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Books > Religion & Spirituality > Aspects of religions (non-Christian) > Worship > Prayer
If we are honest, most of us struggle with our praying at least
some of the time. Perhaps we have difficulty finding time to pray,
or maybe we simply do not know what to say. Praying may seem simple
and straightforward in theory, but in reality it can be hard work.
In 'Praying' J. I. Packer and Carolyn Nystrom offer hope to us in
our efforts to pray better. They present praying as both a duty and
a delight: an essential, expected practice for a follower of
Christ, but also a privilege and joy. With wisdom, humility and
sincerity they lead us through different moods or types of praying.
Yet they do not just teach us about prayer; they also challenge and
inspire us to do it by pointing us to a clearer understanding of
the character of God. Here is practical help for active, honest
praying that involves all of who we are - heart, hands and head -
and moves us to deeper obedience, joy and intimacy with our Father.
If prayer has ever felt frustrating, complicated, laborious or
even useless to you, this book has the potential to give you a
fresh perspective on the heart of prayer. The author shares her
experience of crying out, "Lord, teach me to pray " and the Holy
Spirit's response to her cries. Included are six lessons about the
principles of prayer and the author's gained insight into why
prayer is a necessity; the very heartbeat of a believer. These
insights can move you into a place of simplicity and rest in prayer
and reveal that prayer is not something you do, but rather someone
you become; a pray-er.
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