Introduction to the Prayers of Exodus
An introduction to all the prayers in the book of Exodus by Dr. Mark McDowell.
Israel Blesses the Sons of Joseph (Gen 48.15-16, 20)
This is a prayer of blessing, a common one in the ancestral world from a grandfather to his progeny. How can we use this in our own prayers?
A meditation on the Holy Isle of Iona
many years ago, and it was a joy to meditate on the long history of this place of faith. The Celts felt that this little island straddled the boarder between this world and the Other World—a “thin place” as they called it.
Jacob‘s Petition for Safety (Gen 32.9-12)
Follow along as Mark McDowell examines this first structured prayer in the Bible. What is a petition, it has much to teach us about how to pray.
Waiting in Prayer (Gen 30.17-22)
The phrase “wait on the Lord” appears often throughout the Bible. This story and prayer of Leah is an excellent example of how we can enrich our prayers with this concept.
Jacob’s Vow (Gen 28.20-22)
Prayer-vows are not common today, but found throughout the Bible. How can we use them in our prayer practice?
A Blessing Wrought in Deception (Gen 27.7, 12–13, 27–29; 28.2-4)
Is there any reason to bless people who do not deserve it? Does God do so? These prayers from Genesis give us some insights.
Intercession and Petition for a Child (Gen 25.21, 22)
Join Dr. Mark McDowell in this study of the prayers in Genesis 25 about the desire to have children. What do we learn from this prayer, and can we use it in our own prayers?
Hagar’s Lament and Petition (Gen 21.16)
Have you ever cried while praying? Mark McDowell explores this prayer in Genesis 21 by Hagar, and how we might use it in our own prayers.
Abraham Intercedes for Abimelech (Gen 20.7, 17)
What do we learn from this prayer offered by Abraham on behalf of Abimelech? Join Mark McDowell as he explores the background, meaning, and application of this prayer.