
Dear Friend in Christ,
It is our wish to see you grow in the Lord in every aspect of your life. With that in mind, starting today, we will email you a few resources on various topics every week (mostly on Wednesdays).
What exactly will we send?
All of these editions will include a good mix of articles, podcast episodes, Christian books, sermon recommendations, and much more.
Here are this edition’s resources:
Articles to Read
Pray These Grounding Prayers When Anxiety Seems Overwhelming
In this heartfelt article, the author shares personal experiences with anxiety and emphasizes how prayer can provide comfort during difficult times. It discusses the importance of turning to God through prayer, especially when feeling overwhelmed. The piece includes grounding prayers and reflections that can help individuals find peace and reassurance in their faith. By connecting with God, readers are encouraged to remember they are not alone in their struggles. This article is a gentle reminder that prayer can be a powerful tool for managing anxiety and finding hope amidst turmoil.
Your Prayer Life Might Be Better Than You Think
This encouraging article addresses common feelings of inadequacy regarding prayer, particularly for those who feel lost or unsure about how to pray. The author reassures readers that their prayer life may be more vibrant than they realize, emphasizing the importance of engaging with Scripture as a source of inspiration for prayer. It highlights the value of corporate worship and community in enriching personal prayer experiences. Finally, this piece invites readers to embrace their unique journey in prayer, reminding them that they are supported by a community of believers and by Christ Himself.
https://www.crossway.org/articles/your-prayer-life-might-be-better-than-you-think/
Read this Bible Plan on the YouVersion Bible App
We know a thriving prayer life is important, but here we find ourselves again, struggling with what we’re told should be a basic conversation. We’ve turned off the phone and hopped out of bed…but the internal noise can still interrupt even the best intentions. In this five-day devotional, examine what might be holding you back from being a confident and consistent prayer warrior.
https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/27313-unhindered-prayer
“Our prayers may be awkward. Our attempts may be feeble. But since the power of prayer is in the One who hears it and not in the one who says it, our prayers do make a difference.”
― Max Lucado
Lend your ear to this Song
Book Recommendation
Book: A Praying Life: Connecting with God in a Distracting World by Paul E. Miller
A Praying Life is a prayer guide that has encouraged thousands of Christians to pursue a vibrant prayer life full of joy and power and has helped them learn how to pray faithfully and courageously. A life of prayer invites you to a life of connection to God. When Jesus describes the intimacy that He seeks with us, He talks about joining us for dinner (Revelation 3:20). This book reminds readers that prayer is simply making conversation with God a rhythm of daily Christian life.
Thank you for going through these resources. We pray that the Lord will work wonders as you use these resources and apply the teachings in your life.
God bless you!