by DrMichelle | Blog, prayer |
Life rarely unfolds without adversity. Loss, disappointment, uncertainty, relational conflict, health concerns, and unexpected transitions can all test our emotional endurance. While some individuals seem to recover more quickly from hardship than others, emotional resilience is not simply a personality trait. It is a capacity that can be cultivated over time.
One of the most powerful, and often overlooked, contributors to emotional resilience is prayer. Understanding how prayer builds emotional resilience can help us see this familiar spiritual practice in a new way.
by DrMichelle | Blog, prayer |
Prayer is not about finding the perfect words. It is about bringing your honest heart before God, even in seasons when faith feels dry, distracted, or difficult. Tama Fortner shares encouragement for anyone who has ever wrestled with prayer and needed the reminder that God is still listening, still near, and still inviting you into conversation with Him.
by DrMichelle | Blog, prayer |
We are commanded to pray, and Jesus modeled for us how to pray. But what happens to our brain when we pray? Prayer has often been described in spiritual terms: communion with God, a quieting of the soul, a surrender of burdens. Yet beneath these sacred moments, something equally profound is taking place within the brain. Prayer is not only a spiritual discipline; it is a neurologically formative practice that shapes how we think, feel, and respond to the world.
by DrMichelle | Blog, prayer |
As a neuropsychologist and a woman of faith, I’m often asked whether prayer can actually change the brain. It’s a fascinating question; one that bridges the realms of science and spirituality. For centuries, in addition to spiritual growth, people of faith have experienced the emotional and psychological benefits of prayer. Now, science is catching up, revealing that prayer not only strengthens our connection to God but also profoundly impacts the brain. In honor of National Train Your Brain Day, we’re going to explore the science of prayer and neuroplasticity to answer the question, “Can prayer actually rewire the brain?”
by DrMichelle | Blog, prayer |
Sometimes life can feel like an endless stream of challenges, one hurdle after another. We feel the weight of worry, fear, doubt, and even loneliness pressing down on us. We may find ourselves wondering if anyone truly understands the depth of what we’re going through. But here’s the good news: we are never alone. We have access to a hotline, open 24/7, that connects us to the One who sees, hears, and cares for us deeply—God Himself.
by DrMichelle | Blog, prayer |
It has been said that the enemy tries to limit our prayers because he knows the power of our prayers to limit him. Learn the who, what, where, why, and how of prayer, so you can unlock the power of prayer, approach God with confidence, and experience the hope He offers.
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