The secret of prayer and its power in the outward life depends upon an unconditional faith in, and reliance upon, this inner Presence. We must enter the closet, as Jesus said. That is, we are to shut out all else and enter the Presence of the Spirit, in quietness and confidence — believing.

Prayer has power, not through repetition, but by belief and acceptance. Prayer is to be simple, direct and receiving. We are to believe that God indwells our own life, that this Divine Presence is sufficient for all needs. We are to believe that God will provide for and bless us abundantly. And when we enter this secret place, we are to leave all else behind; all hate, animosity and vindictiveness, for only in so doing can we enter.

“The Science of Mind” by Ernest Holmes

Prayers to Share

In Science of Mind, we practice a form of affirmative prayer called “Spiritual Mind Treatment.” Affirmative Prayer is a tool that aligns our thoughts with the all good of God. Affirmative Prayer is a powerful process that shifts our consciousness so that we are open and available to accept the good that is already present in our life.