Praying for wellness has recently become an unexpectedly controversial practice, but one I feel is a legitimate addition to conventional medical treatment. It has no potential to cause harm, and its benefits are boundless. Appealing to a higher power to restore health is recognized across all cultures throughout history, and speaks to the spiritual aspect of our being.If you're interested in this subject, I recommend you read an excellent book on this topic, "Reinventing Medicine: Beyond Mind-Body to a New Era of Healing," by Larry Dossey, M.D., (Harper San Francisco, 1999). In his book, Dr. Dossey describes a growing body of scientific evidence attesting to the power of prayer in healing.
Thursday, May 25, 2006
Praying for wellness has recently become an unexpectedly controversial practice, but one I feel is a legitimate addition to conventional medical treatment. It has no potential to cause harm, and its benefits are boundless. Appealing to a higher power to restore health is recognized across all cultures throughout history, and speaks to the spiritual aspect of our being.If you're interested in this subject, I recommend you read an excellent book on this topic, "Reinventing Medicine: Beyond Mind-Body to a New Era of Healing," by Larry Dossey, M.D., (Harper San Francisco, 1999). In his book, Dr. Dossey describes a growing body of scientific evidence attesting to the power of prayer in healing.