S1E36 The Power of Prayer in Forgiveness: Practical Insights for Personal Growth

Friends,

During July we explored mourning loss in the forgiveness process. You heard interviews with Mama Jane, who struggled with fertility, Dr. Abby Jorgensen, who supports families experiencing perinatal loss, and Paige McLemore, whose sister was tragically murdered. Forgiveness involves loss, but it also brings hope, accessible through prayer.

In August, we will delve into various forms of prayer and devotion, focusing on inner healing prayer to soften our hearts towards self-forgiveness and forgiving others.

In today's episode, we explore what prayer is, different types of prayer, and their importance in the forgiveness process. We start with the definition of prayer and I share my earliest memories of prayer involving my grandmother, teaching me the Gentle Jesus prayer and the Our Father in Afrikaans.

I discuss two postures of praying—mental or silent prayer (contemplative prayer) and vocal prayer. Additionally, I explore four prayer intentions: blessing and adoration, petition, intercession, and thanksgiving.

Prayer is crucial in the forgiveness process. Without prayer, we're like a compass without a needle. 

Reference Links:

https://www.etymonline.com/word/prayer

https://mgoretti.org/mgstory

Next Steps:

1. Receive a free PDF when you sign up for my weekly newsletter.
2. Sign up for my 5 Days to Forgiveness Self-Guided Mini-Audio Retreat. 
3. Need someone to help you forgive in a shame-free, nonjudgmental space? Let's chat!
4. Check out this Brochure to learn more about my work.

Disclaimer: Opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their personal opinions and do not necessarily represent those of the host. The host understands that guests have the right to freedom of expression. 

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Thank you, and remember Friend, Forgiveness is for YOU!