When we don’t know what to pray in a certain situation, I recommend praying through the petitions of the Lord’s Prayer. Here’s how you might pray the Lord’s Prayer for the Ukrainian church as they grapple with the conflict with Russia. Hallowed Be Your Name Father, You are to be praised now and forevermore. Even […]
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How to Pray the Prayers of the Apostle Paul [Video]
The talk ‘How to Pray the Apostle Paul’s Prayers’ is part of the free course on prayer called Pray the Bible. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Romans 15:13 Related Links: A Complete […]
Why Prayer Matters: An Exposition of the Lord’s Prayer
In Chapter 1 of my book When Prayer Is a Struggle: A Practical Guide for Overcoming Obstacles in Prayer titled “I Forget Why Prayer Matters”, I share an exposition of the Lord’s Prayer from Matthew 6:9–13. Writing this foundational chapter drove me to worship in amazing ways. You can preview my book by reading the […]
Thomas Watson on the Relationship Between Meditation and Prayer
Thomas Watson’s A Christian on the Mount: A Treatise Concerning Meditation (free eBook here) made my list of top reads last year. I can’t imagine a richer or more inspiring book on the discipline of meditation. Watson is a master illustrator, each page brimming with its own collection of images illustrating the ins and outs […]
New Video: I BROKE PHILIPPIANS 4:6–7!!! (Or Did I?)
I BROKE PHILIPPIANS 4:6–7!!! (Or did I?) In this video, I help you understand why prayer made my anxiety WORSE, what Philippians 4:6-7 means, and how God helped me reach His peace in prayer. If you like the video, please consider leaving a comment and subscribing. For more biblical teaching on prayer & anxiety, read […]