Health Benefits of Getting a Pet

[@marsfran55]

I had a personal loss 5 years ago that shook me deeply. A friend encouraged me to go to the local animal shelter and find a companion. I did as she suggested and brought home a four-year-old special-needs dog. This dog has been my touchstone ever since. My heart was healed by caring for my pet. We walked together, we travel together and her companion ship has been a contributing factor to my heart’s healing. I think God daily for her.

[@jacquelinealvarez6497]

Hello wonderful story. Thankyou for sharing. Blessings freind.

[@UserName-ej7cd]

Wonderful story! I had a total of 5 older rescues, one that has special needs and 16, the other was abused, and 11. I love them so much and they love me back. Nothing like it, no family or friends have been this close to me. Writing this sandwiched in between them both :) Enjoy and keep adopting rescues, they are the best!

[@kellyrasdel9352]

When I was growing up we had several budgies and cockatiels. And my mom said the reason birds start singing in the first light of day is they are thanking God for surviving another night. I also had a horse from him being a baby to his old age. He went through everything in my life from teenager,first job, collage, marriage, and my father's death. He was always there for me. That horse and I had a bond like nothing on earth. He trusted me in everything included when I had to put him down. He taught me so much about life I will never forget. And our adventures where unlimitless. I had him for his entire 43 years. Thank you God for giving me the horse I always prayed for when I was a little girl.

[@Ccc35712]

Thank you for your heartfelt story. It's hard losing a beloved pet that really becomes family. My heart goes out for you in your parting, but you will be with your horse in heaven. This is true. In Genesis it says the Lord puts a spirit of life in all the animals. Only spirit can live in heaven. In Revelation it talks about Jesus and we His saints riding horses in heaven together. And many people who have died and gone to heaven, then sent back into their healed or healing bodies have been telling of their experiences of reuniting with their past pets besides their family members and friends.😊❤ Enjoy your beautiful memories and be encouraged in your future. God bless you. 😊🙏

[@sabrinac4092]

Haichi is THE SADDEST movie I have ever watched!!!! I cried throughout the whole thing. We lost our 13 year old dog last Fall and our 12 year cat in the spring of 2020. We are in our 60’s now and really don’t want any more animals, but a month ago, a stray cat “adopted” us and she’s still here. I guess she’s probably here to stay. :) You’re right, animals do help you. :)

[@cherieocampo7754]

My koi fishes always soothe me when I watch them swim in our indoor mini pond. My dogs are my companions almost everywhere I go and have always reminded me to be thankful and amazed on God's ceeation.

[@travisfox9939]

Hi doctor yes my pet is a dog and he is so loving and my our family so united .I feel he was given to us by god. Thank you for your teaching

[@MsHumble4]

Patience! Caring too. Walking.Relaxing. Yes, I watched that movie too!

[@debmagel]

My dog has been a prescription for depression and inactivity. She is so active so I have to get out of the house and exercise her whether I feel like it or not! 😊💕🐾

[@jackiecolbert3915]

I feel so blessed listening to this message. My dog died when I was young and I had a hard time getting another pet eversince.

[@MimisWorld77]

I lost my husband 15 months ago he had 2 dogs they went everywhere with him they love him so 1 dog died 4 months later from grief I have one left I luv him so he had s grieving and he needs to go to the vet but I can't afford it I pray everyday he's not suffering I pray God finds away to get him help

[@lauragiacobbe7334]

Yes, now I know you're the answer to my prayers. Thank you for this message. I have 4 furbabies. They are disabled, 2 dogs and 2 cats. I have PTSD. And my babies know when I am feeling down or sick. Last week I was sick. The 4 of them by they own choice, covered me. One laid on my legs, one on my right, the other on my left side of my body, and the other one by my face. The cats were purring, my dogs giving little kisses. It was amazing the love they shared with me. God's creation, so pure, so loving, so kind, so healing.

[@helenlee102]

Thank you for such great scripture! Our new pup July 2020 Has helped us tremendously thru the Covid issue. She has made us laugh every day! Utmost unconditional LOVE...💕💕💕💕 That's what Jesus is all about LOVE 💕✝️

[@sharita7270]

The movie is Hachi: A Dog's Tale. Great great movie!!!

