Sometimes, we fail in life—perhaps spectacularly. We let down ourselves, others, and even God. How should we pray in such a situation? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer by Samson found in the book of Judges.
There are commands not to put God to a test, but also examples of followers putting him to the test. What do we make of this, and how does it fit into our prayers? Dr. Markus McDowell explores this question by examining Judges 6 and 7.
A meditation about the ebb and flow of life, and how we view it, by Anne Morrow Lindbergh
Study all the prayers of the Bible with Dr. Mark McDowell. This study is an overview of the book of Judges, followed weekly by a detailed look at each prayer and what it might teach us about praying.
Here is a brief summary of the prayers in the book of Joshua, by Dr. Mark McDowell. What do we learn from this book about prayer, where the Israelites are not always faithful to God?
Curse-prayers are rare in the Bible and perhaps we think they have no place in our lives. But they do have a function in the Bible. Join Dr. McDowell as he explores this unusual and uncomfortable type of prayer from Joshua.
Join Dr. Markus McDowell for this summary of all of the prayers in Deuteronomy. They encompass a variety of blessings, praises, intercessions, and thanksgiving. How can we learn to use these prayers in our own practice?
What does prayer in the book of Deuteronomy teach us about prayer? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores the background, meaning, and application of this deathbed blessing on the 12 tribes of Israel by Moses.
What does “first fruits” mean as it applies to prayer? Join Mark McDowell as he explores Deut 26.13–15 and learn how we can use this prayer in our own lives.
Moses asked God not to destroy the people who had betrayed him—a bold and extreme prayer. Can we use this prayer in our prayers? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he examines it.
