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.
Melchizedek Blesses Abram (Gen 14.19-20)
A study of the prayer by the pagan priest, Melchizedek, who asks God to bless Abram. What does this passage teach us about prayer?
Noah’s Blessings and Curses (Gen 9.25-27)
Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he examines the second prayer found in the Bible: a blessings and curse-prayer by Noah. What can we learn about these types of prayer?
The Personal Name of God (Gen 4.26)
A short devotional study of the first mention of prayer in the Bible (Genesis 4.26). Study by Dr. Mark McDowell.
Introduction to the prayers of Genesis
Dr. Mark McDowell gives a summary of the prayers in Genesis before diving into a study of each prayer.
A Prayer by St. Columba
A brief prayer and suggestion for use by Saint Columba from the sixth century.
Devoting Ourselves to Prayer (Acts 2)
Kate explores a brief passage from acts two about the devotion of early Christians to teaching, fellowship, eating, and prayer together.
Enrich Your Prayers at our New Website!
The Praying Through the Bible prodcast has a new home—renovated and retooled. More resources, easier on the eyes, and options for free and premium content. Join Mark McDowell, Mark McFaddyn, and Kate Dubay as we learn to enrich our prayers!
Book Review: Grace Looks Amazing on You by Amy Sieffert
Grace Looks Amazing on You is a 100-day devotional packed with personal story and reflection, Scripture, and Biblical truth to help women go deeper into God’s Word and confidently radiate the grace of Christ. Review by Angela Schiller.