The True Joy of Positive Living Ch:16

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Before giving a speech or sermon, what does the author primarily pray for?

  • For clarity of mind to say the right thing in a way that helps people. (correct)
  • For personal recognition and career advancement.
  • To impress the audience with his knowledge and eloquence.
  • To receive material wealth and success from his speaking engagements.

What motivated the character actor's initial decline in his career?

  • His egotism and abandonment of God. (correct)
  • Conflicts with directors and fellow actors.
  • A lack of talent and skill in acting.
  • His inability to adapt to changing trends in the industry.

After his period of decline, what action marked the turning point in the character actor's career?

  • Praying for the audience and sending them 'love thoughts'. (correct)
  • Hiring a new agent who revitalized his career.
  • Securing a leading role in a major motion picture.
  • Moving to a different city to start anew.

How did the author respond to the man in the audience who appeared to hate him?

<p>He made the man a special object of prayer, sending loving thoughts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the man's 'confession' to the author after the speech?

<p>He always disliked preachers because he felt one had wronged his father, but his hate dissolved during the speech. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the convention luncheon in Boston, what incident occurred that captured everyone's attention?

<p>One of the drunken men shouted 'Jesus Christ' in a profane way. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the author respond to the man shouting, 'Jesus Christ'?

<p>He said, 'That's right. You have spoken the Name of your best friend, the One who will never let you down.' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was J.L. Kraft's method for obtaining answers to his business problems in the early days of his company?

<p>Talking over his problems with his horse, Paddy, and praying. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to J.L. Kraft, how did he ensure he would receive guidance by a specific time?

<p>He set a specific deadline for when he needed the answer and communicated this to the Lord. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Harry DeCamp's physical condition prior to his healing?

<p>He was diagnosed with a cancerous mass and sent home to die. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the key element that Harry DeCamp incorporated into his prayer routine after reading the article in Guideposts magazine?

<p>Visualizing himself being healed, including imagining healthy cells attacking the unhealthy ones. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did doctors discover after Harry DeCamp began to feel hungry again?

<p>The disease no longer existed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After his prayer, the Rotarian went to lunch and as he waited for the light to change, what happened?

<p>The answer to his problem came to him clearly. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Harry DeCamp say about his relationship with God before his illness?

<p>He had only a nodding relationship with God. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

The Power of Prayer

Prayer is real and a powerful force available to everyone, offering guidance and support.

Answers to Prayer

Answers to prayer come in three forms: yes, no, or wait awhile, each ultimately proving to be right.

Praying Before Speaking

Seeking divine help for clarity of mind to help others, not for personal impressiveness.

Ego and Humility

Humble yourself and focus on sending love thoughts to others.

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Sending Love Thoughts

Sending love thoughts through prayer to help and encourage others.

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Prayer and Love Connection

Prayer, when linked with love, has miracle-working power, capable of changing hearts and minds.

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Prayer in Difficult Situations

Quick prayer with loving thoughts can influence people.

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Effective Prayer Technique

Believing that God hears you and thanking Him in advance.

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Unexpected Answers

Answers to problems often come unexpectedly when one believes and remains confident.

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Prayer Plus Hard Work

Prayer combined with hard work brings growth.

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Timing Your Prayers

If you are a believer in prayer, your answer will be there for you.

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Harry DeCamp

A man healed by imaging healthy cells and praying to God.

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The Power of Visualization

Visualizing and praying can lead to physical healing.

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The Ultimate Power

Prayer and faith are the highest form of power.

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Study Notes

The Power of Prayer

  • Prayer is a real and amazing power available to everyone.
  • It has been a guiding and supporting factor in life decisions and crises.

Answers to Prayer

  • Prayer is answered in three ways: yes, no, or wait awhile.
  • In each case, the answer has proven to be the right one.

Praying Before Speaking

  • Divine help is crucial for effective speaking, especially clarity of mind to help people.
  • Prayers should focus on helping others, not on making an impression.

Story of a Character Actor

  • A character actor's career declined due to egotism.
  • He turned back to God, became humble, and prayed for others.
  • Sending "love thoughts" to the audience changed his life and career.

Sending Love Thoughts

  • Praying and sending love thoughts to audiences can provide help, courage, and faith.
  • Forgetting oneself and loving others aligns with working for God.

Chamber of Commerce Incident

  • The speaker prayed for a man in the audience who seemed to hate him.
  • The man confessed that his hatred for preachers had inexplicably vanished.
  • This shows the miracle-working power of prayer linked with love.

Convention Luncheon Incident

  • The speaker encountered unruly, drunk men at a convention.
  • After one of them shouted "Jesus Christ," the speaker affirmed the name.
  • This sobered the men and led one to express shame and renew his faith.
  • Quick prayer and loving thoughts can reach people and have a positive impact.

Solving Problems Through Prayer

  • A Rotarian with a tough problem was advised to pray and express gratitude in advance.
  • The answer came suddenly while walking, demonstrating prayer's power in problem-solving.

J. L. Kraft's Experience

  • J. L. Kraft built his cheese company through prayer and hard work.
  • He would talk to his horse, Paddy, and receive answers to his problems.
  • Believers in prayer will receive answers when they need them.

Harry DeCamp's Healing

  • Harry DeCamp, diagnosed with terminal cancer, began to pray after receiving a get-well card.
  • He visualized healthy cells fighting the cancer cells, led by Christ.
  • He was healed, which was confirmed by doctors.
  • Prayer-imaging can produce similar results for others.

Prayer and Faith

  • Prayer and faith constitute the highest form of power.

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