Requests for prayer?

I've seen somebody die caused by prayer. He had put so much trust in prayer, that he skipped taking his medicines.

If people put too much trust in the power of prayer, it can harm. Prayer doesn't work, and should at least have a little warning to come with it.

I know I should respect everybodies religious freedom. I also feel it's my duty to point out that prayer can actually harm innocent, gullible people.

It has absolutely nothing to do with my own agenda. I think it the compassionate thing to do, to warn people about the risks. There are people putting too much trust in the so called power of prayer. There are actually real people dieing from it.

Of course I won't jump in the middle of a prayer requests, where a mom asks to pray for her sick son or whatever. But I will tell her that my thoughts are with her, and that I truly hope she doesn't forget about any proper medical attention.

When we draw near to the needy, we draw near to Christ.

Prayer works, it's basically a tuning into the spiritual world of heaven. God does listen and reacts, and or sends help.

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The religious section sure gets a lot of non-religious people. Unless you call Christian bashing a religion, since they do it religiously.

Guidance from God and for those in need (including those needing Jesus).

Leaders

I agree with you.

But sometimes it's frustrating when ignorance is flaunted in front of you, even if its coming from a vulnerable place.

It costs nothing to be kind and compassionate.

Try a little less smarmy holier than thou preaching and people might just be more receptive to your remarks.

Star for you!

::hoists pint in agreement::

I'm hoisting a lot of pints today...

Yes, please, compassion, altruism... PLEASE?

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