly" I will delete it. That would be the opposite of my intent anyway.
Posted by GardenLymer (Member # 6008) on :
Missed it tonight, but I'll be tuned in tomorrow at 8pm central time!
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
Please, let's do it everyday ... let's not let it fizzle out.
If one does not want to do it, just simply don't. No debate.
It's worth a try : )
Posted by lymeout (Member # 8045) on :
I was 5 minutes late last night, but I have to tell you, it felt so good knowing that we were joined together and using our energy for the same purpose. It was spirit-lifting! I know it will take me time to get in the habit, so I am posting sticky notes in strategic locations to help me remember.
I hope the board will see this as a spiritual activity, not as a religious discussion, and allow it to remain on the boards until all who might wish to participate have had a chance to see it.
Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
Lightwise, a suggestion: perhaps if you go back and edit your initial post and right at the beginning, ask people NOT to engage in any discussion of their faith or religion or beliefs on this thread perhaps Jenifer will allow this topic to stay in the Medical Questions forum.
Jenifer is the acting moderator of the LymeNet board. You can contact her at: [email protected]
So glad you suggested this!
Tracy
[ 29. September 2007, 12:57 PM: Message edited by: Jenifer ]
Posted by inseattle (Member # 12743) on :
Count me in. A double-blind study accepted by the AMA proved prayer works. In fact, a physican down the street asked me to pray for her daughter, who has cancer. Kate
Posted by 5dana8 (Member # 7935) on :
sorry.....I didn't read the whole thread or check my calender.
Today is the 29th So the prayer thing was yesterday? Am sorry I missed it, it was a fab idea.
sorry I brought this thread up to the top again.
too many stimulants today Posted by 5dana8 (Member # 7935) on :
a thousand apologies Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
Hi everyone, we have been moved, that is o.k. as long as people know about it.
Everyday at 6 p.m. (u.s. west coast) 9 p.m. (u.s. east coast). If you are somewhere else adjust accordingly.
No rules, just your own personal prayer for all with Lyme, for a scientific breakthrough, a natural treatment breakthrough ... that this subject get's on Oprah (ha, ha) : ) ... anything that helps us all.
Any suggetions on how to get as many people aware of this prayer circle ... "Spiritual Medicine Hour" ????
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
You could PM people. A few each day.
I prayed for all of us today at our prayer meeting at church. I also prayed for a cure .. not just "management" of this disease.
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
Thank you !
Let's keep this alive and growing !
6 p.m. west coast 9 p.m. east coast everybody else do the math
Thanks.
Posted by AmyPW8 (Member # 11504) on :
This idea is beautiful and btilliant. Thank you.
Every night then?
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
HI everyone from now on all the reminder threads will be entitled "Spiritual Medicine Hour" as per "Truthfinde's" cool suggestion.
Posted by bettyg (Member # 6147) on :
Spiritual Medicine Hour
UGGESTION: would you kindly edit your post byclicking on PENCIL icon to right of your nickname which opens up subject line and body text.
do this until you are all done ok. click edit send; done. thank you! xox
Posted by elle108 (Member # 11730) on :
I just came across this thread and think it is an EXCELLENT idea. I live on the US east coast so 9 PM tonight I will join everyone in prayer!
Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
To spread the word.....
What if a few of us put something like this in our signature line on LymeNet....
I'm not thrilled with the term ``Lyme Community''..... would like any suggestions....
Tracy
Posted by marie (Member # 3980) on :
Count me in too. Thanks for this idea.
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
Greetings to all, let's keep this thing alive. Pray for a scientific breakthrough cure, pray for a breakthrough "natural cure" discovery, pray for our reduction in pain/symptoms ... Pray for an end to this thing called Lyme !
Daily prayer for us who are "Bacterialy Challenged": 6 p.m. west coast U.S. 9 p.m. east coast U.S.
The rest of the world adjust the time accordingly so we can all pray together.
Thanks.
Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
Keep praying ya'll ... anytime between the hour. 6-7 pm wst US 9-10 pm est US
Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
**up**
.... I love this idea. Posted by lightwise (Member # 10661) on :
I am the one who sugested this, and I have been guilty of forgetting to pray ... anyway now that confession is over : ) I will get back to the task.
Thank You all for participating !
Daily world-wide prayers welcome for the Lyme Community - every day at 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time and 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time - all faiths welcome!
Posted by Lymester (Member # 5848) on :
We could also have a 3am for those sleep deprived lymies!
I bet there would be TONS of spirituality going on then.
lightwise, It is a great idea.
Posted by Truthfinder (Member # 8512) on :
True, Lymester.... but even though I'm usually up at that hour, I'm not sure my prayers would make a bit of sense.... Posted by Niere (Member # 14387) on :
I was aware of the prayer time but hadn't seen this thread.
It's beautiful.
And I think it deserves a bump. Posted by mtree (Member # 14305) on :
I'm hoping this is still going on.....
I am east coast and will say my prayers at 9:00pm......
........when life gets to difficult to stand..... ..............kneel..........
mtree
Posted by BJK (Member # 13251) on :
My wife and I are in too....
God is able to do imeasurably more than we can ask or even imagine!
BJK
regardless of where its supposed to be posted its an awsome post!
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So the prayer thing was yesterday? Am sorry I missed it, it was a fab idea. ![[shake]](graemlins/shake.gif)
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thank you! xox