Tag Archives: prayer

RS Lesson #9: Open Your Soul to the Lord In Prayer

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Deborah

Opening Reflection Prayer.   It’s the earliest lesson in primary (“Fold your arms and close your eyes”) and yet as we grow older, the conversation grows richer, deeper — or perhaps more painful and confusing. How do we speak to God? How … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Prayer #3: What Do I Expect From Prayer?

Posted on February 4, 2012 by DefyGravity

A few weeks ago, a friend posted on her Facebook page that her husband had been laid off. There were several comments under her post, many of which said something along the lines of “We’ll pray for you.” I wanted … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Prayer #2 : What Is Prayer For?

Posted on January 7, 2012 by DefyGravity

As a child (I’ve been contrary my entire life) I often thought that there was little point in praying. On the one hand, I was taught that God knows everything, including what we need and want. Prayer was supposed to … Continue reading →

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Shortcutting Past Moroni’s Promise

Posted on December 5, 2011 by April

Moroni 10:4-5 is perhaps the most memorized passage in LDS scripture: And when ye shall receive these things, I would exhort you that ye would ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ, if these things are not … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Prayer #1: Why is There a Pattern for Prayer?

Posted on December 3, 2011 by DefyGravity

I’ve been pondering prayer, so my next few posts will likely be on this topic. I’ve always struggled with the LDS concept of prayer. I love the idea of expressing myself to God, but even as a kid I wasn’t … Continue reading →

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up the hill (god, belief, sweat, etc)

Posted on March 25, 2011 by G

The other morning I ran up Tumamoc hill. First time I’ve ever been able to run up the whole thing: It’s short, 1.5 miles to the top for a quick 3 mile round trip; but brutal steep: you climb up … Continue reading →

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A Thousand Ways to Pray

Posted on February 2, 2011 by EmilyCC

Long ago, I worked as a hospital chaplain.  In our training, we learned that we should be prepared to say “spontaneous prayers” with patients.  These were unscripted prayers, where we told God what we were thankful for and what we’d … Continue reading →

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The Sign of the Rose

Posted on July 26, 2010 by Deborah

Spring 2009.  I awoke one morning to a future that seemed frighteningly uncertain and months of prayers that seemed unanswered. Limbs achy with anxiety.  I’m sure you know the feeling . . . That morning, as I left for work, … Continue reading →

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The Postures of Prayer

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Caroline

I’m not generally an eye closer during prayers. Nor am I an arm folder. If I’m in a public space like church, I tend to slightly bow my head so as to not make any other non-eye closers too uncomfortable. … Continue reading →

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wrong turns

Posted on May 2, 2010 by G

It has happened several times now in the past week: While driving, my mind wanders (there’s a lot for it to wander around in right now). Thinking through circumstances, wondering about actions made and decisions coming up… When suddenly… I … Continue reading →

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