PRAYING THROUGH THE BIBLE
We believe the world would be a better place if more of us practiced a daily and rich prayer life..
Join us as we study the hundreds of prayers that are found in the Jewish and Christian scriptures. These prayers are rich and diverse, and full of possibilities to enrich our own prayers. We explore at the background, meaning, and application for each prayer.
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Recent Posts
The Power of Prayer to Strengthen Our Faith (I Kings 18.26, 28, 36-37)
An answered prayer can also strengthen our own faith. When we (or others) witness God’s actions in the world, it becomes a tangible manifestation of His love for us. Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he delves into this prayer from First Kings 18.
Prayer, Tragedy, and How to Pray a Lament (1 Kings 17.20–21)
Learn about prayers of lament and petition in the study of prayers from First Kings 17. Dr. Mark McDowell delves into the background, meaning, and provides practical applications for our own prayers.
What influences your prayers—good or bad? (Judg 17.1-3)
We are all affected by our surroundings. Our culture affects how we see the world. How do these things affect our prayer—and can they lead us away from genuine spiritual prayer? Dr. Mark McDowell examines just such a prayer from Judges 17. How can we use this to enrich our prayer practice?