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Not convinced that forgiveness has that much power over you?
Studies have shown that when we can let go of resentment (that doesn’t mean condone ), which is the mental act of letting go( we can pray for and/or write down who we forgive), our subsequent cortisol levels decrease, anxiety, depression, blood pressure and overall happiness in life improves.
Mindfulness:~ Simple Stress Relieving Technique:Sit up straight in a comfortable chair and close your eyes. Be in the present moment.
Begin by taking a deep breath and hold it for 5 seconds.. Exhale and relax, pause for 5 seconds. Relax your abdomen, your shoulders , arms and legs, letting all go. Repeat this breathing pattern again, but this time when you breathe in, visualize breathing in “peace”. Hold and breathe out “pain.”
Repeat this breathing exercise again, breathing in “love”. Now exhale “fear.”
Repeat again for 2 more times, breathing in “hope” and exhale “doubt.”
Now, just breathe normally and visualize yourself healthy, strong, empowered, relaxed and confident.
Holy Spirit, drive away from me all forms of sickness and disease. Restore strength to my body and joy to my spirit, so that in my renewed health, I may bless and serve You, now and forevermore.
Dear God, I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. I reach forward today, touch the hem of Your garment , and receive my healing. Yes, I want to get well. Give me the faith to walk in freedom and victory. In Jesus’ Name. Amen (Sharon Jaynes)
O God of peace,who hast taught us that in returning and rest we shall be saved, in quietness and confidence shall be our strength: By the might of thy Spirit lift us, we pray thee, to thy presence, where we may still and know that thou art God: through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Episcopal Prayer
For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
What is impossible with men is possible with God. Luke l8:27
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