Skinsphoto Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I found myself praying to let the Redskins to just win. At the end of the game against Seattle. I hadn't done that before. The reason I bring this up is because our beloved coach was praying also. He mentioned after the game that we were "blessed to win this game." What's everyone's opinion, obviously praying for success doesn't mean you're praying for some else's unsuccess. Or does it? It's a very interesting question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orlskinsfan Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 If you are praying for him to miss the field goal you can guarantee someone is praying for him to make the field goal....so who's prayer would get answered and why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I think it's wrong to pray about those types of things anyway...there are much more important things that I hope God is worrying about... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoony Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I think some perspective is important here. Joe is not praying for the field goal to be made/missed. In the 1988 season, when we played Minny in the title game, Joe prayed on the sidelines during the last play of the game. He was asked about this the following week, and what he was praying for. He said (and this is from memory, so not exact quote) "I simply prayed for the strength to accept the outcome of the situation, whatever happens" Quite a bit different than simply praying that he makes the field goal, etc. Quite a bit different. You can bet that the prayer during the Seattle game was similar. .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red zone Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Most every team in the league has a team prayer. Lots of teams used to have chaplains. They still may. No shame at all in praying for strength, guidance and an injury free best effort. :2cents: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Washington Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I think it's wrong to pray about those types of things anyway...there are much more important things that I hope God is worrying about... i agree. i understand praying for no injuries. i even pray for a guy who's may be seriously hurt. i think but praying to beat your opponent in any sport seems wrong to me also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakinandpeakin Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Who cares. If JG or anyone else gets something out of praying then let them. If you don't, then don't. Doesn't effect my life one way or another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostRider Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I pray for wins and plays all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark911 Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I"m for seperation of church and football... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinzFanatic Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I did not pray but I did have my eyes closed. Had to listen to the fans before I opened my eyes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
36HAMMER Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I've prayed that the Lord would help the skins to play to as a team and no injuries and wisdom and discerment about the right plays to run .but winning, i don't know that's more of a selfish thing and i believe he leaves it up to the men in the game. we should pray for good eye sight and wisdom for the ref's. because they like us need all of His help we can get.as far as seperation of football and church. not going to happen, not unless you can seperate the man from his faith. and as a christian , i coulndn't do that. :notworthy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyZeb Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I think some perspective is important here. Joe is not praying for the field goal to be made/missed. In the 1988 season, when we played Minny in the title game, Joe prayed on the sidelines during the last play of the game. He was asked about this the following week, and what he was praying for. He said (and this is from memory, so not exact quote) "I simply prayed for the strength to accept the outcome of the situation, whatever happens" Quite a bit different than simply praying that he makes the field goal, etc. Quite a bit different. You can bet that the prayer during the Seattle game was similar. .... Good post. I actually pay attention to Gibbs comments regarding praying about the games, and he always says something like thanks for the "good experience" or something to that extent. As far as I know, he has never said he prayed about winning the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I think it's wrong to pray about those types of things anyway...there are much more important things that I hope God is worrying about... I agree. I also doubt that whichever omnipotent God one prays to has a favorite football team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD_washingtonredskins Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I think some perspective is important here. Joe is not praying for the field goal to be made/missed. In the 1988 season, when we played Minny in the title game, Joe prayed on the sidelines during the last play of the game. He was asked about this the following week, and what he was praying for. He said (and this is from memory, so not exact quote) "I simply prayed for the strength to accept the outcome of the situation, whatever happens" Quite a bit different than simply praying that he makes the field goal, etc. Quite a bit different. You can bet that the prayer during the Seattle game was similar. .... You might be right about the NFC Championship Game from 1988. However, I heard Gibbs' interview following the Seattle game and he mentioned that he was praying that Novak would make the FG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zguy28 Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I prayed, but not for a win, just that J.GIbbs wouldn't like have a stroke or something from the stress of these close games. Probably what he is praying about too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-O-G Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 On the OT FG for Nick Novak I had my eyes peeled on the Television and said, "God please let him make this" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyZeb Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 You might be right about the NFC Championship Game from 1988. However, I heard Gibbs' interview following the Seattle game and he mentioned that he was praying that Novak would make the FG. I heard his interview, and don't remember this at all. You have any quote/link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redskins Reparations Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 After we scored the first touchdown on Monday Night Football against dallas, I was in Buffallo Wild Wings and I nelt down to my knees to pray for a Washington Redskins victory. After we scored the go-ahead touchdown I jumped on top of the table and exorsized the demons! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 If you are praying for him to miss the field goal you can guarantee someone is praying for him to make the field goal....so who's prayer would get answered and why? there is no logical answer to an illogical act, hence why waste time trying to figure out the motives of......Women for instance? Do I pray when the skins are in a tight spot, of course, why? Well in the words of Chris Rock "because you never know"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiebear Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I say Please, please, please, please, please, please.. but im agnostic so its more of a wish than a prayer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydshobob Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I know this isn't as serious as having a president who relies on his "god" to help him make decisions about the country but if Gibbs is spending one minute praying when he could be game planning I'd say he's doing the team a disservice. Get off your knees and get back to work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNSkinsFan Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Yes, it's selfish, but I have prayed for many a winning field goal try, or for the other teams kicker to miss. I realize that whatever higher power may be listening couldn't care less about the Redskins. However, as a person who does believe in an afterlife and a higher power, it is just one of the many silly things I pray about every day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinsphoto Posted October 12, 2005 Author Share Posted October 12, 2005 I know this isn't as serious as having a president who relies on his "god" to help him make decisions about the country but if Gibbs is spending one minute praying when he could be game planning I'd say he's doing the team a disservice. Get off your knees and get back to work! Have a little respect Texan, you don't sign Joe's paychecks, if he wants to pray on the sidelines, who are you to tell him he should "get off his knee's and get back to work"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpoch Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 If you are praying for him to miss the field goal you can guarantee someone is praying for him to make the field goal....so who's prayer would get answered and why? It depends on what team God has his money on and if they've covered the spread yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGibbs Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 I"m for seperation of church and football... That's why I pray to the football Gods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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