What is the role of corporate prayer in the church?Prayer is as necessary to the Christian as breathing is to the human body―but it often doesn’t come quite as naturally. In fact, prayer in the church often gets subtly pushed to the side in favor of pragmatic practices that promise tangible results.This book focuses on the necessity of regular prayer… Read more…
“I’m not sure why prayer really matters.”
“I don’t know what to pray about.”
“God just doesn’t seem to hear me.”
“I’m too busy to pray.”
“I get so distracted.”
If you struggle to pray, be encouraged! The struggle reveals a desire to pray, and when you have that desire, you can address the obstacles to … Read more…
Dr. Paul Tautges has served Immanuel Bible Church in Sheboygan, WI as pastor since 1992. He is the husband of Karen and father of ten wonderful children. Paul is also an adjunct professor at several seminaries in the U.S. and overseas, as well as being a conference speaker. He is the author of seven books including Delight in the Word, Counsel One Another, C… Read more…
From the Book Meet three who discovered the power of “breakthrough prayer.” “My husband and I had a dream of helping desperate young women. But no banker in his right mind would finance such a venture. So we prayed and God broke through every single obstacle we faced. That was just the beginning of the wonderful roller-coaster ride we call … Read more…
Christ prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane for His cup of suffering to be taken away. It wasn't. Paul prayed three times for his thorn to be removed. It remained. And countless Christians have prayed countless prayers that have been unanswered by God. Perhaps you, too, have wondered why a loving God would let prayers go unanswered. Dr. Lutzer helps us f… Read more…
Refreshing Devotional Readings Pave the Way to a More Courageous Faith! If you've ever desired a stronger connection to the heavenly Father through prayer, this lovely devotional collection is for you! Dozens of practical and encouraging devotions and just-right-sized prayer starters will inspire you to be persistent in your conversations … Read more…
It’s not uncommon to hear someone say, “If it weren’t for my grandmother’s prayers, I wouldn’t be walking with God.” Offering inspiring stories, Scripture-based prayer topics, and practical ideas for fostering loving relationships, A Grandmother’s Prayers leads you on a sixty-day journey of prayer for your grandchildren. Throughout the pages of… Read more…
Sometimes our walk with God seems so difficult. We struggle to find the time to pray, the words to say, and the way to pray them. Are we making prayer more complicated than it needs to be? Charlie Dawes is a pastor and professor who understands both the desires and the challenges of deepening our prayer lives. He has identified simple, biblical prayers that … Read more…
Jesus is praying for your husband, and He invites you to join Him! Recall an image of Jesus you’ve likely seen on His knees, praying. Imagine leaning in to listen to what He is praying and hearing Him speak your husband’s name. Experience Jesus’ heart for your husband as you claim Bible promises for his future, intercede for his spiritual g… Read more…
Jesus is praying for this nation and He invites you to join Him! Recall an image of Jesus you’ve likely seen—Jesus, on His knees, praying. Imagine leaning in to listen to what He is praying and you hear Jesus speaking our nation’s name. Experience Jesus’ heart for our nation as you declare your freedom and passion to love the Lord, cl… Read more…