PRAYING THROUGH THE BIBLE

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First Chronicles Prayer Studies

Prayer: God of Fear or God of Compassion? (1 Chron 16.4)

Is God a God of compassion or a God that brings fear? Both? How does this affect prayer?Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this issue from 1 Chronicles 16.

Recent Prayer Studies

Finding Victory in Prayer (1 Chron 14.10, 14)

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 First Chronicles, Prayer Studies

As we pray and follow God in our lives, what should we expect in terms of blessings. What about difficulties that we might occur? What should our attitude be towards the ups and downs in our lives, and how can we declare victory? Join Dr. Mark McDowell he explores these issues by examining the prayer in First Chronicles 14.

Individual or Community Prayer? (1 Chron 5.20b)

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 First Chronicles, Prayer Studies

What is the difference between an individual prayer and a community prayer? Should we approach them differently? Do they change how we understand prayer? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores these concepts from the first prayer in First Chronicles.