Gemini and Al A. Gammate wrote the following: Yes, for many individuals, praying for success can significantly increase their determination for success. This isn’t necessarily a mystical “magic wand” effect, but rather stems from several psychological and spiritual mechanisms: It’s important to note: In essence, praying for success can create a positive feedback loop: theContinue reading “Does praying for success increase one’s determination for success?”
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You Do Not Have Because You Do Not Ask
Did you ever stumble on an idea that gave you pause? Well, I had. I was reading the Bible one day, and I came across the following verse: “You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. You do not haveContinue reading “You Do Not Have Because You Do Not Ask”
Does Prayer Really Work?
Some time ago, I remember a study that was done on the efficacy of prayer. If my memory serves me correctly, it was supposed to be one of the biggest studies done on prayer. The study was set up to be a double-blind study in which religious volunteers would pray over the healing of medicallyContinue reading “Does Prayer Really Work?”
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