[@davebrown8278]

There is no doubt my golden retriever Abby, is a biblical prescription.Ever moment I am with her is a joy. She makes me have a good belly laugh daily and gives me a purpose as she is my responsibility.Dr.Marcum is absolutely correct in saying our pets are icebreakers.While Abby swims on the greenway she has an audience which provides me much social activity. Seeing Abby happy makes me happy.She helped me through my cardiovascular issues keeping me active and thinking positively.Abby was the first item on my list of what I was thankful for daily.Thank you Dr.Markus Praying for you and Nick

[@pewee2496]

Thanks Doc, they really do help a lot! Didn't realize how much until viewing this! God Bless you and your family!

[@besttowing9227]

God bless you and keep up the good work doctor

[@sandib9152]

I lost my pet companion on febc14, 2020. He was a tiny toy poodle and I had him for almost 16 years. My heart still breaks for him. I had him cremated because I still needed him with me. I finally got a cat few months ago and he is laying on me right now and he's very sweet but he has not been able to help me like my little bruiser did. I have depression, type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis so the struggle is real. But I just have not been able to get another poodle. My family alway thought I was crazy cause I took him everywhere.. but I lean on Jesus and He helps me get through the day. because He lives I can face tomorrow.. God bless you all

[@julietumminelli3112]

I AGREE TO THIS A PET DOSE RELIEF STRESS LONELINESS BUT WHEN THEY HAVE TO LEAVE US TO SAD

[@karenejkleinfineart]

We have a golden ret and a golden ret lab mix. Our dogs were an answer to prayer. Before these lovely pups came to us my mom passed away and also our dogs passed away. I cried everyday until I got a call from Guide Dogs that they had a career change dog that would be a match. We adopted her and she is wonderful. I stopped crying the day I brought her home. We also adopted another golden who is related to one we had that passed away. They are God's gift of comfort and I thank Him everyday for them

[@sherrieeichelberger]

My dog has really helped me in alot of ways...I love her!!

[@rashidab2720]

We obtained our pet dog a week before relocating. Having a pet was the best prescription for me and my kids because our pet helped ease the anxiety of being away from friends. We love our labrador mix.

[@estherlee369]

Thank you for sharing. May Lord God bless you. Yes I love pets, I thank you so much Father God for sending us Yeshua Christ forever. May Lord God bless you all.

[@truthwithlove8753]

I had 2 Guinea pigs named Snickers and Oreo , they helped me when I was going through alot of depression and anxiety , they got me out of my slump and feeling unloved , caring for a pet is so rewarding ,hearing them squeek with delight for lettuce when I open the frig :) God is so good all the time ,even the birds praise him in the early morning with song ;) thank you Jesus !

[@chrysabaltzi2900]

Doctor, thank you very much and God bless you! You are right in every way. I have two dogs and they really are the best Prescription of God!

[@UserName-ej7cd]

Unconditional love, is what my dogs give me and I give them back the same. Thank you Dr for this vid, everyone needs to rescue a cutie pie :)

[@OMEGACHILD787]

That's so true doc but unfortunately 😕my child is allergic 😢to pets and she got autism dogs 🐕are perfect for different disabilities another great 👍🏾biblical prescription doctor 💙

[@roxannenacino4044]

The title of the movie, and the name of the dog as well is "Hachiko"

[@ritaowensmcneil1845]

Thank you! 👍💕

[@SEvelynJackson]

Hachi was one of the BEST movies EVER.

[@pbfloyd5757]

This is SO true. Thank you for sharing. As always, so encouraging.

[@anniepunzalan8188]

Pets reciprocates the love and care and their love and loyalty is unconditional.

[@helenlee102]

Thank you for such a great scripture! Our dog, new puppy in June 2020 sure has been a comfort to us getting thru the Covid crisis. Daily, we laugh, as we have enjoyed her very much unconditional LOVE 💕... Ain't that just like Jesus?!!😍💕💕💕

[@Ccc35712]

My Lord Jesus answered my prayers in giving me a 1 month old abandoned outside Maine Coon kitten. She was malnourished. She gained her health within a few days and is in excellent health. She is a tortoise shell calico with white on her neck, belly and feet. She has big, beautiful emerald green eyes. She is 4 years old as of August 10th now. She's beautiful, smart, fun, very playful and friendly and she is very sensitive to people's emotions. She comforts me and I comfort her. 😁❤❤❤😺🐾🐾

[@rubyrios250]

Haichi was a great movie 😭

[@carmenadrianarodriguezdelt2043]

Love you Dr.

[@stephonicc3080]

Great message but FYI the verse is Job 12:7-9 not romans!

