What do you think of the different prayers?

Hogwarts03 · Post by **Hogwarts03** » 25 May 2021, 11:19

Honestly, this is not something we can all agree on. I, in particular, have very mixed feelings. Because the prayers are mostly for a Christian audience, I would have to step back from that as I'm not Christian. But in the sense of general prayers, I do agree that it's important to pray (if you're religious) because I happen to be religious and it's a daily routine if mine. I really think it depends with the person in question.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 25 May 2021, 19:55

Hogwarts03 wrote: ↑25 May 2021, 11:19 Honestly, this is not something we can all agree on. I, in particular, have very mixed feelings. Because the prayers are mostly for a Christian audience, I would have to step back from that as I'm not Christian. But in the sense of general prayers, I do agree that it's important to pray (if you're religious) because I happen to be religious and it's a daily routine if mine. I really think it depends with the person in question.

I agree. Rather we are all Christians, or not, or a mix, we will not agree on what type of prayer is best. I think that is okay. The beauty of prayer is that we are talking with our Maker, not how we go about it. It will completely depend on each person. Thank you for sharing your perspective.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 26 May 2021, 00:31

I am not a Catholic. So I am lack of knowledge to provide this question a direct answer. But as per my view, there are many additions to almost all religions throughout the history. These prayers too cannot be an exclusion from that. So if one is in indecision regarding choosing among prayers, I think it is better to go for some guidance. Maybe a priest can help in such a situation.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 26 May 2021, 11:46

Sushan wrote: ↑26 May 2021, 00:31 I am not a Catholic. So I am lack of knowledge to provide this question a direct answer. But as per my view, there are many additions to almost all religions throughout the history. These prayers too cannot be an exclusion from that. So if one is in indecision regarding choosing among prayers, I think it is better to go for some guidance. Maybe a priest can help in such a situation.

Not all Christians are Catholic and this book was written more for Christians than Catholics. I think each person has to decide for themselves what prayers they want to say. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Ahbed Nadir · Post by **Ahbed Nadir** » 28 May 2021, 05:36

Dzejn_Crvena wrote: ↑23 May 2021, 11:57
Ahbed Nadir wrote: ↑19 May 2021, 01:37 I usually have a very busy day so when I have the chance, I simply pray to God under my breath, talking to Him as I work or go about my activities and this helps as well. Great take on this.
I do this. When I was studying in a religious school, we always had prayer time at least 4 times a day. Now that I work, I do not follow the usual routine.
Some anxious people are embarrassed to voice their thoughts, so they find comfort in praying alone while meditating.
I sometimes write my prayer request and drop them into a prayer box. When it gets too confidential, I burn the letter.

Some people feel shy about praying in groups such as fellowships or prayer groups and as such feel uncomfortable praying to God. Its sometimes best to pray wherever they find themselves most comfortable, in a quiet place with no eyes on them so they can feel at ease in the presence of God.

Dzejn_Crvena · Post by **Dzejn_Crvena** » 28 May 2021, 09:44

Ahbed Nadir wrote: ↑28 May 2021, 05:36 Some people feel shy about praying in groups such as fellowships or prayer groups and as such feel uncomfortable praying to God. Its sometimes best to pray wherever they find themselves most comfortable, in a quiet place with no eyes on them so they can feel at ease in the presence of God.

Indeed. As much as I "feel shy" about it, I don't think other people deserve to know such private thoughts from me. If I'm going to address someone, I prefer to say it directly. Maybe other introverts can relate to this, too.

Emmanuel Kolapo · Post by **Emmanuel Kolapo** » 28 May 2021, 11:48

I believe in all types of praying as long as it is done to commune with the God. Since the daily routine of a Man is not fixed eternally, I believe that at one time or the other, we tend to deviate from our norms when we schedule our normal prayer type.

Though I don't fully understand all the type of prayers mentioned but I love the prayer walking type.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 28 May 2021, 12:34

Ahbed Nadir wrote: ↑28 May 2021, 05:36
Dzejn_Crvena wrote: ↑23 May 2021, 11:57
Ahbed Nadir wrote: ↑19 May 2021, 01:37 I usually have a very busy day so when I have the chance, I simply pray to God under my breath, talking to Him as I work or go about my activities and this helps as well. Great take on this.
I do this. When I was studying in a religious school, we always had prayer time at least 4 times a day. Now that I work, I do not follow the usual routine.
Some anxious people are embarrassed to voice their thoughts, so they find comfort in praying alone while meditating.
I sometimes write my prayer request and drop them into a prayer box. When it gets too confidential, I burn the letter.
Some people feel shy about praying in groups such as fellowships or prayer groups and as such feel uncomfortable praying to God. Its sometimes best to pray wherever they find themselves most comfortable, in a quiet place with no eyes on them so they can feel at ease in the presence of God.

All the prayers that Jeff Meyer discussed were in places where the person would be alone in the presence of God. He did not say anything about praying in groups. It is best if we all pray to God in places where we are comfortable. It does not have to be complicated or rehearsed, we just come as we are. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 28 May 2021, 12:37

Dzejn_Crvena wrote: ↑28 May 2021, 09:44
Ahbed Nadir wrote: ↑28 May 2021, 05:36 Some people feel shy about praying in groups such as fellowships or prayer groups and as such feel uncomfortable praying to God. Its sometimes best to pray wherever they find themselves most comfortable, in a quiet place with no eyes on them so they can feel at ease in the presence of God.
Indeed. As much as I "feel shy" about it, I don't think other people deserve to know such private thoughts from me. If I'm going to address someone, I prefer to say it directly. Maybe other introverts can relate to this, too.

The prayers that Jeff Meyer discussed in this book were more for people to pray alone, not in a group. Even the Bible talks about Jesus going into solitary places to pray, we are not to pray for the attention of others. No one needs to know your private thoughts, those are between you and God. We should all be direct, not only with God, but with the others that we encounter. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

Post by **Nichole Kurns** » 31 May 2021, 21:33

I believe in doing what works best for you when it comes to prayers. Prayer is a personal communication. I realize that a do all of forms of prayers mentioned.

Oyedeji Okikioluwa · Post by **Oyedeji Okikioluwa** » 01 Jun 2021, 06:19

Sushan wrote: ↑26 May 2021, 00:31 I am not a Catholic. So I am lack of knowledge to provide this question a direct answer. But as per my view, there are many additions to almost all religions throughout the history. These prayers too cannot be an exclusion from that. So if one is in indecision regarding choosing among prayers, I think it is better to go for some guidance. Maybe a priest can help in such a situation.

I agree with you, but I think the guidance we need should be from your relationship with your Creator. Priests can make mistakes as humans, but our relationship with our Creator can help with guidance.

Mercy Osmond · Post by **Mercy Osmond** » 01 Jun 2021, 08:36

I think everyone have different methods of praying, it just depend on the individual connection with God. For me i pray in different ways, sometimes i talk to God when am in the toilet or when am lying down etc.

Oyedeji Okikioluwa · Post by **Oyedeji Okikioluwa** » 01 Jun 2021, 12:17

Mercy Osmond wrote: ↑01 Jun 2021, 08:36 I think everyone have different methods of praying, it just depend on the individual connection with God. For me i pray in different ways, sometimes i talk to God when am in the toilet or when am lying down etc.

This is what I am saying, your connection and relationship with your God should be a determinant factor. I agree with you.

Jasleen Chadha · Post by **Jasleen Chadha** » 01 Jun 2021, 15:14

I believe praying is very personal and spiritual feeling. It can be done in more than one way or none at all. For some, praying is just like meditating and leaving behind your worries, while for some, it is all about taking into account all of those worries and asking for some peace in return.

cd20 · Post by **cd20** » 01 Jun 2021, 18:03

Nichole Tiffany wrote: ↑31 May 2021, 21:33 I believe in doing what works best for you when it comes to prayers. Prayer is a personal communication. I realize that a do all of forms of prayers mentioned.

I completely agree. I think sections like this are good for those who don't think they know how to pray or would do better with more routine prayers. But, ultimately prayer is a personal communication and it is up to us how we feel it is best to pray. THank you for sharing your thoughts.