[@truthwithlove8753]

Red Dog 🐕 is a good Aussie movie mate 🤠

[@Adaeze-YAHSBRIDE]

Has doctor james taught on family planning? If yes pls, someone should refer me to the video

[@janetcastro3948]

I like that movie as well and yes it made me cry. Hachi: A Dog's Tale. We have cats how do they help?

[@lena4nine]

Actually there is side affect thats LAUGHTER!! my dog does make me laugh alot cause ive always had anxiety and the Dog really helps me relax. Thank you. Dr bibical prescription s.

[@mariebotha4478]

The text reference written was incorrect...it said rom 12:7-8 instead of Job 12:7-8. THANK YOU however for the content of the video.

[@truthwithlove8753]

Bulldog puppies are the most adorable little things you have ever seen ,they look like wrinkled up old men toddling around lol my daughter owns 3

[@aminta1solan2]

Ja, I agree with you 👏👏👏👍🏻🇳🇴

[@gwenmeyer978]

Yes yes i agree with you. I need a doggie so badley Gwen S.A.

[@lorriezrn]

Proverbs 12:10 A righteous man cares about his animals health but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel. I thank the Lord for our two little dogs.

[@besttowing9227]

That's the Book of Job chapter 12 7 and 8

[@sharynevans6630]

At a hard time in my life, God put an abandoned cat on my porch! She was very skinny and scared. Now she is healthy and fat. Very funny especially when I am down! I know that God gave her to me, especially that I was always a dog person. I never had a cat! I knew nothing about cats! Now she is my therapy cat! She has changed my life!

[@zanebiele7260]

What is called that movie about the dog?

[@SPEAKEASYAZ4895]

They are not a stress free pet, being single is not easy but can be stressful trainings dog.

[@zuzanasiranko8669]

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[@besttowing9227]

I think on your video it shows Romans 12 7 and 8

[@woodsie5796]

This 60 yr old wants to know ... Are there pets in heaven?

[@kellyrasdel9352]

Absolutely yes. Why would God withold any good thing. They are his creation. And He said it was "good"

[@woodsie5796]

I surely pray they are!

[@rhymhizsong4214]

Revealing Heaven by Kat Kerr on Elijah Clips

[@hadassah8549]

Unless one knows the responsibility it takes to have any animal, DO NOT GET ONE. IT WILL CAUSE YOU MORE STRESS I’m a trainer and I can not begin to tell you the people who get animals thinking it will help them and then get rid of them. Please don’t push this!!!!!!!

[@BiblicalPrescriptionsforLife]

Yes of course, caring for an animal, or someone other than yourself, can cause stressful. It's a valid point for sure. But serving others, or caring for animals can help provide comfort and a sense of purpose as well. Would you agree?

[@hadassah8549]

@@BiblicalPrescriptionsforLife OH I TOTALLY AGREE THAT THE ANIMALS HELP!!!!! I also have a Service Dog! But I just don’t want people to decide they want an animal to help them and they have NO CLUE AS TO THE RESPONSIBILITY!! The world is NOT NORMAL. You should hear the abuse that people do to their dogs because they don’t know what an animal entails!!!!! That is why I stopped being a trainer because emotionally I could not handle the way people treated their dogs!!!!!!! And then you get someone who is emotionally unstable with an animal!!!!!!! They can’t even take care of themselves!!!!!!!! This is the part YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND!!!!! I HAVE BEEN THERE AS A TRAINER. YOU HAVE NOT!!! Just like I wouldn’t understand Heart surgery, you do not understand what an unstable person can wind up doing to an animal!!!! I say this in love!!! I know you mean well!!! People depend on their dog to completely turn their depression or ptsd around!!!!!! ONLY THE WORD OF GOD CAN COMPLETELY HELP THAT PERSON. Then an animal will help! They cannot depend on the animal totally, I tell them this We encounter the expression sound mind in 2 Timothy 1:7: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (KJV). The original Greek word translated “sound mind” here is sophronismos, and it appears in the Bible only this one time. In other Bible translations, the word sophronismos is rendered “self-control” (ESV), “self-discipline” (NIV, NLT), “discipline” (NASB), “good judgment” (GW), and “sound judgment”

[@lookup586]

I don't know about health benefits from raising a pet . When God has blessed women with the gift of baring children. Possible Christians should think if they will bring children for the kingdom of God or waste time and everything else that comes with it for things that God didn't intend for human race.

[@kellykelly2938]

If you don’t know about the health benefits, the doctor just explained it and showed studies about it. It doesn’t have to be a waste of time or replace children.